At Brooks Dental, we’ve been incredibly grateful to Winthrop and the surrounding communities for giving us the opportunity to provide exceptional dentistry, whether we are preventing dental disease or cosmetically enhancing smiles. Recently, one of our patients was ecstatic with the results of her cosmetic treatment, and we’re honored to share her personal testimonial in this month’s newsletter.

Zoe worked with Dr. Stephanie to choose the right treatment that would accomplish her goal of improving her smile. Below, we’ll be highlighting Zoe’s experience throughout the veneer process. If you’ve been considering improving your smile and think cosmetic dentistry is right for you, read on to learn more and follow Zoe’s story. (more…)

When tooth pain strikes, you might find yourself asking a lot of questions. Is it simply caused by food that is stuck between my teeth?, or is it something that is more serious. Depending on the type of discomfort you’re experiencing, your tooth may be in far worse condition than you might think. In this instance, it’s best that you make a call to the dentists at Brooks Dental for additional guidance and necessary treatment.

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Bruxism, also known as chronic teeth grinding, affects millions of people. It oftentimes occurs in your sleep, which makes it more difficult to diagnose. Some people experience no symptoms whatsoever. Some experience a sore jaw, tension headaches, and a stiff neck. And some exhibit symptoms such as irregular, interrupted sleep patterns. Believe it or not, bruxism can point us in the direction of diagnosing a rather serious disorder known as Obstructive Sleep Apnea.

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The summer vacation is just around the corner, which means your child’s daily habits are about to make a dramatic change. Sleeping in, no daily homework assignments and open schedules can dramatically affect their routines. Of course, this includes their daily oral care, which is never something that should be left by the wayside. At Brooks Dental, the last thing the dentists want to see is your child’s clean mouth become filled with cavities by the time the fall season appears. (more…)

Brooks Dental is incredibly proud to have many experienced and caring dental professionals serving the community. We hope that as a patient, you get the chance to meet everyone responsible for providing high-quality dental care to Winthrop and the surrounding communities. As part of our recognition, we wanted to highlight an employee that we believe many patients may not be familiar with. Her name is Dr. Julianne C. Doyle!

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Your family dentist in Winthrop may be the last thing on your mind during the Halloween season. Still, there’s no doubt that too much trick-or-treating can lead to toothaches down the road. Happily you can lessen the odds of a sugar-coated dental dilemma by following the tips in this post.

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Can you believe that Brooks Dental has been serving Winthrop for almost 60 years now? Throughout the decades, we have kept up with the latest advances in dentistry, helped countless patients to achieve healthier, more beautiful smiles, and forged strong relationships within our community. We’re still going strong — and our legacy is only getting better! We couldn’t be happier to welcome Dr. Stephanie Brooks as the newest member of our team of dental experts.

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So, after completing your Zoom! teeth whitening, you’re astounded by how effective it truly was at removing stains. When the dentist said it would reach underneath enamel, he wasn’t joking! While the effects are amazing initially after treatment, it’s important that you know the right steps to keep your smile looking white. Otherwise, you’ll need to come back sooner rather than later to keep your smile as white as possible!

After completing Zoom! teeth whitening in Winthrop, practice these four habits.

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One problem that’s making a big impact on your appearance is your teeth staining. Of the new people you meet, one-third of them will notice your smile before anything else. Thus, the condition of your teeth could factor into how successful you could be at a job interview or with making new friends. Because of this flaw, you’re hesitant to smile and have trouble speaking with confidence when amongst a group of people. Thankfully, there’s a way to turn things around with Zoom teeth whitening in Winthrop. As you read on, your local cosmetic dentist weighs in to explain how the process of rejuvenating your smile works.

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Teeth whitening is one of the most popular cosmetic treatments offered by dentists around the country! It’s not common when a patient is excited to jump in the dental chair and receive treatment, but before you do, your cosmetic dentist in Winthrop wanted to help you better prepare.

Before you achieve your dream of a whiter smile, your dentist will give a full breakdown of what to expect and how to best prepare.

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