Dental implants are one of the greatest advances in the field of dentistry. They are an artificial tooth root that is surgically implanted into the jaw of a patient, to replace a missing root. The implant, in turn, can support an artificial tooth. Dental implants are available from Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH. The […]
Dental health
Know The Facts About Oral Piercings
Body piercings are an increasingly common form of self-expression. This blog post from Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH is for those who currently have an oral piercing or are considering one. Since this is a dental blog, you may expect us to raise all sorts of alarms warning of the dangers of piercings. You […]
What’s Your Dental Plan?
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
To achieve the best dental health and a dazzling smile, you need a strategy. If you’re in Derry NH, your strategy should be to contact Vanguard Dental Group. Your teeth may seem like pieces of bone growing in your mouth, but they are actually living structures. That hard surface of enamel covers an interior filled […]
Keeping You Comfortable
At Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH, our dentists make a conscious effort to help each patient feel comfortable. Though our chairs are cushy as can be, we are not only talking about physical comfort here. We are talking about emotional comfort. In other words, peace of mind. Here are four ways we are dedicated […]
How Oral Inflammation Affects Your Health
Swollen and painful gums are symptoms of periodontal disease, an inflammatory gum disease. It’s a serious condition, but is treatable at Vanguard Dentistry in Derry NH. Swelling of the gums occurs from an auto-immune response of the body reacting to an infection. Infections are noticeable through pain, redness, and warmth. If the infection is left […]
Don’t Put Off Your Dental Exam
No matter your age, dental exams are a key practice for keeping your smile healthy and beautiful! The team at Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH is your partner in dental health. Knowledge is Power Sometimes people put off their next dental exam because they seem unnecessary. But exams are truly one of the best […]
Debunking Dental Myths
This post from Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH focuses on three common dental health-related myths. Debunking time! All Sugar Is Equally Bad For Teeth We all know that sugar increases our risk of tooth decay, but some types are worse than others. Sugar-based foods that sit on the teeth are more dangerous than those […]
7 Steps For A Healthy Smile
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Benjamin Franklin coined that phrase in the 1730s, and it’s one that we heartily endorse at Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH. Like all timeless quotes, it applies to many aspects of modern life, like dental health. Keeping your smile beautiful and healthy is done […]
Bleeding Gums After Your 6-Month Cleaning?
Regular dental check-ups and cleanings are critical for ideal dental health. However, some dental patients worry because their gums tend to bleed after a thorough cleaning. It could be a sign of gum disease. Gum disease arises when plaque builds up along the gum line. You might also observe bad breath, painful chewing, and loose […]
Dental Check Ups: How Often?
When is the last time you had a dental check-up? At Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH, we like to see our patients every six months. If you have a higher risk for oral diseases, we advise you to receive an examination every four months. Most people are in a medium to low risk category […]
