Crooked teeth have a certain charm in little smiles. But as kids grow up, crooked teeth can create dental health problems. At Vanguard Dental in Derry NH, we usually recommend straightening children’s teeth with braces. There are many reasons for this. Some are related to dental health, while others have more to do with appearance. […]
Dental health
Can You Save a Dead Tooth?
Since teeth don’t grow and the enamel is not made of living cells, it’s easy to forget that teeth are alive. We are reminded when we have a toothache, or sudden sensitivity to hot or cold food. Like other organs, teeth need a blood supply to stay alive and healthy. At Vanguard Dental Group in […]
Dental Implant Success: The Odds Are In Your Favor
Categories: Dental health, Dental Implants
People thinking about replacing a missing tooth with a dental implant from Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH usually want to know about the implant success rate. In case you are unfamiliar with dental implants, we’ll describe them. What is a Dental Implant? A dental implant is a metal post that acts as a replacement […]
Two Hints For When You’re Too Tired To Brush
Too tired to touch a toothbrush? We’ve all been there. At Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH we have two quick ideas to overcome your exhaustion and pick up your toothbrush. Idea #1 Drag Tongue Along Teeth As you lie there in bed after a long hard day and realize you forgot to brush, drag […]
More Ways To Fight Kids’ Tooth Decay
Healthy teeth and gums are important at every stage of life. Unfortunately, tooth decay is widespread in the United States. At Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH we offer pediatric dentistry, and know that with proper care, tooth decay is preventable. Kids slhould learn proper dental care at an early age. Before their teeth come […]
4 Oral Ailments To Discuss With Your Dentist
At Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH we provide a full range of family dentistry services, and can address virtually any oral health issue a patient brings to an appointment. Here are four common issues you can talk to us about: Bad Breath. Sure, nobody wants to admit that they have bad breath, but bad […]
Get Your Teeth In Shape, Manchester!
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
Regular exercise is essential to good health. When you’re physically fit then you look better, and more important, you feel better! And as we remind our patients here at Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH, that goes for keeping your teeth in good shape, too! If your eyes are the window to your soul, then […]
Is Mouthwash A Must?
This message from Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH is about the various benefits of mouthwash. There are many different types of mouthwash. Some tout germ-killing abilities, others emphasize their fluoride content, and some claim to whiten teeth while freshening the breath. That may be why many people wonder if mouthwash should be part of […]
Gum Disease And Tooth Loss
Do you know that the most common cause of tooth loss among adults is gum disease? At Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH, the good news is that gum disease is easy to treat if it is detected in the early stages. Regular check-ups are critical, but there are warning signs for gum disease that […]
Five Facts About Enamel Erosion
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
This post from Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH is about your tooth enamel, and how you can best protect it. Our teeth work hard and are constantly under assault. It’s no wonder that nature encases them with an armor of enamel—the hardest substance in the body. Sadly, enamel erosion is extremely common, though largely […]
