Although your oral health often depends on a full smile, there are times when a tooth extraction may be needed. However, the sooner you can heal after a tooth extraction, the sooner you can get back to improving your smile. In order to keep your oral health at its best, consider the following information about tooth extraction: - Follow your... read more »
Oral health is connected to so many things. Much of what goes on in our bodies is connected to our oral health, and the condition of your mouth, teeth and gums can be an indicator or other health issues. With so much riding on your oral health, the prospect of taking care of your mouth may seem a little daunting.... read more »
Dental fillings are bonded very securely to the surrounding tooth enamel. This gives them the strength to endure the rigors of chewing food each day. Unfortunately, it is possible for poor oral hygiene practices to weaken the dental filling’s connection. In time, it could even allow the natural bacteria in your mouth to invade the seam between the dental filling... read more »
Do you know that dental veneers popularity has swept the nation and growing because of the wave of success it has had in recent years? Here at Scott Thompson, DMD in Essex Junction, Vermont, our professional team is happy to give you the information on dental veneers, so you understand how dental veneers can help you and why they have... read more »
Did you know that sugarless gum can protect your tooth enamel? If you are looking for alternative dental instruments that can be used to help keep your mouth fresh and your teeth clean, you may want to consider sugarless chewing gum. Sugarless gum can be used after meals when brushing your teeth can be injurious to your smile due to... read more »
A white smile can help boost self-confidence and be a part of making a great first impression. When unsightly stains set onto the teeth in your smile, it can hamper your social life and potential business interactions. There are any number of things that can cause stains to develop on your smile. It could be the result of the aging... read more »
Do you currently have problems with your smile that a dental crown can fix? At Scott Thompson, DMD, Dr. J. Scott Thompson, DMD has helped patients in the Essex Junction, Vermont area solve many smile problems with the help of a dental crown restoration. Let’s take a quick look at just a few ways your smile may benefit from a... read more »
Your gums are sensitive oral tissues that can become severely irritated. When they’re irritated, they usually bleed. This is an inconvenient occurrence that many people choose to ignore. If this is something you tend to do, it’s time to change your ways. Usually, bigger dental issues and poor habits cause bloody gums, which means you need to identify the underlying... read more »
Did you know cavities can grow and spread? Well, it’s true. This is why Dr. Scott Thompson and Dr. Erica Grayson DiGuglielmo strongly encourage you to get a cavity treated as soon as you notice it. That way your dentist can repair your tooth with a simple dental filling. For your convenience, our dental team offers two different dental fillings... read more »
You may know that there are a number of things you should do if you’re interested in keeping your teeth clean. As you may know, brushing and flossing can help you clean your teeth and help you avoid bad breath. However, did you know that brushing your tongue is another option you can consider?     While brushing your tongue isn’t... read more »