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![Could Brushing & Flossing Prevent a Heart Attack? - <p>A lot of healthy lifestyle choices benefit more than one system within your body. Eating well, exercising, good sleep, and fresh air all support a lot of your physical needs. So, it shouldn’t be surprising that what hurts one area of your health can easily hurt another area, too. An important (though less known) connection […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Heart-Attack-orw8iga65ewlnk240xuckrq1evf92khaijtahcpc54.jpg)
A lot of healthy lifestyle choices benefit more than one system within your body. Eating well, exercising, good sleep, and fresh air all support a lot...
Continue Reading »![Crowns, Bridges, Dentures & Implants: The Facts - <p>There are lots of ways to deal with missing or damaged teeth. You’ve probably heard one of us at Family Dental Practice talking about implants, dentures, bridges, and crowns, but have you ever wondered what they are and how they work? Dr. Buchholtz and Dr. Garro knows that folks like to be informed, so think […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/CBDI-Facts-or7d9dex1vq3valf7qr1bnz8w4gdst9nff00o32xmg.jpg)
There are lots of ways to deal with missing or damaged teeth. You’ve probably heard one of us at Family Dental Practice talking about implants, dent...
Continue Reading »![Orthodontic Pacifiers: A Binky on a Mission - <p>Parents face many decisions, even before their baby makes an appearance—but once that bundle of joy arrives, one important choice is whether to use a pacifier. Babies have a natural reflex to suck their thumbs, fingers, pacifiers, or other objects to help them feel more secure, to soothe them, or to lull them to sleep. […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Orthodontic-Pacifiers-oqdyyf0ywz4lj5gbcrd2payx8rct8m21n3h47is5o8.jpg)
Parents face many decisions, even before their baby makes an appearance—but once that bundle of joy arrives, one important choice is whether to use ...
Continue Reading »![Cosmetic Dentistry – A Beautiful Smile is a Powerful Thing - <p>There is a law of nature that states: “function follows form.” This saying means that how something appears determines how it works. For example, you may own many screwdrivers of different sizes and shapes (form) to loosen all different kinds of screws (function). Think of a watering can with a long spout that’s perfect for […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Cosmetic-oqdyku8w74jhtx6amw32oqb8ce9y205mfw8mnmwvjs.jpg)
There is a law of nature that states: “function follows form.” This saying means that how something appears determines how it works. For example, ...
Continue Reading »![How are Dental Savings Plans Different from Insurance? - <p>Understanding any type of medical or dental insurance can be a challenge, especially for uninsured folks trying to find a plan on their own. According to the National Association of Dental Plans, about 74 million Americans had no dental insurance coverage at the end of 2016. One possible solution is dental savings plans (also called […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Dental-Savings-Plans-oqdwyxev4l9iitamsuwk2ceurrpttc8z599o7ws2wo.jpg)
Understanding any type of medical or dental insurance can be a challenge, especially for uninsured folks trying to find a plan on their own. According...
Continue Reading »![Forget Your Fears with Sedation Dentistry - <p>Don’t Be Afraid of the Dentist! Family Dental Practice knows that some folks avoid the dentist’s chair like the plague. According to studies at the Dental Fears Research Clinic at the University of Washington, as many as 8% of Americans are too afraid to go to dentists and 20% are too anxious to visit a […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Sedation-Dentistry-oqdwl542w2e48pbjawdjhtnh4bo0x5ip90tatt7y60.jpg)
Don’t Be Afraid of the Dentist! Family Dental Practice knows that some folks avoid the dentist’s chair like the plague. According to studies at th...
Continue Reading »![ClearCorrect™: Show Off A Straighter Smile - <p>Thousands of people have straightened their teeth with the ClearCorrect orthodontics system since 2006. Patients love the discreet appearance and easy care of these removable aligners. Treatment begins with an evaluation where Family Dental Practice takes impressions or scans of your teeth and submits the results to ClearCorrect, which then fabricates a series of aligners […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/ClearCorrect-omc2xp53t6tukm4k8jc1una8lopzmnguw0vrn0sce0.jpg)
Thousands of people have straightened their teeth with the ClearCorrect orthodontics system since 2006. Patients love the discreet appearance and easy...
Continue Reading »![Lasers: A “Groovy” Tool for Dentists - <p>At Family Dental Practice, we take pride in staying ahead of the curve when it comes to the latest and greatest in dental treatments and technologies. That’s why we think dental “lasers” are truly smashing. And if you’re worried about paying one million dollars, rest assured laser treatments are more accessible and affordable than ever. […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Laser-Dentistry-olt0k2o1m37scg8g35z6rj8l8xbc0uz0mqme4jzrnc.jpg)
At Family Dental Practice, we take pride in staying ahead of the curve when it comes to the latest and greatest in dental treatments and technologies....
Continue Reading »![TMJ: The Root of Your Pain - <p>Temporomandibular joint dysfunction is a really long name… so let’s call it TMJ. That sounds more familiar—you’ve probably heard it before. Maybe some lingering pain in your chewing muscles and bones even have you wondering if you have it. TMJ dysfunction is sometimes called TMD, TMJD, or TMJ Syndrome, especially if there seem to be […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/TMJ-okn1p5t4y65npu2ite7mdw3quz77ygthwpsis5xwvs.jpg)
Temporomandibular joint dysfunction is a really long name… so let’s call it TMJ. That sounds more familiar—you’ve probably heard it before. ...
Continue Reading »![Keep Lipstick off Your Teeth with These Handy Tips - <p>You work with Family Dental Practice to achieve your most beautiful smile, but if you also add makeup to enhance your appearance, you may have had the problem of drifting lipstick. At one time or another, we’ve all talked to someone with lipstick on their teeth and faced that awkward question: “How do I let […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Lipstick-Off-Teeth-ok3twyqs1o6u7isytx2x5vn4qutb07vwwe0szpn454.jpg)
You work with Family Dental Practice to achieve your most beautiful smile, but if you also add makeup to enhance your appearance, you may have had the...
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.
