Unique Dental of Putnam Blog

How to Have a Thanksgiving That’s Better for Your Teeth

October 3, 2024

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Family enjoying Thanksgiving dinner at the table

Everyone has their Thanksgiving favorites. Stuffing, pumpkin pie, cranberry sauce – and of course, turkey! – are just a few of the most popular dishes. But even if these staples are a crowd pleaser at your family’s dinner table, many of them can have some not-so-great effects on your teeth. Keep reading to learn how you can have a Thanksgiving that’s better for your smile.

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National Dental Hygiene Month: Must Be the Season of the…Teeth?

August 3, 2024

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Toothbrush leaning against a tube of toothpaste on aqua blue background

Ah, October. The perfect month for tricks, treats, and…dental hygiene? That’s right! Spooky season is just around the corner, and so is national dental hygiene month. If you think about it, it makes sense to pay special attention to your teeth during the same month you’ll be scarfing down chocolate and candy. Keep reading for some oral care tips that will help you get into the holiday spirit.

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Seasonal Straightening: Why Start Invisalign This Summer?

May 1, 2024

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Woman with brown hair outside smiling holding a clear aligner with two fingers

If you’re frustrated by a crooked smile, you’re not alone. A 2021 examination of orthodontics in the United States over the past decade revealed that each year, over 9 million people get treatment. Although braces have a long history of success, many people prefer more discrete methods, like Invisalign. Instead of metal brackets, this treatment uses clear plastic trays that fit gently over your teeth to reposition them.

However, many patients wanting a straighter grin worry that they don’t have the time to commit to dental appointments and caring for their orthodontics. Thankfully, summer is just around the corner, which is the perfect time to begin your Invisalign journey. Continue reading to learn 3 reasons why!

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