You don’t want to everyone to be able to count your fillings when you laugh at the end of a good joke. Fortunately, today’s dentistry options take the health and appearance of your smile into consideration — and white fillings near Deerfield are a perfect example.
Why Choose White Fillings in Deerfield? It’s Simple.
April 14, 2016
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Care for Dental Veneers in Greenfield
February 18, 2016
Veneers give you a beautiful, flawless smile that is meant to last for years. After you’ve received your dental veneers in Greenfield, now it’s time to care for them properly to ensure they last as long as possible. Keep that beautiful new smile looking amazing with the proper care.
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Makeover your smile with beautiful porcelain veneers from Bagley, Goodwin and Hrinda PC
September 4, 2015
Chipped, stained, crooked or gapped teeth take on a whole new look with porcelain veneers from Doctors Bagley, Goodwin and Hrinda in Greenfield, MA. Customized from biocompatible ceramic, veneers makeover smiles in just 2 dental visits.
Looking for a permanent change to a dull, chipped, uneven smile? Makeover your smile with porcelain veneers from Bagley, Goodwin & Hrinda PC. Custom-crafted from dental grade ceramic, veneers are cemented to the front surface of one or more teeth to achieve a naturally beautiful result.
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Porcelain Veneers from your Cosmetic Dentist in Greenfield, MA
April 17, 2015
When you see your smile in a photograph, are you gazing at the smile you have or the smile you truly want? If you don’t have the smile you want, then there are a number of cosmetic dentistry treatments that can help. One of the most popular is porcelain veneers. These modern dental wonders allow you to conceal the smile you have and create the smile you want. The cosmetic dentists at Bagley, Goodwin & Hrinda have used porcelain veneers to give many people in Greenfield, MA, new smiles and the can give you a beautiful smile, too.
Porcelain veneers can cover a number of smile imperfections including:
- Teeth that are chipped or slightly cracked
- Stained or discolored teeth that have not responded to teeth whitening
- Teeth that have gaps in between them
- Somewhat crooked teeth
- Misshaped teeth
Although porcelain veneers are certainly cosmetic, they also fall into the category of restorative dentistry, because they help protect the teeth they cover from sustaining any further damage.
The Porcelain Veneer Process
The first step in getting your new smile involves meeting with one of our dentists and determining if there are any oral health concerns that need to be addressed before your veneers are placed. Once cleared, then you and the dentist will discuss the kind of smile you want. We’ll likely need to take x-rays, photos, and impressions of your teeth that will be sent to our cosmetic dental lab to fabricate your custom designed porcelain veneers.
To prepare your teeth for veneers, a minimal amount of enamel will be removed from the facial surface of the teeth in your smile zone. Then, your veneers—which are ultra-thin layers of dental porcelain—are adhesively bonded to your teeth. The dentist carefully trims and sculpts the veneers for a perfect finish. When the procedure is complete, you’ll have a new and photogenic smile.
Schedule an Appointment Today
If you’d like to learn more about porcelain veneers, then call the office of Bagley, Goodwin & Hrinda and ask for a consultation. We serve patients in Greenfield, MA, as well as the surrounding areas of Deerfield, Conway, Shelburne Falls, Turner Falls, Northfield, Amherst, and Northampton.
Straighten Your Teeth Quickly with Orthodontics in Greenfield, MA
February 17, 2015
If you’re all grown up, but still have the same crooked teeth you had when you were younger, don’t despair. You can still straighten your teeth, but you don’t have to contend with metal brackets and wires. The dentists at Bagley, Goodwin & Hrinda in Greenfield, MA, offer two kinds of orthodontics and both are very inconspicuous.
Invisalign®
As the name implies, Invisalign straightens teeth almost invisibly. With clear plastic aligners, Invisalign uses low force to gradually move your teeth into place. When you come to Bagley, Goodwin & Hrinda for Invisalign, we’ll first meet with you to discuss your smile goals and assess your oral health to address any concerns before you begin orthodontic treatment. Then, with digital x-rays, photos and impressions, we’ll develop a treatment plan that will allow you to see how your teeth will move. This same treatment plan is also what the Invisalign lab will use to make your custom designed aligners.
