Dentist in the Seaport District Says: Protect Your Teeth at Work

May 31, 2019

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Smiling BusinessmanYou’ve got an important presentation to make at the meeting this afternoon, and you’re nervous. Maybe one of those peppermints in the break room can help you steady your nerves. You put one in your mouth, start chewing without thinking, and crack – you just broke a tooth, and the severe pain tells you that you’re going to have to miss your meeting to see your emergency dentist in the Seaport District. A dental emergency can strike at any time, even at work; here’s how you can better protect your pearly whites on the job.

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Are Strokes and Gum Disease Linked? Ask a Downtown Boston Dentist

May 7, 2019

Filed under: Uncategorized — devonshiredental @ 10:11 am

Illustration of the stages of gum diseaseDid you know that almost 800,000 people a year suffer a stroke? Although this is a sobering statistic, there are ways you can reduce your risk, including some that may surprise you! Research shows that good habits like seeing a downtown Boston dentist for checkups and regularly flossing are more important than ever to keep your mouth and body healthy. And since May is National Stroke Awareness Month, it’s a great time to learn about the connection between your oral health and your risk of stroke. Find out more below!

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