Gum disease is an infection that is caused by bacteria that hides below the gum tissues. With regular dental cleanings at Taylor Street Dental every six months, most patients can keep this condition from developing,…
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When patients may requiring scaling and root planing
May 15, 2020
If you have gum disease, or periodontal disease, you may need to treat your smile with a procedure known as root scaling and planing. This procedure treats the infection that, without treatment, can progress and…
What do you know about TMJ/TMD?
April 30, 2020
Patients who have been told by their dentist that they have TMJ/TMD might be unsure as to what it is, what causes it, and what to do about it. Drs. Peck, Velastegui, and Homsi of…
What are the benefits of permanent dentures for tooth replacement?
April 15, 2020
Today, there are a wide range of options available to patients who are dealing with the replacement of missing teeth. Springfield, MA area dentists, including Drs. Peck, Velastegui, and Homsi of Taylor Street Dental are…
Dramatically—or subtly—enhance the smile with porcelain veneers
March 30, 2020
A beautiful smile does not always happen naturally for patients. Additionally, problems can arise over the years that can impact the appearance of the smile, including trauma, injury, decay, or disease. However, whether a patient…
A long-term solution to missing teeth: dental implants
March 15, 2020
Drs. Peck, Velastegui, and Homsi of Taylor Street Dental in Springfield, MA work directly with patients to help them choose the solutions most appropriate for their dental needs. When patients have had one or more…
Sedation Options at Taylor Street Dental
February 14, 2020
Visiting the dentist can cause many patients severe anxiety. Perhaps they had a negative experience with the dentist in the past, or they are worried about pain and discomfort. Whatever the reason, the dentists of…
Restoring your smile with porcelain veneers after chipping and cracking
January 30, 2020
The team of Taylor Street Dental in Springfield, MA help patients in achieving beautiful smiles they are confident to share with others. This may mean utilizing the latest in cosmetic and restorative dentistry. By helping…
Treating bad breath caused by periodontal disease
January 15, 2020
Patients with periodontal disease are not only dealing with a condition that negatively impacts the health of their smile—it can also contribute to the development of halitosis, or “bad breath.” What is halitosis? Halitosis is…
Why do dentists use composite resin for fillings?
December 30, 2019
When cavities exist, it is vital that patients take action as soon as possible to avoid these cavities from getting larger and more intrusive. In fact, cavities left untreated can become so large that they…