These smooth, clear plastic aligners come as a series of sets. You’ll wear each set for about two weeks and then move on to the next set. As you move through the series, you’ll begin to see your teeth move and your smile change. The entire treatment takes approximately one year.
Six Month Smiles®
Braces with Six Month Smiles are designed to straighten only the teeth that are in your smile zone. Six Month Smiles uses clear brackets and tooth-colored wires to shift your teeth into position. These braces standard orthodontic mechanics, but focus on the appearance of your teeth rather than the position of your bite. As such, with Six Month Smiles your orthodontic treatment will usually be complete in about half a year. Of course, as with any orthodontic treatment, you’ll want to wear a retainer to maintain your straight smile.
Schedule an Appointment Today
If you’d like to learn more about orthodontics at Bagley, Goodwin & Hrinda in Greenfield, MA, then call our office today. We also serve patients in Deerfield, Conway, Shelburne Falls, Turner Falls, Northfield, Amherst, and Northampton.
Greenfield Dental Implants: Explaining Dental Implant Surgery
November 17, 2014
Tooth loss can be devastating. Especially if the dentist recommends that you remove a large number of teeth at the same time due to advanced decay or periodontal disease. Fortunately, there are dental treatments available that can fully restore the look and feel of normal teeth. If you are healthy enough to undergo the procedure, dental implants are the best choice for restoring loss teeth. Make an appointment with the gentle and caring dentists of Bagley, Goodwin, and Hrinda. Bagley, Goodwin, and Hrinda proudly serve patients throughout Greenfield, MA, Deerfield, Conway, Shelburne Falls, Turner Falls, Northfield, Amherst, Northampton, and nearby cities.
Greenfield Dental Implants: The Procedure
The dental implant process can take several months from start to finish. Most of this time is needed for healing and waiting for the growth of new bone in the jaw.
- The damaged tooth is removed.
- The jawbone is prepared for surgery, a process that may involve bone grafting.
- After the jawbone heals, the dental implant titanium post is placed in the jawbone.
- The implant is given time to fuse with the jawbone and heal.
- The abutment (extension of the implant metal post) and the new artificial tooth (crown) is placed.
Greenfield Dental Implants: What Is Bone Grafting?
If the jawbone isn’t thick enough or hard enough, you may need a procedure called bone grafting before dental implant surgery can be started. The powerful chewing action of your mouth exerts such enormous pressure on the bone. If the existing bone can’t withstand this pressure with the implant, the surgery would likely fail. A bone graft can create a more solid base for the implant. With bone grafting, a piece of bone is removed from another part of your jaw or your body, like your hip and transplanted to your jawbone. It could take up to nine months for the transplanted bone to grow enough new bone to support a dental implant. Sometimes you may need only minor bone grafting, which can be completed at the same time as the implant surgery. The condition of your jawbone determines how you proceed.
Greenfield Dental Implants Appointments
There are many important considerations before deciding upon dental implant surgery. Certain medical conditions may prohibit the procedure. The first step toward successful dental implant treatment is to make an appointment with Bagley, Goodwin, and Hrinda today. The experienced dentists of Bagley, Goodwin, and Hrinda proudly restore smiles in Greenfield, MA, Deerfield, Conway, Shelburne Falls, Turner Falls, Northfield, Amherst, Northampton, and nearby communities.
Celebrate Summer with Teeth Whitening
July 14, 2014
One of the things people look for in a beautiful smile in shine. A gorgeous, flawless, bright smile is a feature that many people want to achieve, and they are willing to do almost anything to get it. Whether it is over the counter whitening strips or toothpastes that promise to brighten your smile, people spend a lot of money and a lot of time making sure their smile shines as bright as the sun. Unfortunately, most over the counter products do not yield lasting, or any, results, and you may end up feeling discouraged. Fortunately, our doctors understand the smile goal their patients wish to achieve, which is why they offer teeth whitening and their Greenfield, MA dental office.
