Boston South End: Did You Know Stress Can Lead to Gum Disease?

New studies today are giving us more information in regards to emotional health having effects on your physical health.? According to the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), emotional anxiety can cause or worsen dental health issues. “There’s definitely a link between stress and dental health,” says AGD spokesperson Nick Russo, DDS. “Stress affects the immune…

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Common Dental Myths People Ask About In the South End of Boston

In the age of the Internet, one can get overwhelmed with endless claims of unfounded pseudoscience especially when it comes to health and medicine. Even when it comes to teeth and gums, there are numerous claims out there that are surprisingly gaining popularity these days that are not accurate. I am writing this blog to…

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Gum Recession: How Can I Stop it in the South End of Boston?

Many patients come into our office in the South End of Boston with this problem: Receding gum line. When gums recede, the supporting structures around the teeth wear away, exposing the root of the tooth. This can cause hypersensitivity to cold, and in some cases toothaches. Gum recession also facilitates disease-causing bacteria to accumulate that…

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