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In These Uncertain Times, We Still Care About Your Dental Health
posted: Jun. 17, 2022.
During this year's National Public Health Week in April, health issues like vaping and the opioid crisis are taking a back seat to what is front and center on everyone's Read more -
Dr. Travis Stork: If Only I'd Worn A Mouthguard!
posted: Jun. 07, 2022.
If we could go back in time, we all probably have a few things we wish we could change. Recently, Dr. Travis Stork, emergency room physician and host of the Read more -
Royal Treatment for a Damaged Tooth
posted: May 28, 2022.
If your tooth sustains damage that compromises its structure — typically through decay or trauma — you have several options depending on the extent of the damage: One of them Read more -
Air Abrasion Could be a More Pleasant Alternative to the Dental Drill
posted: May 18, 2022.
While it may not be one of your favorite features in the dental office, the dental drill is nevertheless necessary for treating problem teeth. It’s used primarily for removing decayed Read more -
Removable or Fixed: Choosing the Right Orthodontic Retainer for You
posted: May 08, 2022.
Anyone who's worn braces celebrates that day they finally come off. But while this marks the end of the actual teeth-straightening process, it's just the beginning of the next phase—wearing Read more -
Ariana Grande Breaks Free - of Her Wisdom Teeth
posted: Apr. 28, 2022.
Via a recent Instagram post, pop diva Ariana Grande became the latest young celebrity to publicly acknowledge a dental milestone: having her wisdom teeth removed. The singer of hits such Read more -
4 Tips for Avoiding Dental Disease While Wearing Braces
posted: Apr. 18, 2022.
Wearing braces takes time, but if all goes well the changes to your smile will be well worth it. In the meantime, though, you’ll have to contend with one particular Read more -
If You're Caring For an Older Adult, Make Their Oral Health a Top Priority
posted: Apr. 08, 2022.
Most of us care for our teeth without much assistance, save from our dentist. But that can change as we get older. A senior adult sometimes needs the help of Read more -
Get Ahead of a Developing Cross-Bite with This Early Intervention Measure
posted: Mar. 29, 2022.
Applying braces or clear aligners to move misaligned teeth is only part of an orthodontist's overall mission to eliminate poor bites (malocclusions). Sometimes a malocclusion isn't caused by the teeth Read more -
You Can Have a Straighter Smile - Just Like the Queen of England
posted: Mar. 19, 2022.
The monarchs of the world experience the same health issues as their subjects—but they often tend to be hush-hush about it. Recently, though, the normally reticent Queen Elizabeth II let Read more -
Uncovering the Cause is the First Step to Relieving Tooth Sensitivity
posted: Mar. 09, 2022.
For one out of three Americans, a bite of ice cream or a sip of hot coffee can set off a sudden jolt of pain. Fortunately, there are ways to Read more -
Importance Of A Routine Check-Up
posted: Mar. 07, 2022.
When was the last time you paid Dr. Sathvik Seshadri at Westport Dental P.C. in Westport, MA, a visit? If you're like many people, chances are it was more than Read more -
Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths
posted: Mar. 01, 2022.
At Westport Dental PC, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest to prevent. One
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An Early Orthodontic Evaluation May Alert to Developing Bite Problems
posted: Feb. 27, 2022.
Lately, you’ve noticed your young child’s primary teeth don’t appear to be coming in straight. Is it a problem?The answer to that question is best answered by an early orthodontic Read more -
HPV and Oral Cancer
posted: Feb. 22, 2022.
HPV, or human papillomavirus, is the most common sexually transmitted infection in the country. There are over 100 strains of HPV, and, while most of these infections leave our systems
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A Child's Damaged Tooth may require a Different Approach than an Adult's
posted: Feb. 17, 2022.
A traditional root canal procedure can be a “life-saver” for a decayed or injured tooth. But while it’s usually the best course for a damaged adult tooth, variations of the Read more
