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Understanding Dental Emergencies: What You Need to Know Emergencies, accidents, and mishaps are bound to happen, often at the most inconvenient time. Suddenly, you’re searching “emergency dental care near me” and hoping for the best. When a dental problem arises, knowing when and where to seek emergency dental care can make all the difference in […]

Maintaining a healthy smile is about more than just brushing and flossing at home—regular dental checkups are an essential part of preserving your oral and overall health. At Perinton Dental Group in Fairport, NY, we emphasize preventive care because it saves you time, money, and unnecessary discomfort down the line. Routine dental visits are your […]

As a charming village nestled along the Erie Canal, Fairport, NY offers something for everyone in the family. Whether you’re looking to explore the outdoors, enjoy community events, or dive into local history, Fairport is packed with activities that will make your family’s time together even more fun. As a family dentist in Fairport, NY, […]

Some foods will help you grow healthy teeth and keep them forever. Some foods will prevent you from growing healthy teeth, or harm the ones you already have. You can grow and maintain strong, healthy teeth by eating a diet that your mouth (and your body) will truly love. But do you know what foods […]

Diabetes is a chronic and complicated disease that affects how your body processes sugar—its main source of energy. Diabetes symptoms mostly affect your heart, eyes, nerves, and kidneys, but it can affect your whole body, including your mouth. According to the American Dental Association (ADA), more than 29 million Americans have diabetes, and almost 2 […]

Ah, vacation. The sun, the sand, the… gauze in your mouth? Dental work and recovery might not be your preferred use of your precious vacation days, but some people are packing their bags and heading to exotic locations for dental work in hopes of saving money. As medical education and technology improve worldwide, destination dentistry […]

So, you’re missing a tooth—or a few!  An apple a day will not take care of this one, unfortunately. It’s time to consider dentures or dental implants. A variety of personal and practical factors will determine which solution is best for your new smile. Don’t feel lost among all the pros and cons of choosing […]

There are many kinds of doctors—Doctors of English, Doctors of Philosophy, Doctors of Medicine, Dr. Pepper… (wink). Of course, when we use the term doctor, we most often mean a physician or Doctor of Medicine. But did you know that dentists are doctors, too? Every doctor has a specialty, and a dentist’s specialty is oral […]

Let’s be honest. If you are like most people, you’ve probably put off going to the dentist at one time or another. Some of us have even avoided seeing a dentist for years at a time. Research shows one in three Americans avoids going to the dentist regularly. As the time spent away from Perinton […]

Unless you’re frequently using your teeth as scissors or a nail file (we hope you aren’t!), the most common things placed in your mouth are food, beverages, eating utensils, and your oral hygiene BFFs: floss and toothbrushes. This script gets flipped when you visit your Fairport dentist, though. At Perinton Dental Group, we utilize a […]