Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory condition of the gastrointestinal tract. It can be caused by an autoimmune reaction in your body when the immune system mistakes the bacteria in the digestive tract, causing your body to attack healthy cells. As a result, there are many gastrointestinal symptoms. What many people don’t know is the connection between Crohn’s disease and dental health. Continue reading to learn from your dentist in Peabody about the different oral symptoms you could be experiencing if you have Crohn’s and what you can do to prevent them.

Fluoride is known as “Nature’s Cavity Fighter” because it can strengthen the enamel to make it more resistant to tooth decay. Fluoride is found naturally all around you, but it is also included in many dental products, like toothpaste. Your dentist even offers fluoride treatments during routine appointments, especially for children. Although tooth decay can occur at any age, children are the most at risk. Applying the varnish gives them an added layer of protection to combat cavity-causing bacteria, but do adults need fluoride treatments, too? Yes, and here’s how fluoride can protect your smile.

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Imagine buying a new convertible and then forgetting to put the top up right before a big thunderstorm rolls through town. What a mess! Will your investment ever be the same?

In their own way, dental implants can actually be even more impactful on your quality of life than that new convertible. They are a worthwhile investment, so it will be crucial to take good care of them.

Keep reading to learn some bad habits from your dentist in Peabody that could jeopardize your dental implants.

Remember when you bought that new truck? It was so clean and just about picture-perfect. For the longest time, you’d clean off even the slightest imperfection that got on it after you’d been driving.

You’re liable to feel like that about your new dental implants. They are going to help you chew and speak better than before while looking great. But you wonder, do dental implants stain like natural teeth? Keep reading to find out and get tips on how to take care of them.

Your cousin happened to mention the other day that he hasn’t been to the dentist in six years. You were shocked to hear it and had to ask him why.

When he responded that he just doesn’t think about it to make an appointment, that didn’t seem like a legitimate reason to you. He’s an adult and he’s going to make his own choices, but it got you thinking about others like him who never go in for an exam and cleaning.

Some of these people must have dental fear and it’s just not something they want to admit. Keep reading to learn some of the reasons this is all too common.

Do you have a gummy smile? If your teeth look smaller than average, you’re not alone. At least 10% of adults between the ages of 20 to 30 have an overgrowth of gingival tissue of at least 2 millimeters or more. Instead of too much tissue, maybe an uneven gum line is your concern? Whether from genetics, injury, or infection, you can have the big, beautiful smile you’ve always wanted with gum recontouring. Here’s what you need to know to determine if the minimally invasive procedure is right for you.

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Have you been told you have a “gummy smile?” You’re not alone. Approximately 10% to 20% of adults have extra gum tissue. Although it occurs more often in women, men suffer from the esthetic flaw, too. Unfortunately, the appearance of your gum line isn’t the only concern. It can also negatively affect your oral health. Thankfully, advancements in dentistry provide a minimally invasive solution to improve both the health and appearance of your smile. Here are 3 benefits of gum recontouring.

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Have you ever bought a pair of blue jeans that look great on the rack, but when you put them on, they are just flat-out uncomfortable? Of course not. When purchasing items you are going to wear, comfort is very important to most people. 

Porcelain veneers provide the opportunity for a beautiful smile, but the way they are bound to your teeth leads to a common question posed to dentists. Do veneers cause sensitive teeth? Keep reading to learn the answer!  

Munching on some shelled pistachios before you enjoy a bottle of red wine and a Cuban cigar…this probably sounds like an enjoyable way to wrap up the day to some people. But if you wear porcelain veneers, you are checking nearly every box of what not to do in order to make them last many years.

Just like anything else, veneers are an investment and it makes sense to get the most for your money. What you eat and drink makes a big difference in how long they will remain in good condition before you must invest in a new set.

Here are some tips on what foods and beverages are great calls, as well as what to avoid, for a diet change with porcelain veneers that will extend their life.