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Preventive Dentistry 101: The Importance of Dental Checkups

January 10, 2015

Do you take your dental health seriously? Many patients choose to skip their regular dental checkups because they don’t have any pain or discomfort in their teeth. This causes them to only see a dentist for dental emergencies. However, this is a risky and costly approach to dental care. Making a commitment to good dental health means that you take your preventive dentistry appointments seriously by keeping them. A typical dental checkup and dental cleaning appointment is quick and easy. Dr. Giamberardino will carefully and gently inspect the condition of your mouth, teeth and gums, looking for any signs of gum disease, loose or broken teeth, or damaged tooth fillings or decay. He will also examine your head and neck, your bite, and the movement of your jaw. Your teeth will then be thoroughly cleaned, polished, and flossed, leaving them fresh and sparkling. Skipping these preventive dentistry appointments will only put you at greater risk for more invasive and costly procedures in the future. To avoid this all too common pitfall, make an appointment with Giamberardino Dental Care for your preventive dentistry checkup today. Dr. Giamberardino is a trusted family dentist, now proudly serving patients throughout Medford, MA, Winchester, Somerville, Malden, Everett, and the surrounding communities.

What Is Preventive Dentistry?

Preventive dentistry is proactive dental care. Dr. Giamberardino can stop dental problems before they start. Your teeth will be checked for early signs of decay, faulty fillings, cracks, and wear. The gums will be checked for signs of gum disease, and your bones, cheeks, tongue, palate and other parts of the mouth and face will also be examined for any unusual swellings or surface changes.

Why Is Preventive Dentistry So Important?

The benefits of maintaining your smile are plenty. Healthy teeth will boost your confidence and improve your overall health and well-being. A regular preventive dentistry check-up allows Dr. Giamberardino to keep your mouth healthy. Leaving problems untreated only makes them more difficult to treat in the future, so it’s best to deal with them early, or prevent them altogether. Bacteria from untreated gum disease can actually spread infection to other parts of your body. Some non-dental conditions have symptoms that appear in the mouth early on. A regular preventive dentistry examination can reveal signs of vitamin insufficiencies, osteoporosis, and more serious conditions such as diabetes and oral cancer. Regular dental checkups are also good for your pocketbook too. Identifying and treating minor problems like dental cavities early on, can spare you the time and expense of more complicated restorative dentistry procedures such as a tooth extractions and root canal therapy in the future.

Medford Preventive Dentistry Appointments for the Whole Family

Be proactive with your dental health. Make an appointment with Giamberardino Dental Care for your preventive dentistry needs today. Giamberardino Dental Care can help you fight off costly dental problems. Dr. Giamberardino is a trusted family dentist, conveniently located in the heart of Medford, MA, proudly serving patients throughout Winchester, Somerville, Malden, Everett, and nearby areas.

Transform Your Smile in 2015 with Porcelain Veneers from Giamberardino Dental Care

December 24, 2014

453321315 Is a more confident smile on your list of New Year’s resolutions? If you’re finally ready to fix the problems with your smile, this is the perfect time to consider cosmetic treatment with porcelain veneers from Dr. Giamberardino. You can say goodbye to your smile flaws when you opt for porcelain veneers from Giamberardino Dental Care. Porcelain veneers are a quick, easy, and permanent solution for severe discoloration, large gaps, chips, cracks, and misshapen teeth. Porcelain delivers are a high quality and long lasting cosmetic solution. You can make your porcelain veneers consultation appointment with Dr. Giamberardino today. Dr. Giamberardino is a highly qualified cosmetic dentist. Giamberardino Dental Care proudly restores smiles daily throughout Medford, MA, Winchester, Somerville, Malden, Everett, and nearby areas.

What are Porcelain Veneers?

Porcelain veneers are thin shells of porcelain bonded to the front of your teeth. A minimal amount of dental enamel is removed for the veneers to look natural. Porcelain veneers can closely imitate the translucent appearance of your natural tooth enamel, and can usually be completed in just two visits.

