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Canal Side Family Dental Blog

Why Does My Jaw Hurt on Only One Side?

August 11, 2022

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Woman visiting medical professional for jaw pain on one side

If you are experiencing jaw pain on one side in Buzzards Bay, you may be alarmed. Fortunately, this problem usually does not indicate any life-threatening medical condition. However, it can point to the need to seek emergency dental care. This blog post discusses some common reasons for jaw pain that occurs on only one side.

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Understanding the Importance of Temporary Veneers

June 20, 2022

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Woman’s beautiful smile after temporary veneers in Buzzards Bay

Are you considering veneers as a way to hide your smile’s aesthetic imperfections and achieve the look you have always wanted? Certainly, they are a wonderful cosmetic option that can provide you with a decade or longer of gorgeous results. Before you begin to enjoy their long-term benefits, though, you will need to wear temporary veneers for a while. This blog post discusses why temporary veneers are an essential part of the treatment process.

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Brighten Your Smile This Summer with FREE Teeth Whitening

May 17, 2022

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Woman with bright smile after using free teeth whitening kit

Nearly everyone wants a brighter smile. Unfortunately, however, over-the-counter teeth whitening products are often moderately effective at best, and professional bleaching services cost hundreds of dollars — most of the time. Right now, though, you can join our practice as a new patient and get a FREE teeth whitening kit. Read on below to learn more about this special, limited-time offer.

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Can Invisalign Correct TMJ Disorder?

August 19, 2021

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Happy young woman in process of fixing TMJ with Invisalign

TMJ disorder, often called TMD or even just TMJ, is a complex condition that affects the jaw joint. It can cause a whole slew of symptoms, including painful chewing, headaches, neckaches, temporary hearing loss, and more. If you are struggling with this condition, you may wonder what your treatment options are. Well, the best treatment varies from case to case. However, in some instances, fixing TMJ with Invisalign is possible. This blog post discusses how clear aligners may be able to relieve your pain and improve your jaw health.

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Should You Sleep with Your Pet if You Have Sleep Apnea?

May 10, 2021

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Cuddling with dog, wondering about pets and sleep apnea

A survey by the American Veterinary Medical Association found that roughly one-third of homes in the U.S. have a dog, while about one-quarter have a cat. There is no doubt that, as a culture, we place a high value on our furry companions! Many people even invite their pet into their bedroom at night, and it is common for them to share the same bed. If you choose to sleep with your four-legged friend, you should be aware of how their presence might be affecting the quality and quantity of your rest. In this article, we will discuss some advantages of sleeping with your pet, as well as the possible negative relationship between pets and sleep apnea.

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How Sleep Apnea Can Affect Your Pregnancy

March 25, 2021

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Sleeping peacefully thanks to treatment for sleep apnea during pregnancy

If you are an expecting mother, you may be tired quite often. Part of the reason behind pregnancy fatigue is fluctuations in hormones. For some women, however, there is another factor at play: sleep apnea. Sleep apnea during pregnancy near Bourne is a disorder that can adversely affect the well-being of both mothers and their babies. In this blog post, we will discuss how sleep apnea may affect you and your child, how you can recognize its signs and symptoms, and what you can do to address the problem.

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5 Ways to Maximize Your 2020 Dental Benefits

October 1, 2020

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Appointment on calendar to maximize dental insurance benefits

Do you have dental insurance? Many people use their policy as a backup plan in case they ever face an urgent oral health situation. However, that approach to insurance actually deprives you of the opportunity to get the greatest value out of your coverage. How can you maximize your dental insurance benefits? A dentist in Buzzards Bay is here to discuss five useful tips.

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Want to Save Money on Straighter Teeth? Use These Offers!

August 16, 2020

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Braces at an Amazing Price

Family budgets are tighter than ever these days. We are here to help by making it more affordable than ever to get the dental care you need with our braces promotion. Have you thought about getting braces in the past but hesitated to move forward with the treatment due to concerns about price? Now, if you sign up for braces by November 13, we will make your first payment* for you and even waive the down payment.  

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How Your Dental Team Protects You During the COVID-19 Pandemic

June 29, 2020

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COVID-19 screening questionnaire, part of dental safety protocol

Even before the outbreak of COVID-19, your dental team took great care to ensure that your risk of contracting an infection in the dental office was next to nothing. Now, they have an even stricter dental safety protocol in place. In this post, you will learn about just a few of the steps they are taking to ensure that you can attend your appointments with confidence that you are entering a safe environment.

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Canal Side Family Dental is a 42 North Dental Care, PLLC practice and is owned and operated by dentists Dr. Samuel Shames, DDM. and Dr. Ronald Weissman, DDM. Gentle Dental is supported by 42 North Dental, LLC, a dental support organization that provides non-clinical administrative and business support services to the practice. 42 North Dental, LLC does not own or operate the dental practice or employ dentists to provide dental services. Find more information about 42 North Dental, LLC and the dental practices it supports at 42northdental.com.