Farmington Valley Dental Blog

Pop quiz! What is the best way to replace missing teeth? Is it with dentures? Implants? A bridge? If you answered implants, great job! These sturdy tooth replacements offer some significant advantages over other options. However, they might not be a fitting solution for everybody. That’s why it’s important to find out if you are a good candidate for dental implants in Farmington. If all of the following are true of you, then it’s very possible that this life-changing procedure is right for you.

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If you have missing teeth, one of the best investments you can make is replacing them with dental implants in Farmington. Missing teeth can already be embarrassing depending where they are in your smile and those empty spots can also wreak havoc on the rest of your natural teeth.

If you’re ready to invest in your oral health, get the most out of your dental implants with the help of this week’s blog post about dental implant maintenance.

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Everyone wants a movie-screen worthy smile, but not everyone has celebrity bank accounts. Your dentist understands that everyone wants to feel proud of their teeth and we don’t make it totally unaffordable to get them. In fact, you don’t have to waste money or time with convenient, one visit Zoom whitening in Farmington.

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When you smile at yourself in the mirror or see pictures of yourself, what do you think? Are you proud of your appearance, or you bothered by your small teeth and gummy smile? If you wish your smile was a little different than what it is, head to your cosmetic dentist to discuss your options. You might decide that porcelain veneers in Farmington are the right option for you.

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Everybody would like to have a big, beautiful smile, but if you have disproportionately small teeth, then they probably have a significant impact on your overall appearance. Small teeth can easily make you look several years older, or interestingly enough, possibly more childlike, throwing off the proportions of your entire face. Fortunately, there are a number of treatments you can get from a cosmetic dentist that can effectively enhance your teeth and improve your overall appearance. Which one would be right for your smile? It really all depends on your preferences, smile goals, budget, as well as the underlying reason for your small teeth. (more…)

Preparing healthy, balanced meals for your family can be exhausting. Sometimes, it’s all too easy to throw a few sugary snacks into your child’s lunch box and call it good. Unfortunately, not giving much thought to what you feed your child for their midday meal can eventually lead to devastating consequences for their health. It can also play a big role in tooth decay. To help keep your child’s smile happy and healthy, your family dentist in Farmington is eager to share some tips for putting together tooth-friendly lunches.

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Life is better with choices — like chocolate or vanilla, buttered popcorn or not, and black tie optional. When it comes to teeth whitening, your cosmetic dentist in Farmington knows there’s no shortage of options. Take a quick walk down the oral care aisle at the pharmacy and you’ll be inundated with a number of formulas claiming to brighten teeth in three, five, or seven days. But how well do these over-the-counter options work?

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Over time it’s natural for your teeth to lose a bit of their luster. This may affect your confidence and cause you to hide your smile. The good news is that whitening your teeth is a fast and cost effective way to return your smile to its old glory and bring back its brightness, and Dr. Thomas G. Peters, your cosmetic dentist in Farmington can help!

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You’re ready for that next promotion! The only thing holding you back is the fact that you’re stressed about giving that big presentation in front of the new clients. You always worry about someone noticing that your teeth are stained and chipped. Did you know that veneers in Farmington might be the solution you’ve been looking for? Porcelain veneers can deliver a smile that will boost your confidence and get you to the next level in your career, and Farmington Valley Dental can help!

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