Frequently Asked Dental Questions – Boston, MA

Why should I choose Dental Health & Wellness Boston?

At Dental Health & Wellness Boston, we establish personalized relationships with individuals guiding each towards optimal dental health and wellness. As a motivated, excited team we utilize the latest technology and advanced clinical skills to provide the best modern dentistry has to offer.

Does the staff have specialized dental training in areas like sedation dentistry?

• Dr. Smith’s compassion for dentistry and her background in psychology have helped build trusting relationships with her patients, including those with dental fear and issues that affect overall health. She is accomplished in all aspects of dentistry ranging from sedation procedures to non-surgical face-lifts, which build out teeth, lift facial muscles, soften nasolabial folds and fill out lips.
• Dr. Budd’s special interest and training include Restorative Dentistry to improve patient’s smiles and helping those who suffer from TMJ (jaw joint) disorders.
• Nanette Pypec, RDH has specialized training in sedation dentistry, laser periodontics and local anesthesia.
• Cillen Cosentino, RDH has specialized training in periodontal diagnosis, laser dentistry and non-surgical periodontal therapy.
• Brenda Connors is a dental assistant with advanced training in Cosmetic Dentistry, Adult Orthodontics/Invisalign, and Sleep Appliances.
• Israel Ang is a dental assistant with advanced training in Cosmetic Dentistry and Adult Orthodontics/Invisalign.

What are some options for anxious patients?

We specialize in anxiety-free dentistry techniques and will guide you through the process of achieving optimum dental health. We will always consult with you to develop your best treatment strategy; provide you with distractions, use technology to minimize discomfort, offer sedation so that you can have more treatments in one visit and provide non-intrusive, non-surgical treatments to put you at ease. Since sedated patients can often undergo treatment for longer at one sitting, multiple procedures can be completed in fewer visits. For our needle-phobic patients, we are pleased to announce that our office is certified to make oral sedation available at Dental Health & Wellness Boston.

What are the options for discreet adult orthodontics?

Adult Orthodontics is one of our most rewarding and most rapidly expanding facets of our dental services. Dr Smith has advanced training and certification in adult orthodontics and can help you determine whether the best fit for you is Six Month Smiles® or Invisalign™. These are two options to discreetly straighten teeth with clear braces.

What is appearance enhancement dentistry?

Using our whole-body approach, a variety of procedures including tooth whitening, veneers, cosmetic bonding, tooth reshaping, crowns and cosmetic orthodontics can be combined to help you maintain a vibrant, youthful appearance. Non-surgical face-lifts build out teeth, lift facial muscles, soften nasolabial folds and fill out lips.

What if a patient has an existing medical condition?

With the utmost care and expertise, we address specific issues such as dental phobia, pregnancy concerns, cardiac conditions, diabetes, eating disorders, acid reflux, sleep apnea, migraines and more. With a dental healthcare provider as committed to your wellbeing as Dental Health & Wellness Boston, you can be assured of the highest quality care from one of the region’s most knowledgeable, unique and diverse dental practices for health-conscious patients concerned with their health, their looks, and their life.

What is a non-surgical dental face-lift?

By using smile design techniques that change the size and width of your teeth, Dr. Smith can achieve results that diminish the appearance of wrinkles around your mouth, plump up your lips, and brighten and perfect your smile without surgery. Non-surgical face-lifts build out teeth, lift facial muscles, soften nasolabial folds and fill out lips. Porcelain veneers, cosmetic orthodontics and all ceramic crowns are utilized to transform the architecture of the facial features and smile.

Is teeth whitening right for me?

Changes in tooth mineral structure, exposure to coffee, tea, red wine and tobacco and some prescription antibiotics can contribute to tooth staining and discoloration. If you want whiter brighter teeth, Dental Health & Wellness Boston has a variety of tooth whitening procedures designed to restore a dazzling smile.