Your oral health needs change as you get older, with the risk of gum (periodontal) disease especially rising for adults past the age of 35 and then again after 55. In fact, the majority of older adults have gum disease to some extent. This condition can have serious consequences for oral and overall health, which makes its prevention/maintenance a significant goal. Keep reading to learn what you need to know about gum disease in Belmont. 

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Are your teeth failing you? A smile that is on its last leg may have several decayed, broken, or weak and worn down teeth. But, even in the worst cases, all hope may not be lost thanks to advances in implant dentistry. Many patients are still eligible for smile reconstruction with dental implants in Boston. Keep reading to learn more about what it takes to be a candidate for this option — and why it’s great news if you are.

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