Gum disease is sneaky. In its initial stages, you may not even realize you have it. But the earlier periodontal disease is diagnosed, the easier and less invasive the treatment. Left untreated, gum disease will lead to tooth loss — in fact, more adult teeth are lost to periodontal disease than to tooth decay. It is also associated with serious systemic health problems including diabetes, ...

Maybe you’ve resolved to be good to your body by eating the right foods, but how about your smile? Your smile is one of the first things that people notice about you, a critical component of that all-important first impression. And current research shows that your smile’s health can have very real consequences on the well-being of your body. Gum disease in particular can increase your risk ...

According to the American Dental Association, kids should see the dentist when their first tooth comes in or by their first birthday. By starting regular dental visits at a very young age, you are creating a foundation for good oral health that will last your child’s lifetime. At Dores Dental, we know how to make all of our patients feel comfortable — even young children. We will be happy ...

Practicing good preventive dentistry habits is the best way to ensure your teeth and gums remain in tip-top shape for life. Preventive dentistry includes taking care of your teeth and gums at home as well as visiting Dores Dental regularly for cleanings and exams. Take this quiz to see how much you know about preventive dentistry. Then book an appointment with Dores Dental of Longmeadow, MA. ...

If you’re like most families these days, you are busy with school, work, sports, lessons, and other activities. You do enough shuttling kids around town, so why make it harder on yourself with multiple dental offices? At Dores Dental, we are skilled and totally comfortable with patients of all ages. We are not a pediatric practice, but we provide every service your kids may need and even ...

Gum disease, or periodontal disease, is very common in American adults. The ADA estimates that half of adults over the age of 30 have had it in some form. When diagnosed early, it can often be reversed simply by practicing better oral care habits. Take this quiz, then call Dores Dental of Longmeadow, MA to schedule an appointment. We can be reached at (413) 241-3995 or through our handy online ...

We are now at the midpoint of 2017. So, if you have not yet been able to visit to our Longmeadow, MA dentist’s office at least once, that is bad news for you and your smile. Remember, if you are fortunate enough to have dental insurance, most plans will cover up to two professional teeth cleanings and oral exams per calendar year. But those benefits don’t typically roll over. As such, you ...

Hello and welcome to the online home of Dores Dental, a forward-looking dentist’s office located in Longmeadow, MA. If you are ready to boost the health and appearance of your smile, then we are ready for you. We have invested heavily in the sort of tools, training, and technology that will be required to take your smile where it needs to go. Today we wanted to tell you all about the Solea ...

At our Longmeadow, MA dentist’s office, we know just how to deliver a healthier, better-looking smile. That’s why we’d like you to check out today’s video clip that talks about what Invisalign clear aligners can do for your continued well-being. After you’ve watched it, be sure to  Dores Dental to schedule your consultation with Dr. Jim! ...

Today we want to talk about information and the way that it is shared in this day and age. Think about it: how many viral stories on the Internet do you read, share, reference and comment on every day? How many of them are accurate? How much do you really care if they are real? These are just some things to think about. The point we are trying to make is that there is a lot of inaccurate ...