If you have been thinking about improving your smile, take a few moments and ask yourself the following questions to see if cosmetic dentistry is right for you. Are you embarrassed about smiling in front of people? Do you ever put your hand up to cover your smile? Do you dislike your smile in photographs? When you look through magazines, do you envy the models’ smiles? Do you wish your teeth were whiter? Do you think you show too much or too little of your teeth when you smil

Enter our "Give Us Your Best Smile Selfie Contest" for a chance to win one of Dr. Struzziero's paintings! 1. Like us on Facebook and/or Instagram. 2. Post your photo with the hashtag #struzsmiles 3. We will draw one winner at random. Entries accepted October 22, 2018-November 26, 2018! Family Dentistry of Braintree has been a tradition for personal dental care for over 60 years. Richard Struzziero, along with his brother, is a second generation family dentist serving the Sout

For certain patients, the use of sedation dentistry is the preferred method to get the dental care they need and improve their dental health

Family Dentistry of Braintree's own Danielle & Nikki took part the 6th annual Girly Girl P.A.R.T.S 5K run/walk, on Sat, which raises awareness and money for ovarian cancer. And, they were thrilled to walk with FDoB patient Marie Coleman, an ovarian cancer survivor who was strong enough to join them this year! You go, GIRLS! We're so proud of all of them! Family Dentistry of Braintree is a tradition for personal dental care for over 60 years. Richard and Philip Struzziero are

At Family Dentistry of Braintree, we hope that you’re taking care of your oral health on a daily basis, including brushing and flossing your teeth at least two times per day. As we discussed in our post, Healthy Habits: The Importance of Good Oral Health for Your Overall Health, oral health may also be linked to your overall health. A key part of maintaining good oral health is regular visits to your dentist for teeth cleanings and oral exams. Let’s look at what you can expec

Dental fillings or restorations are sometimes needed to restore the function and integrity of teeth. Fillings are often needed as a result of tooth decay (caries), trauma, and broken teeth. Very often, the dentist will intentionally remove part of an existing tooth which is decayed or damaged to prepare it for the intended restorative material. Dental restorations and fillings last a long time if properly done, but their lifespan depends largely on the patient’s care of the r

Most people know that good oral and dental hygiene can help prevent bad breath, tooth decay, and gum disease—and prevent tooth loss. But what you might not realize is that your oral health may also be linked to your overall health. Like many areas of your body, you mouth is full of mostly harmless bacteria. However, there are also harmful bacteria that can be lurking around. Most of the time, our immune system helps to keep us safe from the harmful bacteria on our mouths with