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![Strategies for Teasing: Helping Kids Feel Better About Their Smile - <p>Every kid feels uncomfortable in social situations sometimes, especially when they feel they “look different”—and studies show the #1 reason kids are bullied for their appearance is the way their teeth look. Bullies sense this discomfort and annoy, anger, and confuse kids who already feel vulnerable—and if the child being teased is openly reactive, the […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Kids-Bullying-Strategies-q5vyp7fhxao9h70f6vqv8yf59a99lmey64e67angl4.jpg)
Every kid feels uncomfortable in social situations sometimes, especially when they feel they “look different”—and studies show the #1 reason kid...
Continue Reading »![Fun Dental Facts – Did You Know? - <p>Dentistry is serious medicine, and daily oral hygiene is a top priority. But teeth can be pretty fun, too—not to mention fascinating. For starters, have you ever seen the full sets of baby teeth and adult teeth present in a child’s head x-ray? Go ahead, look it up. There are tons of interesting dental facts […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Dental-Facts-q4j8hmapmqwu7k7r3re55jeqeae3jvzpysc6o850hk.jpg)
Dentistry is serious medicine, and daily oral hygiene is a top priority. But teeth can be pretty fun, too—not to mention fascinating. For starters, ...
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 »![Why Does My Jaw Hurt? - <p>If your jaw clicks when it opens, or you can’t fully open it, or you have pain in your face and trouble chewing, then you’re among the 15% of Americans who have chronic jaw pain. Your jaw joint is called the temporomandibular joint, or TMJ. The name comes from the jaw’s role to connect your […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Jaw-Pain-q2xsb3ofbqahafk06vwk2dkvid8a1hpx3548psldx4.jpg)
If your jaw clicks when it opens, or you can’t fully open it, or you have pain in your face and trouble chewing, then you’re among the 15% of Amer...
Continue Reading »![Take it Easy After Tooth Extraction - <p>At Family Dental Practice, we’re here to help you as you teach your little ones how to care for their growing and changing smiles. Sometimes our combined efforts will prevent them from needing dental treatment beyond cleanings, fluoride treatments, and sealants, but other times we might recommend extraction to get them back on track for […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Kids-Extraction-Aftercare-q2xqsdipezdhbr1rr8aiw6qqeqyxvwgiw9qittqk6w.jpg)
At Family Dental Practice, we’re here to help you as you teach your little ones how to care for their growing and changing smiles. Sometimes our com...
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 »![Pregnant Moms & Oral Health: Brushing & Flossing for Two - <p>There are so many things to be concerned about when you find out you’re expecting. Eating right, taking enough vitamins, getting enough rest, telling your husband there is absolutely no way you are naming your firstborn son Bud Light… but what about your teeth? There’s an old saying—“you lose a tooth for every baby”—but those […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Brushing-Flossing-for-Two-q1s07ibhswbg1xyf3shamu0ky5tpigj05fs8mzrqgo.jpg)
There are so many things to be concerned about when you find out you’re expecting. Eating right, taking enough vitamins, getting enough rest, tellin...
Continue Reading »![Oral Hygiene for Families on the Go - <p>Today’s families seem to be busier than they were in the past—lots of homework, extracurricular activities, and hopefully, some quality time spent with the family. Here are a few ideas from Family Dental Practice to make consistent oral hygiene a little more convenient: Brushing teeth in the shower: as hard as it is to get […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Busy-Family-Hygiene-q08fpy1q8vpbhxhg3ax0zpqlv58662slnlgwgaxg3c.jpg)
Today’s families seem to be busier than they were in the past—lots of homework, extracurricular activities, and hopefully, some quality time spent...
Continue Reading »![Ice Cravings – A Sign of Something Worse? - <p>We all know someone who asks for extra ice just so they can chew on it. And we’ve probably all heard that chewing ice is not healthy for your teeth. So what’s the truth? Is it best to put a stop to ice chewing? Absolutely, and for more reasons than most people are aware of. […]</p>](https://www.familydentalpracticewatertown.com/wp-content/uploads/bfi_thumb/Chewing-Ice-q08f5kvm63tny32f0i00yur2illve5xyusm64h4iwo.jpg)
We all know someone who asks for extra ice just so they can chew on it. And we’ve probably all heard that chewing ice is not healthy for your teeth....
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 »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.