Are Porcelain Veneers Right For You?

Porcelain veneers can easily fix many cosmetic problems including:

Staining and discoloration that doesn’t respond to teeth whitening solutions
Chips and cracks
Gaps
Crooked teeth
Misshapen teeth
Worn teeth
Uneven teeth

Porcelain Veneers Appointments in Medford, MA

With proper care, porcelain veneers can last well over ten years. If you’re fed up with your smile flaws, you can start the New Year off with a dazzling new smile from Giamberardino Dental Care. Dr. Giamberardino’s porcelain veneers can quickly fix many small cosmetic imperfections at the same time. Just make an appointment with Dr. Giamberardino today to transform your smile. Dr. Giamberardino is a compassionate and experienced family, restorative, and cosmetic dentist. Giamberardino Dental Care proudly transforms smiles throughout Medford, MA, Winchester, Somerville, Malden, Everett, and the surrounding communities.

Holiday Dental Care Advice from Giamberardino Dental Care

November 24, 2014

148323489 Four course meals, delicious desserts and fine wines make this an especially indulgent time of year for most Americans. We all deserve a chance to enjoy our favorite foods with our family and friends during the holidays. However, this shouldn’t be an excuse to neglect our oral health. Don’t abandon your teeth this holiday season. No one wants to start off the New Year with a toothache. Incorporate our easy mouth healthy suggestions this season and then make an appointment with Dr. Giamberardino for your holiday dental care check –up. Dr. Giamberardino is an experienced and trusted family dentist specializing in preventative dental care. Giamberardino Dental Care proudly serves families throughout Medford, MA, Winchester, Somerville, Malden, Everett, and surrounding communities.

Five Easy Holiday Dental Care Tips

Be Prepared– If you go to a holiday gathering or take a trip, remember to pack a spare toothbrush, toothpaste and some floss so that you don’t have to skimp on your oral hygiene routine.
Make Healthy Choices– Make a choice to avoid over indulging in sugary foods and drinks. Plan to fill up on healthy foods first.
Chew Gum- Keep a pack of sugar-less gum handy. The Xylitol found in sugar-less gum has been shown to help prevent cavities and tooth decay.
Got Dairy?-Low fat dairy products like milk and cheese contain tooth fortifying calcium. Milk also helps to wash away sugary residue and bacteria.
Get Dental Care You Need Now– It’s easy to put off or neglect one’s dental care because of the holidays. The extra sugar we consume over this time of year can exacerbate existing dental issues and wreak havoc for your teeth and gums in the New Year. Don’t put off needed holiday dental care.

Holiday Dental Care Appointments in Medford, MA

Taking good care of your teeth is a year round responsibility. Make sure you pay extra attention to protecting your teeth during the holidays, when they can be most vulnerable. Be proactive and make an appointment with Giamberardino Dental Care for your holiday dental care needs. Dr. Giamberardino will help you and your family stay healthy throughout the holiday season. Dr. Giamberardino is a trusted dental care provider conveniently located in Medford, MA, serving patients from Winchester, Somerville, Malden, Everett, and nearby cities.

Digital Dentistry: How Tech Savvy is Your Dentist?

October 24, 2014

462403639 Technology is changing the way we receive dental care. If you still see a dentist that uses a black-and-white film x-ray to diagnose your dental treatment, then you probably don’t have a tech savvy dentist. Intraoral Digital Radiography and Digital Imaging have replaced the black and white x-rays of yesterday. Not only does digital dentistry make your dental visit faster and more efficient, it dramatically reduces radiation exposure. With the crystal clear images produced by this new technology you are empowered to make more informed treatment decisions. Your dentist is able to see things easier and clearer allowing them to make better decisions for your care as well. Giamberardino Dental Care is a tech savvy dental practice. Make an appointment with Dr. Giamberardino today for better care, a better experience and a better treatment outcome. Dr. Giamberardino and his team at proudly serve patients in Medford, MA, Winchester, Somerville, Malden, Everett, and surrounding communities.

