Dental Health Blog

Tips, news, and patient education from our team.

Aug 14, 2017 · Oral Health

Dealing with the Reality of Increased Disease Risk with Braces

While wearing braces, maintain a rigorous oral hygiene routine to decrease the risk of gum disease. For orthodontics in Somerville & Medford, contact First Dental.

Aug 8, 2017 · Oral Health

Are You Keeping Good Oral Hygiene Habits?

Use these tips from First Dental to establish good oral hygiene habits, like brushing and flossing every day. Schedule your appointment now.

Aug 6, 2017 · Oral Health

Life Is Sometimes a Grind for Brooke Shields

Many people, including actress Brooke Shields, engage in teeth grinding, or bruxism. Get a custom nightguard at First Dental in Somerville & Medford, MA.

Jul 22, 2017 · Oral Health

A Pediatric Dentist Could be a Great Choice for Your Child’s Dental Care

Taking your child to a pediatric dentist is the best way to assure their oral health. Schedule an appointment with a First Dental pediatric dentist today.

Jul 7, 2017 · Dental Procedures

(Don’t) Break It Like Beckham

If you suffer a cracked or chipped tooth, cosmetic bonding is an effective solution to restore your apperance, available at First Dental.

Jun 22, 2017 · Dental Procedures

Your Child’s Impacted Front Teeth can be Saved – but Don’t Wait too Long

Impacted teeth are teeth that have not fully erupted from the gums. If your child's teeth become impacted, act quickly to save them by visiting First Dental.

Jun 16, 2017 · Dental Procedures

How Inlays and Onlays Work

Learn about inlays & onlays, a cosmetic dentistry procedure that will restore your teeth to perfect appearance, offered at First Dental in Somerville & Medford, MA.

Jun 7, 2017 · Oral Health

Giancarlo Stanton Gets Major-League Mouth Protection

After receiving a blow to the jaw from a fastball, MLB player Giancarlo Stanton received a custom-made mouthguard, a treatment available at First Dental.

May 23, 2017 · Dental Procedures

Lasers Could One Day be Commonplace for Treating Gum Disease

Methods for treating gum disease include scaling, root planing, and soon, laser technology. Learn more at First Dental in Somerville & Medford, MA. Call now!