EAST LONGMEADOW, NORTHAMPTON AND PIONEER VALLEY, MASSACHUSETTS – October is National Dental Hygiene Month, a monthlong event organized by the American Dental Hygienists’ Association.

The theme this year focuses on healthy habits for a healthy smile. Dr. Vincent J. Mariano and the dentists at EMA Dental, a multi-doctor Pioneer Valley dentistryoffice, are celebrating by acknowledging their amazing team of registered dental hygienists who have a combined 95 years of dental hygiene experience that enables them to provide services of the highest level to our patients.

“The doctors and hygienists are also happy to announce that our hygienists are now providing BOOST whitening services to their patients,” says Dr. Mariano. “BOOST is our newest whitening technique, and it is a great introductory procedure or a great touch-up option for those who have whitened in the past.”

The fact that it can be done by any of our hygienists or whitening specialists in just about an hour makes it a convenient and efficient option. In recognition of National Dental Hygiene Month, here are a few tips to keeping your mouth healthy.

Visit Dentist Regularly- Visiting your family general dentist routinely can help prevent serious dental issues, such as gum disease, cavities or tooth loss. Brush- Brushing twice a day is critical to maintaining a healthy smile, says Dr. Lisa Emirzian, an extreme makeover specialist.
Floss- Flossing can remove plaque and food debris from places a toothbrush cannot reach. Daily flossing is recommended for the prevention of tooth decay and gum disease.

Mouthwash- Rinsing your mouth is another important step in the prevention of gingivitis. Antiseptic mouthwash can kill germs that brushing leaves behind.
You can incorporate these simple hygiene tips into any busy schedule to maintain good oral health. The result is a beautiful healthy smile.

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EAST LONGMEADOW AND NORTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS – Periodontal disease not only affects your mouth, it can threaten your overall health, as well.
Increased risk of heart attacks, delivering preterm babies, and difficulty keeping blood sugar levels under control in those with diabetes are a few of the possible health complications associated with gum disease. Studies have shown that 80 percent of adults currently have a form of gum disease, according to the Colgate website.

“The longer you keep plaque on your teeth, the more harmful it can become,” says a Northampton MA dentist Dr. Vincent J. Mariano. “This bacterium causes an inflammation called gingivitis, where the gums become swollen and bleed easily.”

The dentists at EMA Dental, a Northampton, MA cosmetic dentist and multi-service provider, agree that oral hygiene is key to preventing extensive restorative procedures.Dr. Mariano, a dental implants expert, explains a few tips to help prevent gum disease.

• Brush At Least Twice a Day- Brushing thoroughly removes plaque and tartar from surface areas before it can harden. Using a fluoride toothpaste can help prevent decay, as well.
• Floss Daily- This is the only way to remove plaque from surfaces the toothbrush can’t reach.
• Mouthwash- Antiseptic mouthwash can get rid of the hidden bacteria in the mouth.
• Eat A Well-Balanced Diet- “Be smart about your meal choices; you can’t go wrong with fruits and vegetables,” says Dr. Mariano.
• Visit Your Dentist Regularly- Routine check-ups and professional cleanings will keep you a step ahead in the fight against gum disease. A dentist can intervene if you have any signs of periodontal disease, such as: bad breath, swollen gums, loose teeth or sensitive teeth.

Keeping up with your routine appointments and following proper hygiene protocol can help the fight against gum disease. You can even consider teeth whitening, acosmetic dentistry service we provide in office, to add to your beautiful healthy smile.

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Northampton, MA – Northampton dentists Dr. Lisa Emirzian and Dr. Vincent Mariano from EMA Dental warn people not to delay dental visits.
Although economic uncertainties may mean people want to avoid the expense of dentistry, not visiting the dentist can have serious health consequences.
“You may be concerned about your family’s expenses. However, regular visits to your dentist are one thing you shouldn’t cut back on,” says Dr. Emirzian, a Northampton dentist.  Finding reasons not to devote time and money to a dental visit is very easy. But that is only short-term thinking. If the dentist can find a trouble spot while it’s still in the early stages, it is simpler and far cheaper to treat than if it’s discovered later.
Prevention is the primary key to lifelong dental health. Many serious conditions can be avoided or treated if they are discovered early on in the process. “In the early stages, oral cancer, decay, abscesses, gum infections, tooth wear, and enamel erosion are all more easily and successfully treated,” explains Northampton dental implants provider Dr. Mariano.

Untreated, many dental problems can grow more serious and more expensive to correct. For instance, a small cavity that is not treated can expand and spread to the tooth’s nerve, where it will lead to an infection or abscess. It is only at this point that the patient experiences pain and realizes there’s a problem.

