Do you have a tooth that is beyond saving? Considering a a dental implant? At Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH, there are advantages to combining the extraction and implant placement in one procedure. Let’s talk about the benefits of same-day extraction and implant placement. 1. You save healthy bone As soon as a tooth […]
Dental health
Do You Have A Thumbsucking Toddler?
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
Parents have always been warned that thumb-sucking can have a negative impact on the dental health for kids. One of the problems we see at Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH is a type of malocclusion called an open bite. An open bite occurs when the front teeth in the lower and upper jaw have […]
Sealants Prevent Cavities For Kids
Categories: Dental health, Pediatric Dentistry
As experienced children’s dentists, Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NJ recommends bringing your child in for their first checkup after their first teeth come in. That usually between six months and one year of age. During your child’s first check-up, we can discuss sealants, a clear layer of plastic applied to the grooved surfaces of […]
Afraid Of The Dentist? Sedation Dentistry Can Help
If you experience severe anxiety when undergoing (or even thinking about) dental treatment, sedation dentistry from Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH may be just what you need. Sedation dentistry is available in several forms. It is completely safe, and very effective for people coping with dental anxiety and dental phobia. Though it may sound impossible, sedation […]
How Much Do You Know About Gum Disease?
Gum disease is one of the leading causes of tooth loss in adult Americans, but it’s a preventable disease. With that in mind, Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH presents a short quiz to test your gum disease knowledge. 1. Which of the following are risk factors for gum disease? a. Pregnancy b. Overbite c. […]
5 Reasons To Schedule A Dental Cleaning Today
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
At Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH, we tell all of our patients we want to see them for a cleaning and checkup every six months. It’s the best way to maintain your dental health, but in this post we’ll get a little more specific. 1. Protect Your Gums It’s not only extreme dental caries […]
Why You Shouldn’t Dread Going To The Dentist
If you’re afraid of the dentist and have not had a check-up in years, this post from Vanguard Dental Group in Derry is for you. Good news! Dentistry is nothing like it was when you were a kid. Maintaining your dental health has never been easier or more comfortable. There Is No Reason to Avoid […]
3-Tooth Solution For A 1-Tooth Problem?
Do you have a missing tooth? Have you been researching your options for replacing it? At Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH, we can help with dental implants. For a missing tooth, there are two basic options available: a dental bridge or an implant. Dental bridges have replaced teeth for generations of men and women. […]
It Doesn’t Take A Lot Of Time To Beautify Your Smile, Derry
Are you a busy Derry resident who can’t find the time to improve your smile? At Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH, it may not take as long as you think. We can help restore missing, cracked, or discolored teeth, sometimes in just one visit. Ask us about dental implants. Dental implant patients have discovered […]
Oral Health For Derry Diabetics
Many our of Vanguard Dental Group patients with diabetes have dental health problems. However, gum disease, tooth loss, and periodontal disease are not unavoidable. Blood sugar is the complicating factor. Diabetics who control their blood sugar have lower rates of dental problems. In fact, many dentists have noticed no increased risk of dental disease among […]
