Here at Tremont Dental Care, in the South End of Boston, we not only focus on dental care but we also perfect our patients’ smiles.? Botox therapy is used in our office to do just that! What is Botox therapy? Botox (botulinum toxin type A) is a type of neurotoxin that can have positive cosmetic…
South End of Boston: Do bad teeth keep you out of your dream jobs?
Last week a segment on NBC News addressed how having bad teeth can be an obstacle for job seekers in landing their dream jobs. You may wonder how this can be true. Well, according to Dr. Susan Hyde, a population scientist at the University of California San Francisco, there is substantial evidence to support this….
Residents of the South End of Boston Love Coffee
Studies show that about half of all Americans drink coffee daily, however I would say more than half of the residents of the South End of Boston drink coffee daily.? There have been numerous studies done on both the positive and negative effects of coffee on one’s health, but you may wonder what are some…
South End of Boston: Easy Steps to Make Flossing a Daily Habit
We all know that flossing is important and that it needs to be done at least once a day. Flossing cleans areas of your teeth that the toothbrush cannot reach. This helps prevent cavities and gum issues. That being said, even the most conscientious patients come to their dental cleanings anxiously awaiting the hygienist’s lecture…
South End of Boston: Oral Health and Oral Contraceptives
Even though millions of women take oral contraceptives, estimated between 8 million and 10 million in the United States alone, few are aware of their side effects. Studies have shown that oral contraceptives can worsen a patients’ inflammatory status.? These drugs can cause Erythema (a reddening of the gums) and increase tendency towards gum bleeding.?…
South End of Boston: Differences Between Veneers and Dental Bonding
Veneers and dental bonding are cosmetic procedures that share the same goal: mask the imperfections in teeth. But there are differences in the procedures, materials, and cost. Veneers (Veneer Blog) are thin pieces of porcelain used to recreate the natural look of teeth, while also providing strength and resilience comparable to natural tooth enamel.? Since…