The Function of Tooth Enamel and How to Protect It

Function of Enamel in Teeth Before we explain what the function of tooth enamel is, let's explain what tooth enamel is.  The wear-resistant exterior of the dental crown is made of dental enamel, the body's toughest component. It creates an insulating layer that guards the tooth against physical, thermal, and chemical pressures that could harm [...]

All On Four Procedure: Offering Rapid Improvement to Your Smile!

An All on Four procedure is a popular treatment option for anyone missing all or most of their natural teeth. There are multiple orthodontic and dental implant solutions that can address missing teeth. Therefore, to find the best solution for you, it's ideal to consider the treatment’s feel, comfort, and time. This revolutionary approach can [...]

Is There An Age Limit For Dental Implants?

Do you yearn for the perfect smile after losing one or more teeth? Dental implants are the best option for replacing missing teeth. These implants resemble your natural teeth, thus giving you back your natural smile. Before receiving dental implants, you must reach skeletal maturity. Therefore, you should only get dental implants if your [...]

Dental Sealants for Your Children

If your child continuously gets new cavities despite your best efforts, our dentists at Southbridge Dentistry may recommend dental sealants. Sealants can be a highly effective way to minimize tooth decay and the need for fillings in children and teenagers. Although they can help with protecting teeth, dental sealants cannot replace good oral hygiene. [...]

Holiday Dental Tips

The 2021 holiday season is just around the corner, and with it comes many opportunities to eat foods that can damage your teeth and gums. Since the staff at Southbridge Dentistry would like to see patients avoid additional oral health problems in the new year, we offer several tips to help keep your teeth [...]

The Basics of Dentures

Although older people wear dentures more than people in any other age demographic, they are far from the only ones to benefit from this replacement tooth option. Dentures can be a good choice for people who have lost natural teeth to an injury or oral health condition as well. Understanding the Design of Dentures [...]