Brushing Your Teeth – How Often and When?
As a general rule of thumb (rule of tooth?), the American Dental Association recommends brushing your teeth a minimum of two times a day to maintain good dental health and hygiene. You’ve probably heard Dr. Brunacini, Dr. Karagiorgos, and our team of amazing...
National Smile Day: 5 Easy Ways to Take Care of Your Smile
Here’s a reason to smile… National Smile Day is May 31! National Smile Day was founded by two family dentists in Illinois to celebrate the power of a smile and draw attention to the importance of good dental health and hygiene. This is our kind of national...
The Anthropology of Teeth – Part 1: An Interview with Dr. Brunacini
It may surprise you to know that our wonderful Dr. Brunacini loves to learn about teeth! Not just as a dentist, but also as an anthropologist… Dr. Brunacini is fascinated by the field of Dental Anthropology. We had to get to the root of the matter, so we’re kicking...
Oral Cancer Awareness Month: The Importance of Screening & Early Detection
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, which represents an opportunity for dental professionals to raise awareness about early detection and treatment for their patients. According to the Oral Cancer Foundation, although an estimated 54,000 new cases of oral cancer...
Earth Day, Every Day! 3 Ways to Make Your Oral Health Routine More Eco-Friendly
Earth Day is a good reminder for us to be mindful of the ways our habits impact the environment...even our healthy habits. At FDA, we make an effort to go green when we can and know many of our patients are making the same effort. There are steps we can all take to...
Springtime Renewal: 5 Ways to Rejuvenate Your Smile!
Even though there may still be snow on the ground in Maine when you read this, Spring is just around the corner! With each wonderous bulb that pops up, Spring brings the promise of renewal and growth. Why not apply the spirit of Spring to your smile? Cosmetic...
Dental Assistant Recognition Week: Meet Our Fab Five!
We are lucky to have an incredible team of Dental Assistants: Lisa, Pat, Mary, Mirela, and our newest addition Chelsey! We are thrilled to welcome another amazing assistant to our team! You may have met one of our dental assistants while experiencing their...
I Love You, Gums! Gum Disease Awareness Month
Have you heard? February is Gum Disease Awareness Month. Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, may be a familiar term for you, while for others it may sound a bit scary. An infection of the tissue and bones that support your teeth, gum disease impacts...
Children’s Dental Health Month: 3 Tips to Help Your Kids Have Healthy Habits
It’s that time of year again...National Children’s Dental Health Month! We love this month-long health observance because it is all about promoting the benefits of good oral health to kids! Our team of caring healthcare professionals is here to help you get your...