In August of 2015 the benefits of flossing came under scrutiny. Here at Southbridge Dentistry we believe daily flossing is a critical step in successful long term oral health. Not only does it prevent tooth decay but it helps prevent periodontal disease (bone and gum disease) which has been linked to health issues such as [...]
Happy New Year Southbridge Dentistry patients! I hope everyone enjoyed the holiday season and are getting back into the swing of things. With the new year comes new year’s resolution with the most common resolutions being to stay fit and healthy followed by a close second of losing weight. These are great goals but here [...]
We all know that during the holiday season the sweets and snacks come out in full force. This can pose a problem to keeping your teeth clean and cavity free. After eating a sugary snack the pH in your mouth drops to a level that causes cavities for 30 minutes. So, if you are continuously [...]
At Southbridge Dentistry, we recognize and appreciate the sacrifice our veterans have made in serving our country. That is why every year since 2014 we give back to our veterans on Veteran’s Day. We provide a day of free dental care to those who served for us. This year we had a fantastic turnout of [...]
Happy Halloween! It is the time of year to dress up, act silly, trick-or-treat and be safe (you can find safety tips here). If your family is anything like mine then you will have an abundance of candy after your night of trick-or-treating. This is the perfect opportunity to remind your kids about “sugar bugs” [...]
There was a recent news clip in the American Dental Association’s morning huddle that discussed dentists taking blood pressure at each visit to help identify hypertension and get patients to their MD if indicated. This is a great idea and one that Southbridge has been doing for over 10 years. Most people know that hypertension [...]