The Main Reason for Lost Teeth
People often believe that tooth loss is caused by decay. It’s actually because of gum disease. And it can often be unnoticeable right up until there are lost teeth. Symptoms may include bleeding gums during brushing or loose teeth. If you’ve been advised you need gum surgery, you will be happy to know it’s possible to manage gum disease with a variety of non-surgical methods.
Jeffrey B. Kravitz, DDS, DICOI
417 Water Street
Wakefield, MA 01880
(781) 245-7714
WakefieldFamilyDentist.com
Our Youngest Patients – Children’s Dental Care
Dr. Kravitz works to make sure children feel at ease and enjoy themselves. You can be assured your child will receive the latest advances in children’s dentistry, delivered with thoughtfulness and compassion. We encourage good dental habits in children and enjoy teaching them how to succeed in the goal of a healthy smile. We look forward to meeting them for their first dental visit with us when they are three years old and watching them grow year after year.
One of our primary goals is making sure future generations of children grow up without fearing the dentist. According to the many happy parents we meet, we are doing just that! Our office is a relaxed atmosphere that children love to visit. Whether you have an active eight-year-old or a frightened three-year-old, we are here to help.
Jeffrey B. Kravitz, DDS, DICOI
417 Water Street
Wakefield, MA 01880
(781) 245-7714
WakefieldFamilyDentist.com
The Value of Hygiene Visits
A major reason to visit our office is to have your teeth cleaned by a professional hygienist. Plaque and tartar build up on teeth over time. Plaque is soft and sticky, but regular brushing can easily remove most of it. However, plaque hardens into tartar, which is beyond the abilities of a toothbrush and floss. Tartar accumulates below the gums as well as on the tooth surface. If plaque isn’t removed, you risk more serious problems with your oral health down the road. Because of the research that confirms a link between untreated gum disease and serious conditions like heart disease, stroke, and diabetes, having your teeth cleaned on a regular basis is one of the best things you can do to maintain health!
Jeffrey B. Kravitz, DDS, DICOI
417 Water Street
Wakefield, MA 01880
(781) 245-7714
WakefieldFamilyDentist.com