Digital Dentistry: Schick 33
The new Schick 33 digital radiography system has revolutionized the dental industry. The Schick 33 intraoral digital sensor provides unprecedented clarity and detail which helps your dentist in the diagnoses and treatment of cavities, gum disease and other oral health problems. This new digital dentistry tool features amazing diagnostic quality images that can be customized to fit your individual diagnostic needs like general, endodontic, restorative or periodontics. The dentist can use the image enhancer to manipulate image sharpness for a comprehensive oral examination.

Digital Dentistry: CEREC Crowns

Digital dentistry isn’t just for diagnosing your care; it can also make restorative treatment faster and more efficient. If you have ever had a tooth crowned in the past, you know that the process took two visits. Back then your dentist had to take a mold impression of your teeth, send it to a lab to be fabricated, and then it was placed at a second visit. Today, with the CEREC Crown system, your dentist can craft your custom crown right in the office during your visit. A digital impression of your tooth is taken, which the dentist uses to design, mold and place your new crown, in a fraction of the time it used to take.

Digital Dentistry in Medford, MA

To get the best care possible you need to make sure that your dentist has the latest tools and technology and follows the best digital dentistry practices available. Digital Radiography helps your dentist clearly communicate treatment decisions. If you are looking for a progressive dentistry that is invested in patient health, look no further than Giamberardino Dental Care. Contact Dr. Giamberardino today for your next appointment. Dr. Giamberardino is now proudly serving the communities of Medford, MA, Winchester, Somerville, Malden, Everett and nearby areas.

Making a Dentist Appointment Today Can Save Your Life Tomorrow: Oral Cancer Screenings

October 10, 2014

working d If you are over forty, you probably make it a point to see your doctor regularly for breast or prostate cancer screenings. Yet most people don’t make a point to see their dentist for regular dental checkups. This oversight can be a costly mistake to your good health. Oral cancer screenings are just as important as other cancer screenings and are a routine part of a regular dental examination. Often, there is no pain associated with oral cancer development, therefore it can progress without detection if you avoid seeing the dentist. The good news is that oral cancer can be effectively treated if it is caught early enough. Don’t let a fear of dental care keep you from getting the oral cancer screening you need. Make an appointment with Dr. Giamberardino today. Dr. Giamberardino and his team proudly serve patients in Medford, MA, Winchester, Somerville, Malden, Everett, and surrounding communities.

You May Be At High Risk for Oral Cancer If:

You use any tobacco or alcohol products.
You have an HPV Infection (infection with the sexually transmitted human papillomavirus has been linked to 80% of oral cancer cases)
You are over the age of 40.
You enjoy a lot of sun exposure (cancer of the lips can be caused by sun exposure)
You have a poor diet (diets low in nutrients may play a role in oral cancer development)

Oral Cancer Symptoms:

A sore, irritation, lump or thick patch in your mouth, lip, or throat
A white or red patch inside the mouth
A constant feeling that something is caught in your throat
Difficulty chewing or swallowing normally
Difficulty moving your jaw or tongue
Numbness in any area of your mouth
Swelling of the jaw that causes dentures to become uncomfortable
Pain in one ear without hearing loss

Oral Cancer Screenings in Medford, MA

Life is unpredictable. While we may not be able to prevent some health issues from occurring, we can certainly do all we can to catch them at the earliest stages for treatment. Oral cancer can be treated successfully. Possible courses of treatment may include chemotherapy and surgery. Make an appointment with Dr. Giamberardino today for better care, a better experience and a better treatment outcome. Dr. Giamberardino and his team proudly serve patients in Medford, MA, Winchester, Somerville, Malden, Everett, and surrounding areas.

See how Dr. Giamberardino is helping to raise awareness for oral cancer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8GvmTT8X0AE

Tackle Your Halitosis Today!

