Newton Corner Dental Care Blog

COVID-19 hit, and seemingly overnight stay-at-home orders were in effect. While the break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life has led to more quality time and extra snuggles, it also means that your previous routine has gone out the door. However, between face coverings, social distancing guidelines, and extensive hand hygiene, it is […]

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected people from all over the country. You have certainly been making changes throughout your daily routine, including practicing social distancing, wearing face coverings, and limiting your public outings. This has been difficult for everyone, but it’s even more challenging if you are someone who has a higher risk of developing […]

While your dentist was closed for all non-emergency patients during much of March and April due to COVID-19, the good news is that they are now open again for regular treatments like cleanings and fillings. As you first walk into their office, you notice that everyone is respectfully keeping their distance in order to avoid […]

A few weeks ago, I had a patient who has come to me for years say that she and her family are moving away from Attleboro to Newton. She asked me what she should look for in a new family dentist. Although I was sad to see them leave, I wanted to help them settle […]

Did you know that dental practices are actually some of the cleanest places in the entire country? This is because they have strict sanitation protocols set in place by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In the time of COVID-19, these protocols have only become tougher and more strictly implemented. This means if […]

Do you usually enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning? Of course! Who doesn’t? While a little caffeine can help you ease into the day, over time coffee and other dark beverages and foods can stain your teeth. Fortunately, a cosmetic dentist can help you brighten your smile – and not just with professional […]

Everyone knows that sustaining an injury that breaks your tooth can be seriously painful. But what about when you get a toothache seemingly out of nowhere? What’s the cause of that? As it turns out, there are several different issues that could be the reason you have to call your emergency dentist. Keep reading to […]

The human body is amazing at compensating when there is an injury, a loss or some other form of dysfunction. Thus, if you’re missing a single tooth, it shouldn’t be that big of a deal, right? After all, the other teeth will just pick up the slack. If this aligns with your way of thinking, […]

Life would be much easier if you knew when a dental emergency was about to strike, so you could take the appropriate actions to prevent it. Unfortunately, that’s just not the reality. The next best thing is to know how to effectively respond so you can stabilize the situation. Then, you can visit your emergency […]