We have two options for our patients who wish to whiten their smiles. The first is in-office whitening. With this option, our patients are able have a dramatically whiter smile in as little as an hour. We will apply the whitening gel to your smile and activate it using a light. In about an hour, your smile is light and bright, and you are ready to show the world your new smile! You are able to fit a whitening appointment in while doing your errands, making it simple and convenient, as it will not take a lot of time out of your day.
The second option we give our patients is at-home whitening. Unlike in in-office whitening, this option gives you a more gradual change to your smile. We will supply you with the whitening gel and custom trays or whitening strips. All you have to do to achieve your bright smile is follow the instructions, wear the trays or strips for the allotted amount of time, and over the course of several days, your smile will be noticeably whiter! Highly effective with either option, teeth whitening will be able to restore your confidence in your smile and in yourself in no time! If you want a whiter smile today, contact our office, and we would love to help!
Do you want to find out how the doctors at Bagley, Goodwin, and Hrinda can help you? Call us today for an appointment at our Greenfield office. Our team will be happy to assess your needs and recommend a specific plan. If you have any questions afterwards, do not hesitate to ask. We offer care to patients from Greenfield, Deerfield, Conway, Shelburne Falls, Turner Falls, Northfield, Amherst, Northampton, and beyond.
Exceptional Dental Care for Greenfield, MA and Beyond
December 9, 2013
Welcome to the blog for Bagley, Goodwin, and Hrinda. Here you’ll find valuable information about the general, cosmetic, and restorative services we offer, plus helpful tips about oral health in general. Whether you’re just looking for some information on a particular dental service, or you’re new to the Greenfield area and need to find a permanent dentist, we think you’ll find our blog helpful.
Our doctors offer care for a wide variety of common oral health problems. Some of our most popular services include:
- Periodontal Therapy
- Nightguards
- Root Canal Therapy
- Dental Implants
- Children’s Dentistry
- Porcelain Veneers
- Teeth Whitening
- Orthodontics
- Anxiety Relief
Working with you one-on-one, Drs. Bagley, Goodwin, and Hrinda can help you understand how your smile is doing and what services you might need to improve your health. We recommend that our patients from Greenfield, MA and beyond see us for care at least twice a year. Through regular appointments like these, we can check for changes that might indicate the need for more advanced care.
Do you want to schedule an appointment with Drs. Bagley, Goodwin or Hrinda? Call our Greenfield dental office today. We serve patients from Deerfield, Conway, Shelburne Falls, Turners Falls, Northfield, Amherst, Northampton, and beyond. And for more info on our services, explore our site or check back with our blog.
Can Baking Soda Brighten Your Teeth?
April 15, 2013
Certain foods are best eaten in moderation. Cakes, pies, cookies, and anything full of sugar or refined carbohydrates are definitely best avoided if you want healthy teeth and a slim waistline. However, most baked goods contain one ingredient that some people swear by as a natural teeth whitener: baking soda, also known as sodium bicarbonate. Greenfield dentists, Drs. Bagley, Goodwin, and Hrinda offer in-office and at-home teeth whitening procedures that are sure to give you a noticeably whiter and brighter smile in as little as an hour. However, for maintenance, an occasional dose of baking soda won’t hurt once in a while. Read on to understand why.
Sodium Bicarbonate Around the House
Sodium bicarbonate is a main ingredient in many baking recipes because of its ability to make things rise. Baking soda combines with any acid-containing ingredients in your recipe. The reaction of these two compounds results in gas bubbles to produce sumptuous, fluffy, well-risen desserts. Without this chemical reaction, your cookies would be flat, and you’d have two dozen sunken in muffins to throw out. Baking soda isn’t just for baking, however. (more…)
Greenfield Dentists Offer Orthodontics for Adults
January 25, 2013
A recent Kelton Research study found that we perceive people with straight smiles as happier, more attractive, and more successful. In fact, over a third of the people questioned said the smile was the first thing they noticed when meeting someone. Greenfield cosmetic dentists, Drs. Bagley, Goodwin, and Hrinda, understand what a beautiful smile can mean for their adult patients. They also understand the hesitancy of adults to correct their smile using traditional orthodontics. Thankfully, with Invisalign, your smile can be improved without the use of embarrassing metal braces.