The Stages of Gum Disease
- posted: Oct. 11, 2023
Taking care of your gums is one of the best ways to protect your smile. But sometimes, we treat our gums like an afterthought when it comes to dental care. Read More
Year-End Insurance Reminder
- posted: Oct. 04, 2023
the doctor, as well as our team at James P. Watts, DMD, would like to give those patients with flex spend, health savings, or insurance benefits a friendly end of Read More
Don’t procrastinate about dental work!
- posted: Sep. 27, 2023
When you have dental issues or just need routine care, you may try to put off making an appointment at James P. Watts, DMD. Common reasons for procrastination are not Read More
What Are Chalky Teeth?
- posted: Sep. 20, 2023
You’ve always taken care of your child’s smile. You make sure thorough brushing and flossing take place twice a day. You serve foods high in vitamins and minerals and low Read More
Telltale Signs that Your Tooth has a Cavity
- posted: Sep. 13, 2023
the doctor and our team at James P. Watts, DMD frequently get questions about cavity causes and prevention. You brush twice a day and floss regularly. You rinse with mouthwash, Read More
Back to School? Remember Your Dental Homework!
- posted: Sep. 06, 2023
It’s a busy time of year. Book lists! Supplies! New clothes! (How did they outgrow those shoes already?) And while you’re preparing your family’s list of back-to-school necessities, here are Read More
Celebrate Labor Day by Getting Away
- posted: Aug. 30, 2023
Labor Day honors the contributions that workers have made to this country, and for many Americans, the holiday is a great time to relax at home with family and friends. Read More
Does flossing hurt your gums?
- posted: Aug. 23, 2023
Ideally, it should never hurt when you floss your teeth. But if you haven’t flossed in a long while or don’t do it regularly, you may experience sore or bleeding Read More
Dental Emergencies while Traveling
- posted: Aug. 16, 2023
You’ve planned your dream vacation. Your reservations are made. You’re packed and ready. You’ve even scheduled a dental checkup at our Mystic, Connecticut office to make sure you catch any Read More
A Spot of Trouble?
- posted: Aug. 09, 2023
Your smile is in the spotlight every day, helping you greet the world with confidence! But when you’re self-conscious about discolored spots on your teeth, it’s time to get some Read More
Hot Day? Three Drinks to Leave Home When You’re Packing the Cooler
- posted: Aug. 02, 2023
Whew! It’s a hot one! And whenever the temperature soars, you need to stay hydrated, especially when you’re outside or exercising. But all cold drinks aren’t equal when it comes Read More
Does smoking affect oral health?
- posted: Jul. 26, 2023
By now, everyone knows that smoking is bad for you. But the truth is its broad-reaching health effects are not all known by everyone. This is especially true of oral Read More
What is a water pick and do I need one?
- posted: Jul. 19, 2023
Water picks, sometimes called “oral irrigators,” make an excellent addition to your regular home care regimen of brushing and flossing. Especially helpful to those who suffer from periodontal disease and Read More
Why You Should Avoid Energy and Sports Drinks
- posted: Jul. 12, 2023
In a world where everything moves so quickly and teens and young adults find themselves pulling “all-nighters” or working long hours, energy drinks have grabbed the spotlight. You’ll have one Read More
Tell us about your summer!
- posted: Jul. 05, 2023
The dog days of summer are upon us, and what better time for the doctor and our team to ask our patients about their summer! Whether you visited our nation’s capital, Read More
Happy Fourth of July
- posted: Jun. 28, 2023
Every year, Americans all over the world celebrate the birth of the country and its independence on the Fourth of July. There are countless ways that people celebrate and they Read More
