Did you know that dental X-rays play a crucial role in diagnostics and disease prevention? Very much like mammograms and standardized blood tests in general healthcare, these imaging tools enable early detection of oral health issues, such as cavities, gum disease, and even tumors, which may not be visible during a routine dental exam. Early… Read More
While we all know that visiting the dentist is essential to maintaining both oral and overall health, many people still find reasons to avoid a visit. Here are five of the most common reasons people avoid the dentist and how TDA can help you overcome them for better oral and overall health: 1. “I’m afraid… Read More
Recently, Dr. Nahata sat down with one of his patients to talk about why the patient had delayed getting the dental care he needed. His first reason may sound familiar: This patient had been seeing the same dentist for many years. Whenever the patient saw that dentist for an appointment, the first thing that the… Read More
Get the Most Out of Your Dental Benefits in 2024 The start of the new year is a great time to renew your commitment to your dental health! One way to fulfill this commitment is by maximizing your 2024 dental benefits! Because the benefits from most dental insurance plans do not carry over from year… Read More
While a good home oral care routine is the first step in protecting the health of your smile, scheduling recommended dental hygiene appointments is equally important! Here’s what to expect when you come into Tewksbury Dental Associates for a regular dental hygiene appointment: Wellness Scan: The first thing that your hygienist will do when you… Read More
The American Dental Association has named February as Children’s Dental Health Month! This annual recognition of the importance of children’s dental health is a great opportunity to think about what you can do to keep you children’s teeth looking and feeling their best! Here are some the ADA’s suggestions for what you can do to… Read More
Diagnosing and treating obstructed airways is one of the most rapidly emerging areas of dentistry. At TDA, we regularly diagnose and treat airway issues in adults. We evaluate patients for airway issues at every regular oral care visit and treatment of sleep apnea caused by an obstructed airway has become the standard of care in… Read More
April is National Oral Cancer Awareness Month and this year we really want to make an extra effort to be sure our patients are educated and informed about this often overlooked type of cancer. Did you know 30,000 Americans contract oral cancer each year? Because this cancer frequently goes undetected, only 57% of these people… Read More
Many people are unaware of the close connection between their dental health, and their overall health and wellness. Our hygienists will be recommending an annual Wellness Scan at your next TDA hygiene appointment. The iTero scanner is a digital tool we use in our practice to create 3- dimensional, comprehensive models of your teeth, gum… Read More