September 24, 2014

493881585 One thing that everyone can agree on is that having bad breath is never attractive. When you are introducing yourself to someone new or reconnecting with old friends and family, you want to be able to enjoy their company instead of worrying how your breath smells. Bad breath, also known as halitosis, has the potential to deteriorate the way you feel about yourself, and can definitely affect the way you interact with others. Dr. Anthony Giamberardino wants his patients to know of the ways they can handle their halitosis by giving a small bit of information and advice.

Simple enough, one of the main reasons for halitosis is not properly taking care of your smile. Though we have been taught to brush and floss our teeth every day since we were little, many people may underestimate the true importance of doing so. When the bacteria in your mouth are able to remain stagnant and idle, they are left to multiply and take over your smile, ergo affecting the scent of your breath. By practicing proper oral care routines on a daily basis, you are able to eliminate a lot of the bacteria in your mouth, giving you a better chance of having fresh breath.

Another thing that you can do in order to keep your halitosis in check is visiting our office every six months for your dental checkup. By doing this, Dr. Giamberardino is able to look for any early signs of decay and other problems, allowing you to have a healthy smile which results in fresher breath. An antibacterial mouthwash is a wonderful way to kill the remaining bacteria in your smile, and getting one in a certain taste like spearmint or peppermint is sure to linger on your breath. If you are unsure if you are living with halitosis, a couple of signs are a constant bad taste you cannot get rid of and ongoing dry mouth. If you feel as though you are living with halitosis, keep these few tips in mind, and you are sure to be on your way to fresher breath.

Giamberardino Dental Care provides quality general and cosmetic dentistry from our Medford, MA dental office. We serve patients from Medford, Winchester, Somerville, Malden, Everett, and surrounding communities. Call us today to schedule your next appointment.

Full-Mouth Reconstruction with Dr. Giamberardino

September 10, 2014

459643747 When you have a lot of dental work that needs to be done, it can be a very overwhelming experience. What may have started out as needing a simple filling has turned into a mass of work, causing you to feel consumed with panic. Especially with our elderly patients, the combination of tooth loss, dental decay, gum decay, and other dental issues have really taken a toll on their smiles. If you feel as though your smile is in need of extreme attention, Dr. Anthony Giamberardino welcomes you and offers full-mouth reconstruction to his patients.

The wonderful thing about full-mouth reconstruction is the fact that multiple procedures get done, giving you a completely new smile. Everything from porcelain veneers and crown and bridgework to dentures and partials and dental implants are used to ensure that your smile is restored back to its dazzling condition. If you feel as though you will be overwhelmed with the process, there is no need to worry, as Dr. Giamberardino and our very talented and knowledgeable staff will be able to guide you through each and every process, explaining everything in detail.

The most important step in beginning your full-mouth reconstruction is a consultation with Dr. Giamberardino. During the consultation, he will be able to really look at your smile and determine what dental work needs to be done. There is no need for you to feel embarrassed for your smile; we strive to create an environment where our patients are comfortable at all times, and we do not make it our job to judge our patients’ smiles. We will also offer computer imaging, and that will be able to give you an idea as to what the end result of your dental work will look like! Everyone at Giamberardino Dental Care is here to make sure your smile is as healthy as possible, and we would love to be a part of that journey. Contact our office today for a complimentary consultation so you can get started!

Shine Bright with Teeth Whitening

August 20, 2014

178597379 Having a bright, dazzling smile is something that many people strive for. Over the years, normal wear and tear on our smiles plays a role in diminishing your smile’s luminescence. There are many people that consider a smile to be a first impression, and when you are not completely confident in your smile, it can have negative effects on the way you view yourself and the way you interact with others. If you feel as though you have to go through life having a dull smile, your worries can be put to rest because Dr. Anthony Giamberardino is able to give you the radiant smile you have always wanted using teeth whitening.

There are many reasons why a smile’s brightness could diminish over time. Certain medications, coffee, tea, wine, using tobacco-based products, and even genetics all play a role. If you have tried over the counter whitening products, you may have found that you get no change in your smile, or results that do not last. Dr. Giamberardino wants his patients to feel proud of their smile, and offering professional teeth whitening is definitely a way to accomplish that.

