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![Should I Be Screening Myself for Oral Cancer? - <p>In a word: Ab-so-lute-ly! Pretend those hyphens are the “clapping hands” emoji, because we want to emphasize how important it is to get up close and personal with your mouth in the interests of oral cancer detection. Currently, oral cancer kills one person in the United States per hour. The reason it’s so deadly is […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Oral-Cancer-Self-Exams-qkqf8uqynbihoy86cbpn87fwid0o7w7bp2jz17acoo.jpg)
In a word: Ab-so-lute-ly! Pretend those hyphens are the “clapping hands” emoji, because we want to emphasize how important it is to get up close a...
Continue Reading »![Can Dry Socket Be Deadly? - <p>The dreaded words of warning for anyone who has a tooth extraction: dry socket. A dry socket is a painful complication after a routine treatment like an extraction, but it can be avoided if you’re careful, and it definitely won’t kill you. Read more below from Watertown dentists, Dr. Buchholtz & Dr. Garro at Family […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Dry-Socket-qjdfr3zor2bf1st7hrhjq42b645zrt7bjtdvmw8cl4.jpg)
The dreaded words of warning for anyone who has a tooth extraction: dry socket. A dry socket is a painful complication after a routine treatment like ...
Continue Reading »![Finding Your Oasis: Food & Drinks for Dry Mouth - <p>Xerostomia is the technical term for dry mouth, the condition that results from absent or reduced saliva flow. It is not a disease on its own, but it may be a side effect of medication or radiation treatments. Xerostomia affects about 20% of the elderly population—not because of their age, but due to the increased […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Dry-Mouth-Diet-qjdf6fjiea0bmmuk8tp0vbx8oy3afj3wpgpbjqw5h4.jpg)
Xerostomia is the technical term for dry mouth, the condition that results from absent or reduced saliva flow. It is not a disease on its own, but it ...
Continue Reading »![How Long Will I Have to Wear a Retainer? - <p>You’ve worn your braces or aligners, kept your checkup appointments, and followed treatment instructions from Family Dental Practice. You love your new smile, but it’s not over yet—how long will you have to wear a retainer? There are two types of retainers: removable and fixed. Removable retainers are taken out of your mouth during your […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Retainer-How-Long-qhrygvovp1bxlru5h80esh0cr4qw1s9s7lweqlkiwo.jpg)
You’ve worn your braces or aligners, kept your checkup appointments, and followed treatment instructions from Family Dental Practice. You love your ...
Continue Reading »![Do You Snore or Have Sleep Apnea? Get MAD! - <p>We don’t mean the emotion, though you just might be feeling it if you or your loved ones have been losing sleep because of snoring or obstructive sleep apnea. MAD is the abbreviation for Mandibular Advancement Device, and it’s a type of oral appliance that could help you and your family experience restful sleep again. […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Mandibular-Advancement-Devices-qhrx93djbve2rpfu5sn250scjykchdfx6vv4xkhqrc.jpg)
We don’t mean the emotion, though you just might be feeling it if you or your loved ones have been losing sleep because of snoring or obstructive sl...
Continue Reading »![Dental Bridges 101 - <p>A hole in your smile is never a positive thing. It negatively affects physical appearance, eating, speaking, and your overall sense of confidence and well-being. Let Family Dental Practice bridge the gap between where you are with your smile and where you want to be! A missing tooth or teeth can also cause jaw pain […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Bridges-qg4simg4w4ktv9a7n4gyugooys44dpwo9h2vxz6oqg.jpg)
A hole in your smile is never a positive thing. It negatively affects physical appearance, eating, speaking, and your overall sense of confidence and ...
Continue Reading »![Teeth Grinding, Clenching & Bruxism - <p>There is a good chance you have heard someone mention the term ‘bruxism’ and discuss the problems it can cause for your oral health. At the office, we talk about a lot of technical dental stuff that doesn’t necessarily concern our patients, but bruxism is something we definitely want you to know about. Stress and […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Stress-Bruxism-qg4rg24ihtsbj7attyd01p0vko6zkrt4mliq4ad60o.jpg)
There is a good chance you have heard someone mention the term ‘bruxism’ and discuss the problems it can cause for your oral health. At the office...
Continue Reading »![Healthy Mouth, Healthy Heart - <p>We all know that it’s important to take care of our health, but that’s often easier said than done. Health and hygiene routines are an investment of your time every day. So, wouldn’t it be great if you could accomplish more by actually doing less? As it turns out, when it comes to oral health […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Heart-Health-qeqecs4486bsm9h2932ploaj1q0kf7cxzrl36oqnjs.jpg)
We all know that it’s important to take care of our health, but that’s often easier said than done. Health and hygiene routines are an investment ...
Continue Reading »![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 »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.
