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![What to Expect: Your Child’s First Visit to the Orthodontist - <p>If you had to undergo orthodontic treatment as a child or teen, hearing it recommended for your little one might make you wince—we understand! However, we’d like to assure you that just like general dentistry and treatments today, orthodontic care has improved in hopscotch-style leaps and bounds! Thanks to advances in technology and early intervention, […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Kids-First-Ortho-Appointment-p2dqrwzk2yjdsrwxs7nikve4hd37vjxt2kdbvrna2g.jpg)
If you had to undergo orthodontic treatment as a child or teen, hearing it recommended for your little one might make you wince—we understand! Howev...
Continue Reading »![When a Toothache is Not a Toothache - <p>Most of us have experienced a toothache. At their mildest, toothaches may cause just enough discomfort to get on your nerves and disrupt your concentration, but at their worst, they can be debilitating. Because the pain feels like it’s coming from your tooth, it’s natural to assume that all toothaches are caused by cavities, gum […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Toothache-p2dq7v3ia736491ivjm1dxk49fxbo0bybbcfb9dmt4.jpg)
Most of us have experienced a toothache. At their mildest, toothaches may cause just enough discomfort to get on your nerves and disrupt your concentr...
Continue Reading »![Hot on the Trail with Oral Pathology - <p>When it comes to your oral health, we hope you never have any pains or problems. Good preventive care will help you always feel your best! But even with the best habits, dental problems do happen. In that case, oral pathology is the science and medicine that helps diagnose and treat whatever is making you […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Oral-Pathology-p0vlzmspmpvj3btw79u5b2d3vuh8ilcwh7d4g32ens.jpg)
When it comes to your oral health, we hope you never have any pains or problems. Good preventive care will help you always feel your best! But even wi...
Continue Reading »![An Orthodontics Overview - <p>The root word “ortho” means “straight or upright.” Orthodontics— you guessed it – help make your teeth straight. But oh, how it can do so much more! A lovely smile with straight teeth and an even bite is equal parts functional and beautiful – and thanks to scientific progress, all that can be yours. Orthodontics […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Orthodontics-Overview-p0vlgwufii8xux0uioin5aflykr27m1cwjlzcotol4.jpg)
The root word “ortho” means “straight or upright.” Orthodontics— you guessed it – help make your teeth straight. But oh, how it can do so ...
Continue Reading »![What to Do in a Dental Emergency - <p>Accidents are never planned and rarely anticipated, but good dental care is always ready and available 24/7. Like all medical emergencies, dental emergencies require quality care, and fast! Here’s what to do if you think you have a dental emergency on your hands. What is a Dental Emergency? If you are in a lot of […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Emergency-Dentistry-oze1dacnd8yswba4nmh57kkra7tcubp5cwdqwk4rso.jpg)
Accidents are never planned and rarely anticipated, but good dental care is always ready and available 24/7. Like all medical emergencies, dental emer...
Continue Reading »![Senior Dentistry: Embrace Healthy Aging - <p>Someone once said, “Do not regret growing older. It is a privilege denied to many.” How true! While it can be frustrating to watch your health change as you age, you don’t have to accept poor oral health and tooth loss as just an inevitable part of the aging process. Your oral health is just […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Senior-Dentistry-oze0thuzgtvgfw1282hxpkdd05d4rr4lyxvp4th6t4.jpg)
Someone once said, “Do not regret growing older. It is a privilege denied to many.” How true! While it can be frustrating to watch your health c...
Continue Reading »![It’s a Bird, It’s a Plane, It’s…Invisalign®! - <p>If you have a crooked tooth, odd spaces between your teeth or a poor bite, you might be considering all of your orthodontic options. Orthodontics is a specialty in dentistry that realigns your bite and teeth for the best possible look and function. Did you know that our ancestors actually had naturally larger jaws? This […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Invisalign-ouw3dgd8o3aq39g5gwttd0l6cysp7db686bpun1whk.jpg)
If you have a crooked tooth, odd spaces between your teeth or a poor bite, you might be considering all of your orthodontic options. Orthodontics is a...
Continue Reading »![Why Wisdom Teeth Are Not So Wise - <p>Most people have had some exposure to the concept of wisdom teeth. Perhaps you have had yours removed, are considering a removal, or Dr. Buchholtz and Dr. Garro has just shown you an X-ray with the dreaded third molars creeping into view. It’s common to hear patients ask how they are removed, but we rarely […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Wisdom-Teeth-ouw2lfseyuy21o562av4jl3kyivus536pibpwqlby0.jpg)
Most people have had some exposure to the concept of wisdom teeth. Perhaps you have had yours removed, are considering a removal, or Dr. Buchholtz and...
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 »![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 »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.
