Have you ever thought about any activities or risks in your life that could be causing damage to your teeth and gums? Have you ever thought about tooth hazard risks in your life and how they could be potentially putting your teeth and gums at further risk of dental damage? Not only should you be worried about your oral hygiene... read more »
Whether you got it knocked out during an intense basketball game, or you tripped and hit the sidewalk particularly hard, a knocked-out tooth presents a lot of questions. Like, what do you do with it? And can you get it put back in? There are a few different options you have to deal with your knocked-out teeth. Dr. David Solomon,... read more »
Many foods can both strengthen your teeth and weaken your teeth. Many people know and understand that foods and sweets like sugars can damage your teeth. However, did you know some foods can keep your oral health happy? Well, it’s true! Our dentists, Dr. Joseph Solomon and Dr. Jared Solomon with Solomon & Wright Associates, P.C. in Melrose, Massachusetts, care about... read more »
One of the key oral health risks to your smile consists of harmful plaque and bacteria eating through tooth enamel and causing cavities. In order to protect your smile, it is important to establish functional oral hygiene routines on a daily basis. This includes brushing and flossing every single day. Just as you should brush twice a day, you should... read more »
Caring for your smile often includes a risk assessment to determine if any dental damage is occurring. In many cases, you may be suffering from oral health ailments such as gum disease and not even know it. Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, occurs when there is an infection of your gums. To determine if the disease is... read more »
If you are looking for a smile makeover and wish to do so without removing any teeth, it may be possible to save severely damaged or broken teeth. Even teeth that may be on the fast track for extraction could potentially be saved through the use of a dental crown. Dental crowns are highly effective because they can completely... read more »
If you wish to drastically enhance the look of a tooth, there are numerous treatments to consider. One highly effective option that tends to be popular is dental bonding. Dental bonding applies materials directly to the surfaces of teeth that are tooth-colored in appearance, so they will blend in easily. With a dental bond, you can effectively treat a... read more »
Are you aware that most cavities are a result of poor eating habits? Cavities are an oral health disorder caused by the destruction of the tooth enamel. When the tooth enamel has worn down to the point that a hole results, it is known as a cavity. Ingredients in food such as sugars, as well as acidic foods are known... read more »
Smiling is scientifically proven to make you and the people around you feel good. Because all of us at Solomon & Wright Associates, P.C. know how important smiling is for the adventures of every-day life, we want you to be assured about yours. Dr. David Solomon is pleased to offer several cosmetic dentistry treatments that will provide you with a... read more »
Although medications are often not needed for your oral health care, many procedures may require their use to help treat pain and assist with recovery time. For a better understanding of the basics of medications and oral health, listed below are some important facts about them: - One of the most commonly experienced side effects of medications is dry mouth,... read more »