Instead of a simple filling, you now need more extensive and expensive treatment to address the issue.  However, the cost of a root canal can be avoided if the decay is removed before it gets to the tooth’s nerve.  “Don’t wait until something causes pain,” warns Dr. Emirzian, awho also is a tooth whitening provider. “If you’re feeling pain, the problem is probably already serious and more difficult to treat.”

The Northampton family dentistry provider also observes that a healthy mouth is key to a healthy body.  Infections that start in the mouth can spread anywhere else in your body. Researchers have also found links between gum disease and other health conditions, including: high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, arthritis, premature births and many more. Often, a patient’s dentist is the first health professional to note alterations in his or her physical condition. Dental visits can also help detect acid reflux and gastroenterological diseases, some auto-immune disorders, liver diseases and other conditions.
“Regular dental visits can help detect and avoid many health conditions,” says Dr. Emirzian, an extreme makeover specialist. “But we can’t help if the patients don’t visit.”

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East Longmeadow, MA – Dr. Lisa Emirzian, an Amherst general dentist at EMA Dental, is offering the Invisalign system of invisible braces to the practice’s patients.
“Invisalign is very different from traditional braces,” explains Dr. Emirzian, acosmetic dentistry practitioner. “And it offers a number of advantages.”

Invisalign uses a series of custom-made clear plastic aligners to move teeth gradually and gently over time. There are no brackets or wires. At the start of the process, impressions are taken and then customized aligners are made. Every two weeks, the patient swaps an old aligner for a new one. Little by little the teeth move, giving you the smile you’ve always wanted.One advantage Invisalign offers is that the aligners are removable. Patients can take them out to eat, drink or brush.  Because they only need to be worn around 20-22 hours a day, you can also remove them for special occasions.  The ability to remove the aligners is a particular advantage when it comes to brushing your teeth.

“Traditional braces can make it hard to keep teeth clean,” notes Dr. Emirzian, theAmherst dentist. “When you can remove the aligners, you can brush your teeth normally. So you’re much less likely to experience cavities or other problems when the treatment is finished.”

The Invisalign system is very sophisticated. “Many patients believe that the system only works for correcting fairly minor orthodontic problems,” observes Dr. Emirzian, who also is a dental implants provider. “However, an experienced Invisalign dentist can use the system to correct malocclusions, crowding, open bites or spacing and rotation issues.”

“Our patients have remarked on how comfortable Invisalign is and how easy it is to use,” notes Dr. Emirzian. “They can have the smile they’ve been looking for without living with a mouthful of metal braces. They’re thrilled.”

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Springfield, MA – EMA Dental, a Springfield MA dentist office, proudly provides our patients with all-ceramic crowns for the finest aesthetic outcomes possible.
“A new standard in cosmetic dentistry has been created by all-ceramic crowns,”says Dr. Lisa Emirzian, our Springfield, MA dental implants provider. “Our patients are very pleased with the appearance and feel of the crowns.”

Crowns are used to encase the part of the tooth that shows above the gumline. “We use them for a number of reasons, such as: shielding a weak tooth, repairing a broken tooth, protecting and supporting a tooth with a large filling, or obscuring misshaped or badly discolored teeth,” explains Emirzian, a Springfield, MA general dentist.
All-ceramic crowns provide one huge benefit compared to traditional metal-ceramic crowns: they allow more light transmission through the tooth’s body. This creates a far more natural appearance, so the crown will resemble a more natural tooth. All-ceramic restorations also require that we remove less of the natural tooth’s structure. They stay in position through micromechanical and chemical bonding. “All-ceramic crowns are the best aesthetic choice, but they aren’t the right option for every person in every situation,” notes Emirzian, a Springfield, MATeeth Whitening specialist. “They are only one of the different choices available.”

Depending on the tooth’s position in the mouth and the patient’s intra-oral forces, various types of crowns are the best choice for functional and aesthetic reasons. For example, when patients clench or grind their teeth excessively, all-metal crowns run less risk of fracturing. Or, if the tooth has little or no enamel left, it may not provide enough surface area for adhesive bonding to the ceramic crown. Our Amherst dentists can give you advice about which kind of crown is right for you.

“At EMA, we offer state-of-the-art ceramic crowns,” observes Emirzian, a Springfield, MA Invisalign provider. “We can obtain the best cosmetic results without using metal. Additionally, we can treat your functional dental issues while addressing aesthetic considerations. Our patients really appreciate the results.”

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