We offer a couple of options for our patients who wish to whiten their smiles. The first is at-home whitening. With this form of whitening, we will make impressions of your smile and have custom whitening trays made just for you. By doing this, we can ensure your results will be amazing. We will also be able to provide you with professional-grade whitening gel. All you have to do is fill the trays with the whitening gel, and wear them for an allotted amount of time each day. Over the course of one to two weeks, you will see the full, beautiful results!

Another option is porcelain veneers for those who find that bleaching their smiles do not deliver the results they want. Porcelain veneers are stain resistant, ensuring your smile is brilliant at all times. Also, porcelain veneers are able to cover any chips, misalignments, and cracks in your smile! If you would like to know how Dr. Giamberardino is able to make your smile shine again with teeth whitening, contact our office today!

What Kind of Teeth Do You Have?

August 6, 2014

103311379 Being well informed with anything in life is always beneficial. Whether you are doing research for an essay or looking at the pros and cons of a car you are wanting to buy, information is power when making decisions and knowing how certain things work. The same goes for your smile! Many people do not know the types of teeth they have or their functions, forgetting the significant role they play in our smiles. Dr. Anthony Giamberardino wants his patients to be as well-informed as possible when it comes to their smile, even when it comes to the functions of their teeth.

One type of tooth that you have are your incisors. They are the eight teeth that are toward the front and center of your mouth, and you use them when you take a bite of food. Your canines make their appearance between sixteen and twenty months of age. Because they are the sharpest teeth in your smile, they are usually used to tear your food apart to make consumption easier.

Our premolars are responsible for chewing and grinding our food, and you have four on either side of your mouth. The premolars typically appear when you are around the ages of ten and eleven. The types of teeth that appear between twelve and fifteen months of age are our molars, and those are also used for chewing and grinding our food. Our wisdom teeth, also known as our third molars, are the last to develop, showing up around eighteen to twenty years of age. Some never develop their wisdom teeth, which is beneficial to their overall smile because it eliminates crowding.

Being informed on your teeth and their role in your smile are excellent in realizing the true power of your smile and appreciating all of the hard work they do!

Crowns Made Easy Thanks To CEREC

July 22, 2014

shutterstock_153698357 There is no doubt that we live in an era where we want things done as quickly and as simply as possible. It seems as though no matter what it is, many people want to accomplish tasks with as little complication and in the shortest amount of time. In the world of dentistry, it is no different. Many people would like a quick fix to their smile, whether it is whitening their teeth, straightening them, or even getting a routine cleaning done. Luckily, one thing that Dr. Anthony Giamberardino can give you quickly and easily is a new crown! With the help of CEREC, we are able to give our patients reliable, beautiful crowns all in a single appointment.

The process of getting your new crown starts by preparing your natural tooth. A scanner then examines your prepared tooth, as well as the surrounding area, and sends the information it has accumulated to a computer. Once the computer interprets the information, it displays a picture of your new crown. The computer communicates with our in-office milling machine, and it goes to work. Your CEREC crown is then etched from a single porcelain block, the porcelain matching your tooth color exactly. The machine makes your crown in between 10 to 20 minutes, and once your crown is finished, it is made permanent onto your prepared tooth. After everything is finished, you are left with a beautifully restored smile you can be proud of.

One of the advantages of CEREC is that the crown is metal and mercury free, giving you a natural look to your smile. With metal fillings, the toxins in the metal can spread throughout your entire body, which is never a good thing to have happen. Another benefit to CEREC crowns is that deliver more durability than traditional crowns, making them perfect for teeth located in the back of the mouth. No impressions are needed for CEREC crowns, getting rid of the mess and discomfort normally associated with having to have a crown made. If you feel as though Dr. Giamberardino and CEREC are able to benefit you and your smile, make an appointment with our office today, and we’d love to help!