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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 »![Can Plaque Cause Tooth Loss? - <p>If you’ve ever gone too long between brushing your teeth, you know how slimy and dirty your teeth can feel. Some people lovingly call this layer of grime “teeth sweaters.” But it has a real name: plaque. Plaque is common but it can cause poor oral health if you ignore it. Dr. Will Buchholtz & […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Plaque-qe1tyzi83usbubnam0uhatxgragbdjis1baba2yeuw.jpg)
If you’ve ever gone too long between brushing your teeth, you know how slimy and dirty your teeth can feel. Some people lovingly call this layer of ...
Continue Reading »![To Be or Not to Be Sugar-Free: The Facts About Artificial Sweeteners - <p>Originally created for people unable to consume regular sugars, alternative and artificial sweeteners have become extremely popular in all kinds of different products. From chewing gum to diet soda, Dr. Will Buchholtz & Dr. Kyle Garro from Family Dental Practice want you to know which of these options are best for your dental and general […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Sweeteners-qdq2r6gwpc46qoi80rfy6186snsyo3fbn2lyov8koo.jpg)
Originally created for people unable to consume regular sugars, alternative and artificial sweeteners have become extremely popular in all kinds of di...
Continue Reading »![Stop Brushing After You Eat – Do This Instead - <p>For a long time, we’ve been told to brush our teeth right after we eat, but conventional wisdom might be changing on that. Thanks to your mouth’s powerful and natural ability to clean itself, rinsing with water might actually be the best way to freshen your breath and prevent cavities after you eat. In addition […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Rinsing-With-Water-qcydxs4d0xplg01sjlnce37wdgd6vlvpiu99wkvjqw.jpg)
For a long time, we’ve been told to brush our teeth right after we eat, but conventional wisdom might be changing on that. Thanks to your mouth’s ...
Continue Reading »![Crack Down on Cracked Tooth Syndrome - <p>Cracked tooth syndrome (CTS), also known as cracked cusp syndrome or split tooth syndrome, is a painful condition that results from a crack in one of your teeth. CTS can mean anything from a tiny hairline split in the crown to a fracture that goes all the way to the root. If you have a […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Cracked-Tooth-qcbd4hgu90pa3gdxe9krrfdjz0llvhvtxxqlmcxkfs.jpg)
Cracked tooth syndrome (CTS), also known as cracked cusp syndrome or split tooth syndrome, is a painful condition that results from a crack in one of ...
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 »![Can My Child’s Asthma Affect Their Dental Health? - <p>Did you know more than 26 million Americans have asthma, and it’s the leading chronic disease in children? As dental health professionals that understand how deeply your oral and overall health rely on one another and want both to be optimal for your child, we feel it’s important to talk about how asthma might affect […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Kids-Oral-Health-with-Asthma-q8vv9ttogzf30mw8thlvhni44pwyc3vd0qii5lmx14.jpg)
Did you know more than 26 million Americans have asthma, and it’s the leading chronic disease in children? As dental health professionals that under...
Continue Reading »![How Do I Answer My Child’s Dental Questions? - <p>Kids aren’t afraid to ask questions about everything under the sun, and teeth are just one of the many mysteries they will ponder. At Family Dental Practice, our pediatric patients come up with some of the most interesting questions we hear—and we hear questions all day! Most of the time, kids’ questions about teeth are […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Kids-Dental-Questions-q8vucp0hk827rh0vao0b3ii6ar8607bzgqnc5grid4.jpg)
Kids aren’t afraid to ask questions about everything under the sun, and teeth are just one of the many mysteries they will ponder. At Family Dental ...
Continue Reading »![Why Haven’t My Child’s Permanent Teeth Come In? - <p>If your child’s permanent adult teeth haven’t emerged in a timely manner, you may wonder if there is a reason to worry. Family Dental Practice would like to share a few possible reasons permanent adult teeth can be delayed. Is There Enough Space for the New Teeth to Grow? The most common reason for permanent […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Kids-Permanent-Teeth-q7izyppbryf6vwolejci21qpscmsdvuul0wkcl8ptk.jpg)
If your child’s permanent adult teeth haven’t emerged in a timely manner, you may wonder if there is a reason to worry. Family Dental Practice wou...
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.
