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Dr. Dental takes pride in being a comprehensive dental care provider. This is why we complement our high quality services, affordable treatments and friendly staff with a broad range of dental news and dental tips. Our dental blog is packed with important information that can benefit you and your whole family, ensuring that your next trip to one of our dental offices in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire and New Jersey does not stretch your budget, consume your time or produce more aches and swelling.

Trick or Treat Snacks: Halloween Candy to Avoid

Halloween is scary. Ghosts, goblins, and all sorts of assorted ghouls. You name it, and Halloween brings plenty of fun and fearsome fright. However, the scare show that happens to oral health after a night of binging on Halloween candy is where the frightening stuff really happens! Even the most terrifying Michael Myers flick can’t ...
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Bacteria Never Sleeps: What Happens When You Skip Brushing Your Teeth for a Day

Brushing your teeth on a regular basis is important. How important? To answer the question, we looked at everything that can happen – things that make you go, “Ewww” – when you skip just one day of brushing. And the results weren’t pretty. Dr. Dental’s team of dentists, dental assistants, and dental hygienists witness firsthand ...
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How Obesity Affects Your Smile (Infographic)

More than 40% of U.S. adults are classified as obese – and that number seemingly rises every year. Aside from obesity’s health hazards – diabetes, heart disease, joint problems, and low energy – there is another unfortunate side effect of being overweight: your smile. Share this Image On Your Site </p><br /> <p><strong>Please include attribution ...
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5 Common Childhood Dental Problems

Childhood is a critical time to establish healthy dental habits and good oral health. While most children can avoid dental issues by brushing and flossing, eating healthy foods, and drinking healthy amounts of water, some children may still face dental issues. Here are the top five common childhood dental problems to look out for.   ...
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