Drs. Boyd's Blog

Although you might not think about your teeth and gums too much, your oral health has a major impact on your life. When your mouth is in good shape, you can smile with confidence, enjoy all of your favorite foods, and avoid the embarrassment of persistent bad breath. On the other hand, problems like gum disease and serious tooth decay can lead to pain, negative aesthetic consequences, and even systemic health problems. That’s why choosing the right person to oversee your oral health is so vital. Here, we’ve provided a few tips to help you find the best dentist in Midtown East.

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Past surveys have found that a smile is a person’s most attractive physical feature, even more so than their eyes, body, or hair. Indeed, a warm smile can boost your own mood and that of others. It can even make you seem younger and more approachable.  But exactly how can your cosmetic dentist in Midtown take your grin to the next level? Here is a look at some of the services we offer that have the power to make you love what you see in the mirror.

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The most romantic day of the year is right around the corner: Valentine’s day! You might be gearing up for this special day for your significant other with a candle lit dinner and thoughtful gift—plus, you can’t forget the breath mints. Nothing can ruin a date quicker than bad breath.

What if we told you that understanding the causes of bad breath can help you avoid the pesky problem altogether? If you want to make February 14^th a day to remember —then continue reading this week’s blog post about how to avoid bad breath.

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Happy New Year from your dental team here at Drs. Boyd! We enjoyed working with both our new and loyal patients throughout 2017, and we hope to help people achieve their New Year’s resolution of a new bright smile in 2018.

January is a great time to set new personal and professional goals. Learn more about how we can help you improve your smile and oral health – making it easier to go on job interviews and network in your career circles.

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Happy Holidays from everyone at the Drs. Boyd. We hope your holidays will be filled with joy and laughter through the New Year.

With the holidays approaching, many people start developing their list of New Year’s resolutions. Some may want to lose weight, some may want to read more books—some people have always dreamt of having a beautiful, healthy, white smile. Why wait until January to start your transformation?

Believe it or not, out of the 40% of Americans that create resolutions, only 8% achieve their goals. Your cosmetic dentist in Midtown East is here to help you turn your declaration for a better smile into reality. By offering a variety of cosmetic dental services and treatments, the Drs. Boyd, your local dentists can lead you to glowing oral health and aesthetics.

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During this time of year, we all look forward to changing weather, lots of amazing food, and giving thanks to the people in our lives who are important to us. Our team would like to take a moment to express our appreciation to you, our valued patients. We’re honored by the loyalty and trust you place in the Drs. Boyd, and it allows us to create smiles that are healthier and happier – which is what we love to do most! We are blessed to have developed so many meaningful relationships with you and your families over the years.

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November is upon us—the time of year when we can be grateful for our good health. Yet, it’s also a good time to take a step back and reevaluate our overall health. Since November is National Diabetes Awareness Month and November 14^th is World Diabetes Day, we simply can’t ignore the fact that 29.1 million people living in the United States alone have diabetes. And you can’t forget about the 8.1 million people living with diabetes that don’t even know they have it.

In honor of Dr. Fredrick Banting, the co-discoverer of insulin back in 1921, dentists and health practitioners alike draw awareness to this disease to halt it’s epidemic. Your dentist in Midtown East is here to shed light on the correlation between oral health and diabetes.

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People who get a full night’s sleep every single night don’t have to deal with exhaustion, irritability, and chronic snoring. If you have these and other symptoms of poor sleep, you could be suffering from sleep apnea. It’s a condition that affects nearly 18 million Americans, and its treatment can prevent the occurrence of other serious health problems, like heart attack, high blood pressure, stroke, and even premature death. The Drs. Boyd provide sleep apnea therapy with a removable oral appliance.

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When you schedule your dental appointment with the Drs. Boyd Midtown East practice, your first point of patient care will most likely be with one of our eight friendly and experienced registered dental hygienists. Dental hygienists play a major role in helping our patients receive the dental care their smiles truly need, and they help keep our practice running smoothly.

In honor of October being National Dental Hygiene Month, let’s raise awareness about and celebrate our hygienists who’ve worked hard to become specialists in the field. We’ll explain how they’re able to help you optimize your dental hygiene – and share how they play a critical role in maintaining your oral health.

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