oral health

Health Link: Oral Hygiene and Heart Disease | Dentist Watertown

Dentist Hartford

December 15, 2022

The human body is a network of interconnected systems and organs. Unfortunately, issues that impact one particular area of your body can also affect the health and function of other areas. Recently, studies found by our 53094 dentist have highlighted evidence for links between gum disease and heart disease. While the exact nature of the … [Read more...] about Health Link: Oral Hygiene and Heart Disease | Dentist Watertown

Oral Cancer Risk Factors | Hartford Dentist

Dentist Hartford

September 1, 2022

During a comprehensive dental examination, our team will look for signs of oral cancer. Early detection is key with oral cancer. If caught early, most forms of oral cancer are treatable. Our dental team is trained and educated to identify oral cancer. Everyone is susceptible to the disease, but some groups of people are at a higher risk level … [Read more...] about Oral Cancer Risk Factors | Hartford Dentist

You Need to Know About Oral Thrush: Here’s Why | Watertown Dentist

Dentist Hartford

April 15, 2022

Even a healthy mouth is lined with bacteria. Normally, your daily oral hygiene routine helps prevent oral health complications. However, it is possible to develop an excess of bacteria and fungi, which can lead to additional problems. Here’s what our dentist in 53094 wants you to know about oral thrush and what you can do to prevent it. What is … [Read more...] about You Need to Know About Oral Thrush: Here’s Why | Watertown Dentist

7 Common Brushing Mistakes You’re Making

Dentist Hartford

June 2, 2015

Do you view brushing your teeth as a mindless task? It may be time to rethink the “mindless” strategy behind caring for those pearly whites. Not thinking about brushing your teeth can lead to common brushing mistakes---and some pretty significant ones that can impact your oral health. And since oral health is connected to your overall health, that … [Read more...] about 7 Common Brushing Mistakes You’re Making

What is gum disease? How is gum disease treated?

Dentist Hartford

April 21, 2015

Do you red, swollen gums? Are your gums bleeding while brushing or flossing? Do you bad breath you can’t shake? Sores in your mouth? A receding gum line? Time to visit your dentist. Any of these symptoms can be linked to gum disease, also called periodontal disease, an inflammation of the gums that hold your teeth in place. The mild form of gum … [Read more...] about What is gum disease? How is gum disease treated?

Why should I take care of my teeth? Link between Oral & Overall Health

Dentist Hartford

April 7, 2015

Why should I brush my teeth? Floss? Visit the dentist? When our lives get hectic, or when the bills start accumulating, these daily tasks can seem like a pain. Taking the time to floss is just one more thing you don’t have time to do, much less take the time to visit the dentist. And yet it seems like new studies are coming out every day linking … [Read more...] about Why should I take care of my teeth? Link between Oral & Overall Health

How to Teach Your Kids to Brush their Teeth (and like it!)

Dentist Hartford

March 24, 2015

Often, our kids are a case of the extremes when it comes to establishing good, solid brushing habits: they either leave toothpaste all over the bathroom from goofing around (how did they get toothpaste there???) or they’re screaming in protest at the mere thought of a toothbrush. A child with good brushing habits is somewhere in the middle, taking … [Read more...] about How to Teach Your Kids to Brush their Teeth (and like it!)

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My mom recommended me to this dentist and for my appointment Dr. Thomas Pausma and the assistant Joyce were absolutely wonderful! They both made sure I was comfortable and in as little pain as possible. The staff was very kind! Definitely coming back!

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