Attention patients of Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH: brushing twice daily may help decrease your risk of heart disease. Scientists, dentists, and cardiologists have known for many years that there is a link between inflammation in the mouth (gum disease) and heart problems, However, a recent study studied oral health habits and heart disease […]
Family dentistry
It’s Better To Prevent A Cavity Than Fill One
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
At Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH, the dental health of our patients is always our top priority. We want to stop tooth decay before it even gets started. The goal of preventative dentistry is to maintain dental health so that no restorative dental work ever becomes needed. In other words, preventing cavities, gum disease, […]
Should I Get An Implant Immediately After A Tooth Extraction?
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 […]
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 […]
Are You At Risk For Bone Recession?
Categories: Dental Implants, Family dentistry
This post from Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH concerns your jaw bone. We all know that a healthy smile requires decay-free teeth and healthy gums, but how often do we appreciate our jaw bone? Our teeth need a strong firm foundation to remain healthy. Occasionally, a patient experiences bone recession in their jaw which […]
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 […]
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 […]
Dental Sealants – Another Tool For Cavity Prevention
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
Regular brushing and flossing is essential for good dental health. But the bristles of your toothbrush can’t reach into every small groove and depression in your teeth, especially the really bumpy back teeth. That’s where sealants provided by Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH can be invaluable. Dental sealants are a plastic material that is applied […]
Smile Makeovers: First Things First
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Family dentistry
In this post from Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH, we focus on something that happens occasionally when a patient requests cosmetic dentistry. Let us set the stage. The patient comes in for a consultation about a smile makeover. We’ll call him Mr. Jones. We listen carefully as he explains the aesthetic problems that he […]
