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![Caring for Your Dentures - <p>The image of a glass full of false teeth on the nightstand is plastered all throughout popular culture. You would think that soaking your dentures in water and cleaner is sufficient, but Family Dental Practice reminds us that proper denture care requires more than just that. In fact, denture maintenance is an important part of oral health. […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Denture-Care-qeqdsq82fevkxqlncf18eqgitsuo7nr38ik6m6h0ag.png)
The image of a glass full of false teeth on the nightstand is plastered all throughout popular culture. You would think that soaking your dentures in...
Continue Reading »![Is It Time for Braces Already? - <p>These days, people of all ages receive orthodontic treatment, but many of us still associate braces with the awkward and angsty pre-teen and teen years. While some kids are excited about braces because they know some “cool” teenagers who have them, others may worry about how braces might look or feel. Mom and Dad are […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Age-of-Orthodontics-qakspogjiaz7krhve1qcveek3b57osvw7ievox5bco.jpg)
These days, people of all ages receive orthodontic treatment, but many of us still associate braces with the awkward and angsty pre-teen and teen year...
Continue Reading »![Your Options for Teeth Straightening - <p>Maybe Mona Lisa would have cracked a real smile if she had been more confident in her teeth! All jokes aside, you don’t have to live every day embarrassed by your own smile. Orthodontic treatments today are much more desirable than those of yesteryear. There are a lot of good reasons to straighten your teeth, […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Teeth-Straightening-qakspqc7vz1s7zf532jm0dxha2vy473cvrpunh2j08.jpg)
Maybe Mona Lisa would have cracked a real smile if she had been more confident in her teeth! All jokes aside, you don’t have to live every day embar...
Continue Reading »![Do Whitening Strips Actually Work? - <p>Whitening strips are among the most popular health and beauty products in Watertown. Brightening up your pearly whites is a great way to give your smile a boost, and with all the over-the-counter options, there’s no reason not to pick one up and try it out. Family Dental Practice wants you to be informed about every […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Whitening-Strips-q7iymgnky4dawirr5ohy282w0agh98avy7b9h8s988.jpg)
Whitening strips are among the most popular health and beauty products in Watertown. Brightening up your pearly whites is a great way to give your smi...
Continue Reading »![Dental Inlays & Onlays - <p>Cracked, broken, and decayed teeth require restoration or they will break down further until they become infected and/or require extraction. At Family Dental Practice, our goal is to preserve your natural teeth for as long as possible. Depending on the extent and location of the damage, we will likely recommend an inlay, onlay, or crown. […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Inlays-Onlays-q4j85i5ljmbskht9uiv90lguri3scbw9mtmvzu3ooo.jpg)
Cracked, broken, and decayed teeth require restoration or they will break down further until they become infected and/or require extraction. At Family...
Continue Reading »![The Importance of Dental X-Rays - <p>The technology of dental medicine is advancing by the minute. There are now sophisticated techniques for diagnosing and tracking oral cancer, correcting crooked teeth in less than a year, treating periodontitis (advanced gum disease) without surgery, and much more. Yet, when it comes down to diagnosing issues and creating an effective treatment plan, nothing beats […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/X-Rays-q1s0zw225t64m2qadk4rf66mnzxoxg78dwx1arosl4.png)
The technology of dental medicine is advancing by the minute. There are now sophisticated techniques for diagnosing and tracking oral cancer, correcti...
Continue Reading »![What a Great Smile! Dental Bonding for Kids - <p>Dental bonding is a versatile cosmetic and restorative dental procedure that can be performed on patients of all ages. It can repair damage, fill gaps, and improve the look and structure of teeth. Family Dental Practice wants all our patients to enjoy healthy, confident smiles, and if your child faces problems with chipped, misshapen or […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Bonding-for-Kids-pykzh5tbe1q55354vjiwnpgo3svl9agmfirw9zxgoo.jpg)
Dental bonding is a versatile cosmetic and restorative dental procedure that can be performed on patients of all ages. It can repair damage, fill gaps...
Continue Reading »![Is Fluoride Safe for Kids? - <p>At Family Dental Practice, we know that Watertown parents work hard to prioritize their child’s health and happiness—you can count on us to do the same! The smiles of your children are a contagious expression of delight, and our role as their oral healthcare provider is to protect those precious pearly whites. That’s why we […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Fluoride-Kids-pyky4gsbc12dobvi7zrozhu086w1hs582i3c8y4p14.jpg)
At Family Dental Practice, we know that Watertown parents work hard to prioritize their child’s health and happiness—you can count on us to do the...
Continue Reading »![I Had Braces, Now My Jaw Hurts: Can Orthodontics Cause TMJ? - <p>You had braces when you were younger and never experienced any jaw pain or other TMJ symptoms prior. Then, after you completed your orthodontic treatment, you developed a pain in your jaw, maybe accompanied by popping, locking, clenching and grinding. Maybe you developed these symptoms shortly after having your braces removed, maybe it was a […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Can-Ortho-Cause-TMJ-px3a4reeom0whrlvbvwqymj6jme40cp2xiv43b4xiw.jpg)
You had braces when you were younger and never experienced any jaw pain or other TMJ symptoms prior. Then, after you completed your orthodontic treatm...
Continue Reading »![Local Anesthetic – Is it Safe? - <p>If you get to go on a tropical vacation, your ability to feel the warm sun and the smooth sand is crucial to enjoying the atmosphere. There are, however, times in life when you would rather not feel anything. Getting a dental procedure can be one of those times—as important as the procedure might be. […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Local-Anesthetic-px39kw387otp2igwcspnr51ehebsaotcj6elvqlj20.jpg)
If you get to go on a tropical vacation, your ability to feel the warm sun and the smooth sand is crucial to enjoying the atmosphere. There are, howev...
Continue Reading »With extended office hours we can find an appointment time that works with your busy schedule. We are also available for emergency appointments on the weekends. We offer comprehensive dental care in the office to include orthodontics, dental implants, cosmetic dentistry, pediatric care and more. Don’t wait to take care of your oral health - contact us today for an appointment.
