Archive for 2017
Men’s Oral Health
MAINTAINING GOOD ORAL HEALTH is crucial for everyone, but that can mean different things for men and women. That’s why the team at Smileboston Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry has put together a handy list of concerns men should particularly watch out for, as well as some tips for keeping your teeth and gums healthy and clean! […]
How a rescue center in Indiana cares for big cats
CENTER POINT, Ind. — Joe Taft has been rescuing big cats for 26 years. He’s been caring for some tigers since they were born. But not everyone at the Exotic Feline Rescue Center in Indiana is such a cool cat. That’s because most of the 200 big cats there were rescued from abusive conditions. Many […]
Dairy Free Alternatives to Calcium
Calcium and milk go together like fluoride and toothpaste. And just like fluoride, calcium is essential to our overall oral health. How Calcium Benefits Your Oral Health We know that calcium is the main component of our teeth and jaw bones, but our mouths are also made up of gum tissue, muscles, nerves, and blood […]
3 Ways Pregnancy Can Affect Your Teeth
Pregnancy is an exciting time but it also causes a variety of hormonal changes that may impact a woman’s oral health. That’s why it’s important to understand the conditions pregnant women might be most susceptible to and how to prevent them. Smileboston Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry has provided general and cosmetic dentistry services in the […]
Diabetes and Oral Health
The American Diabetes Association estimates that 23.1 million Americans have been diagnosed with diabetes (whether it be type 1, type 2, or gestational). At least another 7 million remain undiagnosed, and that doesn’t include the additional millions who are considered pre-diabetic. But what does diabetes have to do with oral health? A lot, actually. Diabetes And Gum […]
Discover the Benefits of Laser Dentistry
Thanks to modern advancements in the field of dentistry, a variety of procedures are now easier and more comfortable than ever. Smileboston Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry, an industry leader in dental innovation and technology, uses the Waterlase® dental laser to greatly improve the patient experience. Here are just some of the benefits laser dentistry offers. […]
Nail Biting & Oral Health
We call suspenseful books and movies “nail-biters,” but the habit of nail biting itself has less exciting connotations. The most obvious consequence is torn, uneven nails, and in particularly severe cases, nails that become dramatically shortened and deformed over time. This alone would be enough of a reason to discourage the habit, but far more […]
Oral Health – A Window Into Overall Health
It is said that eyes are the window into the soul but did you know that your oral health offers important clues into your overall well-being? Your oral health is more important than you may realize and problems in your mouth can, in turn, affect your entire body. An unhealthy mouth, especially in conjunction […]
4 Easy Ways to Improve Your Oral Health
WE’VE ALL HEARD that if we want healthy teeth, we should brush twice a day, floss once a day, and schedule regular dental cleaning appointments twice a year. Definitely keep doing those things, but if you want to step up your oral health game, here are a few easy ways to do that. Replace Your Toothbrush […]
Dr. Spitz Named “Top Dentist”
Smileboston Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry’s own Dr. Steven D. Spitz was recently named “The Best Dentists in Boston” by Boston magazine. This was the magazine’s first annual list of top dentists—from generalists to specialists—in the city of Boston and beyond. The list of 381 dental experts was chosen and carefully vetted by an advisory board […]