Lifetime Dental of Agawam Blog

When you’re faced with sudden pain, it can be hard to know if you should seek out immediate care or not. Most people would (understandably) rather skip a visit to the dentist or doctor if they can. But there are some situations that simply shouldn’t be ignored – otherwise, they might turn into much worse situations! Keep reading to learn about 3 good reasons to call an emergency dentist in Agawam to schedule the first available appointment. You can’t always prevent an emergency situation, but you can at least be prepared by knowing what to do!

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There’s one thing about a dental emergency – it never happens when you expect it to. Thus, it’s best to know how to recognize when one is happening and have a contingency plan for addressing it and stabilizing the situation. As you read on, your dentist explains what a dental emergency is and the steps you should take to minimize the effects until you can be examined.

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The most recognized form of teeth replacement is dentures (also called prosthetics). They not only provide a way to regain your normal oral function, but they also aid in restoring the aesthetics of your smile. Still, you’d like to know how long they usually last and how the process works for receiving them. Read on to get the answers you need.

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There are few things more heart-warming than a genuine smile from someone you care about. Smiling has been proven to boost your mood and the moods of others around you, so why not do it more often? One of the most common reasons is stubborn stains that no amount of brushing seems to remove! Instead of brushing longer or harder and rubbing away enamel, you may want to consider a teeth whitening treatment.

But how does teeth whitening treatment work? How do you know that it’s going to be effective? Today, a dentist breaks it down on a scientific level.

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Thanks to advances in dentistry, it’s much easier to save teeth, even if they have suffered extensively from decay or injury. In the past, the only option dentists could take was extracting the tooth, forcing you to choose a dental bridge to fill the gap. Now, even tooth replacement offers alternatives to consider. In the event that your tooth is damaged, always consider a root canal first. If that’s not possible, an extraction and dental implant is a great path to take.

To learn how both of these treatments work, keep reading!

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With 2018 about to roll over into a new year, now is the perfect time to make an appointment with your dentist. After all, there’s no better way to start 2019 than with a fresh, clean, healthy smile. Plus, getting an appointment out of the way now will let you concentrate on your plans for the holiday season.

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Bad breath, dragon breath, monster breath – the medical condition known as halitosis has many nicknames. If you suffer from this problem, then you may worry that your only option is to shun society. Never fear, though. Following some timely tips from a dentist can tame your odorous oxygen, enabling you to step out into the world in confidence.

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You’re eating your favorite hard candy, crunching away and enjoying its flavor when you realize there’s something hard in your mouth that won’t dissolve like the rest of the snack. That’s when you recognize that it’s not a piece of candy at all, it’s a piece of your chipped or broken tooth. Sometimes, these more serious dental issues can start off with a simple toothache. Keep reading to learn what a chipped or broken tooth feels like, what can cause tooth pain, and what you should do to alleviate your pain at home if you can’t see a dentist right away.

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Missing your teeth creates some undesirable changes in your life, but thankfully, there are ways for them to be restored with dentures. Before you have the procedure done to have them created and placed, there are some questions that you need answered, though. You want to know if dentures are right for you, what the options are and how long they’ll last. Your dentist weighs in to address these concerns as you read on.

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Taking your oral health serious helps to prevent a host of dental issues, and family dentistry plays a major role in sustaining your wellness. It will give you the peace-of-mind of knowing that harmful agents like bacteria are kept at bay and that your mouth, teeth and gums are protected. To enjoy these benefits, you must first find the right dentist to work with. As you read on, you’ll learn why this is such an important step to take.

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