Nearly 25 million adults in the U.S. have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). It’s a condition that can cause you to stop breathing hundreds of times a night. If left untreated, OSA can increase your risk for: High blood pressure Stroke Diabetes Heart disease Acid reflux Erectile dysfunction During a dental exam, Dr. James Dores can look for signs that you may have OSA. ...

Dental care has come a long, long way thanks to technology. Tech advances mean that there are new dental procedures available and existing ones are improved. Dr. James Dores, of Dores Dental in Longmeadow, MA, has stayed on top of some of the best dental technologies out there in order to make your visit as stress-free and painless as possible. Here’s a snapshot of just some of the ...

Dr. James Dores stays up to date on cutting-edge technology so he can give you the best results while keeping you comfortable. Just a few of the amazing innovations that Dr. Dores has trained to use: Solea laser – There’s no need for needles or lingering pain. Same day dental crowns – No waiting days or weeks for a permanent crown to come back from the lab! Zoom! Teeth Whitening ...

We often take our teeth for granted. We think they’re always going to be there to help us chew our food and to let us flash our smiles. The fact is, teeth aren’t invincible. One day you could bite on a piece of ice and chip your tooth. If the tooth is in front and obvious, you’ll be embarrassed to open your mouth. What if you chip your tooth the day before your wedding or right before ...

At Dores Dental, we are big on helping our patients find preventive dentistry solutions for every stage of life. Our teeth cleanings and thorough dental exams will go a long way towards helping you stay on track. Even sol, it will be up to you to form good habits at home in the months between your regular visits to our Longmeadow, MA dentist’s office. To that end, today, we have a video ...

We’ve become used to thinking of emergencies as things that involve ambulances and wild rides to the ER. The fact is that many emergencies aren’t that dramatic. Seemingly small things can actually be emergency situations, and it’s important to not ignore them. For instance, many people wouldn’t think of a dental problem as an emergency situation. That’s too bad, because any situation ...

Yes! Our longmeadow, MA dentist’s office has an adult orthodontic treatment program that utilizes a series of clear, virtually invisible plastic aligners to correct crooked, crowded or gapped teeth, without attracting any unwanted attention. Whether you are interested in Invisalign for your teenager or for yourself, all you have to do is get in touch to  an orthodontic consultation with Dr. ...

At Dores Dental, our team is equipped to give you the best possible preventive dental care. That’s why our Longmeadow, MA dentist’s office features professional teeth cleanings, dental sealants, dental checkups, and a whole lot more. But what you do at home in between office visits is important too. So, today, we’d like to share a video link with you in which the ADA talk about what goes ...

Dores Dental in Longmeadow, MA offers a number of teeth replacement options. For many people who are missing one, several, or even all of their teeth, today’s thoroughly modern dentures are a great option. Today’s dentures are made out of advanced materials that look and feel natural and comfortable. You’ve probably met someone and not even known they were wearing dentures! Dr. Dores ...

Our Longmeadow, MA dentist’s office is excited about helping you boost the health AND appearance of your smile in 2017. To provide you with a little extra protection from disease and decay, we can place dental sealants over your teeth. Check out this video clip in which the American Dental Association discusses dental sealants and why they are great for patients of all ages. Then, be sure to ...