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Find Out Which Foods a Dentist Recommends For Gum Health!

March 2, 2018

Filed under: Uncategorized — drarakelian @ 12:16 am

Woman smiling, eating an appleDid you know that gum disease affects an estimated 65 million Americans? This common condition destroys the gum tissue and underlying bone that support the teeth. In addition to increasing the risk of tooth loss, researchers have found a link between gum disease and heart disease, stroke, Alzheimer’s, pregnancy complications, and some cancers.

So, what can you do? You already know that brushing and flossing can improve your gum health, but did you know there are some additions you can make to your diet that can help as well? It’s true! Keep reading to find out which dentist-recommended foods will do the trick!

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Is Invisalign Too Good To Be True? Get a Dentist’s Opinion

February 2, 2018

Filed under: Uncategorized — drarakelian @ 7:10 pm

Clear aligner tray As a child you may have been taught, “If something seems too good to be true, it probably is.” But while that surely applies most of the time there are always exceptions to every rule, and Invisalign is one of those exceptions! Initially, it may seem hard to believe that you can straighten your teeth invisibly, oftentimes faster and with less discomfort than with braces. But that’s exactly what this alternative to braces can do. If you’d like to know a bit more about how it works and whether you’d be a good candidate for it, this blog will cover those things and more.

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Take it from Your Dentist. Your Gum Health Truly Matters!

December 8, 2017

Filed under: Uncategorized — drarakelian @ 5:07 pm

woman smiling healthy pink gumsFirst things first! You are to be commended for the excellent brushing and flossing that you do at least twice a day. By performing these tasks daily you’ve joined an elite group of people, as only 50% of the population brush and floss their teeth daily. But, like everything else in life, there are levels to your oral care. Thus, the next summit for you to climb is that of excellent gum care. Learn why this is so important and how to go about it the right way.

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Your Cosmetic Dentist Lists Reasons Why You Should Smile

October 27, 2017

Filed under: Uncategorized — drarakelian @ 4:57 pm

woman smilingA smile is a universal gesture. When you meet other people for the first time, even if those people are from a culture completely different than your own, a warm smile can put everyone at ease. There is no one who doesn’t love a genuine grin! However, you might not know just how powerful your smile is. Your cosmetic dentist lists some reasons why you should show off your pearly whites more often.

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Conservative Bonding Can Transform Your Smile for the Better

October 11, 2017

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teeth with receded gumsThis blog is a follow up to a recent blog that a lot of folks were asking about.

We previously spoke about closing the “black triangles” that arise when teeth shift, gums recede and fillings wear out.

A patient recently came to our office for a second opinion regarding her upper teeth. Another dentist had recommended extracting all of them and making her a removable denture.

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Dental Implants are Everywhere

August 9, 2017

Filed under: Uncategorized — drarakelian @ 8:57 pm

Last time I shared a case involving some conservative bonding to close the “black triangles” caused by gum recession. These are relatively straightforward, and the patient sees immediate results.

Today I would like to demonstrate an implant case that is a bit more involved.

We had a patient referred to us by an oral surgeon who had treatment planned some implants in his upper jaw. The patient was concerned that when we were done, he would not show any upper teeth. His current teeth were barely visible with an exaggerated smile.

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Bring the Whole Family to See the Dentist in Haverhill

July 28, 2017

Filed under: Uncategorized — drarakelian @ 6:20 pm

Your family dentist in Haverhill provides comprehensive care. You and your family share so much already — why would you visit different dentists? There’s a team not far away who’s prepared to meet all your oral health needs with a personalized, friendly approach. Dr. Karl Arakelian is the family dentist Haverhill trusts with its smiles! We provide a full list of dental services and also offer a convenient membership savings plan to ensure you can comfortably afford our high quality care. Interested? Keep reading to find out more about your new dental home!

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What if my tooth or my kid’s tooth pops out?

May 1, 2017

Filed under: Uncategorized — drarakelian @ 9:39 pm

During Game 1 of the Celtics-Wizards game, Celtic guard, Isaiah Thomas, got elbowed in the mouth, and his front tooth went flying onto the Garden’s parquet floor.

At the conclusion of the play, he did exactly what he was supposed to do; he picked the front tooth up and had it re-placed by team medical personnel. However, the procedure didn’t last, because they were not able to stabilize the tooth. There was no time (or maybe no means available) during a playoff game. Post-game interviews showed him with one less front tooth.

The exact same thing happened to one of our patients last month.

I am the dentist of a local high school and treat mostly wisdom teeth and chipped teeth, but the Thursday night phone call challenged us.

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When should you take your child to the dentist?

April 26, 2017

Filed under: Uncategorized — drarakelian @ 3:40 pm

As we continue to meet new families in our practice, we are frequently asked, “When should I bring my kid to the dentist?”

We are a general dental practice which treats patients from 2-102. We actually  had a patient, Herb, years ago who had a functional dentition at age 102!  And we also are treating a family of 4 generations that has been coming to our Haverhill office for over 50 years.

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Silver or White Fillings; Which Should I Put In My Mouth?

March 2, 2017

Filed under: Uncategorized — drarakelian @ 9:35 pm

Silver or white? Metal or plastic? Mercury or bonded?

When a dentist offers you a choice to restore or fill your back teeth (either molars or premolars), you, the patient, must decide how to proceed.

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