If you have a hard time understanding your dental insurance plan, particularly the treatments and services it covers, you’re not alone. That’s why the doctor and our team have put together a cheat sheet to help you through them.
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Understanding Dental Insurance Terminology
June 27, 2023
Proper Brushing Techniques
June 20, 2023
Brushing your teeth properly removes the food particles and bacteria that can lead to tooth decay and gum disease. However, you do not want to scrub your teeth or gums heavily. A heavy hand can lead to tooth and gum erosion, as the doctor and our staff see all too often.
(more…)Celebrate Your Dad’s Smile
June 13, 2023
Father’s Day is coming up, and, just in case your dad has enough ties, we have some gifting suggestions for you. Here’s a selection of gifts large and small tailored to your dad’s interests and his dental health.
(more…)Getting Ready for Summer Sports
June 6, 2023
With the warmer and longer days here, we know many of our patients at George Salem and Associates, PC will be much more active in the summer. Though most of our patients are probably already ready to hit the field for some summer fun, we thought we would discuss a few precautions to take when it comes to keeping your teeth safe as you enjoy playing your favorite sports.
(more…)Ask Us about These Dental Treatments
May 30, 2023
There are a few dental treatments that the doctor and our team recommend for all patients to get if they wish to protect their oral health. Sometimes it’s hard for patients to decide which treatment plan would be best for their teeth. Learn about these three must-have treatments and how they can help protect your teeth in various ways.
(more…)Memorial Day and Getting Ready for Summer
May 23, 2023
Memorial Day didn’t become an official holiday until 1971, but Americans started gathering annually in the spring to remember those who lost their lives in war during the 1860s, right after the Civil War. Celebrated on the last Monday in May, people still decorate the grave sites of war veterans and hold memorial services, but Memorial Day has also evolved into a day that signifies the beginning of summer.
(more…)Surprising Ways to Prevent Cavities
May 16, 2023
There are numerous ways to prevent cavities. Some, like brushing your teeth regularly and visiting our Braintree, Massachusetts office, are more obvious than others. Beyond the standard methods of preventing cavities there are a number of different ways to keep your mouth healthy that you might also find surprising.
(more…)Celebrate Your Mom’s Smile with These Mother’s Day Gifts
May 9, 2023
Mother’s Day is around the corner, and if you’re looking for some different gifting ideas for one of the most important people in your life, we have some suggestions for you. Here are a variety of gifts large and small tailored to your mom’s interests and chosen to support her dental health. After all, that’s what we’re here for!
(more…)May Marks National Physical Fitness and Sports Month!
May 2, 2023
The merry month of May also happens to be National Fitness and Sports Month, so take advantage of the warmer days to get outside and exercise! Bringing a friend, family member, or coworker with you when you go for a brisk walk during a lunch break can provide an opportunity to socialize as well as health benefits. If you need a little more motivation, here are some good reasons to stay active and fit.
(more…)What to Do If You Lose a Filling
April 25, 2023
It really doesn’t happen very often. But sometimes you bite into something that is much harder than you anticipated. Sometimes you grind your teeth without realizing the pressure you’re putting on them. Sometimes you have a cavity that has stealthily developed beneath an earlier filling. And the result is—sometimes you lose a filling.
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