New Haven Dental Group Blog

Modern dentistry touts dental implants as the best way to replace missing teeth, and that is entirely true. However, many people do not realize that there are dozens of different ways in which the dental implant procedure can be performed. There are also several different types of dental implants in Hamden, including ones made out of zirconia and ones made out of a titanium alloy. Is one material better than the other? Let’s discuss what they are and some of the benefits they each offer.

Even before the outbreak of COVID-19, your dental team had strict measures in place to protect your health and safety. That is why they always thoroughly washed their hands, sterilized their instruments, and made sure they were wearing proper personal protective equipment. Now, they are still doing all of that — plus some. In this article, we will touch on just a portion of the new dental safety protocol in Hamden that is in place to protect you during this pandemic season.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many dental offices have temporarily suspended their normal operations. However, they may still be providing emergency and urgent care; they are ready and willing to help patients in need. But how can you tell whether you should schedule an emergency dental appointment? In this blog post, we talk about some situations that call for immediate professional care.

The American Dental Association (ADA) is deeply concerned about the health of dentists, their staff members, and their patients. That is why their organization has recommended that dental offices only provide emergency care until the Covid-19 crisis is under control. This precaution may mean that your necessary treatment has been postponed. What can you do to care for your oral health while you are waiting to visit your dentist? Use the below tips to keep up with your dental hygiene through the quarantine.

Many patients are somewhat apprehensive about dental treatment. If that is true of you, you might be thinking about asking your dentist whether sedation is right for you. And if sedation is right for you, which type of sedation would best fit your circumstances? In this blog post, we compare two popular sedation options: oral vs nitrous oxide.

When preparing for an upcoming oral surgery, it is important that you know what to expect. It is also vital that you understand what you should have waiting for you at home, such as what foods to include in your recovery following oral surgery. Fortunately, your dentist will be able to provide you with a detailed list of instructions on what to do and what not to do while healing at home but to help you get started, allow us to provide you with some of the best foods you will need to keep on hand to make your recovery process much smoother.