Memorial Day and Getting Ready for Summer
- posted: May 23, 2023
Memorial Day didn't become an official holiday until 1971, but Americans started gathering annually in the spring to remember those who lost their lives in war during the 1860s, right Read More
Antibiotic Prophylaxis or Premedication
- posted: May 16, 2023
In years past, it was often recommended that dental patients who had a history of heart problems or other conditions, such as joint implants, be given antibiotics before any dental Read More
Wishing all our moms a happy Mother’s Day!
- posted: May 09, 2023
"Motherhood: All love begins and ends there." - Robert Browning We would like to take this moment to thank all the great moms out there for being so great during their Read More
The Best DH in Baseball
- posted: May 02, 2023
Oh, wait—did you think we meant Designated Hitter? Oh, no, we’re not getting into that debate! What we want to talk about is the best Dental Habits you can practice Read More
What is hyperdontia?
- posted: Apr. 25, 2023
When a child is born, he or she will have 20 primary teeth and 32 permanent teeth. But sometimes kids are born with additional teeth, and our team at Martin Read More
Make Every Day Earth Day
- posted: Apr. 18, 2023
Earth Day began in 1970 as an event to raise awareness of our environment. What began as a single day in April is now recognized around the world to bring Read More
Regular Cleanings Lead to Healthier Mouths and Bodies
- posted: Apr. 11, 2023
The American Dental Association and dentists everywhere, including our own the doctor recommend that you schedule an appointment every six months for a cleaning and checkup. Despite this universal recommendation Read More
April is National Facial Protection Month
- posted: Apr. 04, 2023
The Importance of Facial Protection Americans from all walks of life should mark April as National Facial Protection Month on their calendars. The American Association of Pediatric Dentistry, Academy for Sports Read More
TMD Problems and How You Can Prevent Them
- posted: Mar. 28, 2023
Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) describe a set of conditions that involve trouble with your jaw and face muscles. They result from a problem in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), which is Read More
How can I protect my child's teeth during sports?
- posted: Mar. 21, 2023
Sports are great for children for a variety of reasons. Children can develop their motor skills, learn how to solve conflicts and work together, and develop their work ethics. As Read More
Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
- posted: Mar. 14, 2023
Millions of people, around Mansfield, Massachusetts and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it may Read More
Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths
- posted: Mar. 07, 2023
At Martin & Kissell, PC, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest to prevent. Read More
Treatment Options for TMD
- posted: Feb. 28, 2023
Temporomandibular dysfunction (TMD) refers to a diverse range of disorders that relate to muscular function in the jaw and face — the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). That could mean difficulty opening Read More
Dentin Tooth Sensitivity Treatments
- posted: Feb. 21, 2023
Dentine hypersensitivity can be described as a sharp and sudden pain caused by cold food and beverages. It’s present in more than half the population and result from receding gums Read More
Valentine's Day History
- posted: Feb. 14, 2023
Valentine’s Day is best known as a celebration of love in all its forms. Pink hearts, red roses, and cute greeting cards adorn every surface you see. What many people Read More
Fewer Adults are Visiting the Dentist
- posted: Feb. 07, 2023
Our team at Martin & Kissell, PC recently learned that in the decade between 2000 and 2010, the amount of adults who regularly visited their dentist declined, according to research Read More