Your temporomandibular joints (TMJs) are joints in your jaw which help you speak and chew food. They are supported by cartilage and a shock-absorbing disk. If these are injured or worn out over time, you may find yourself with a TMJ disorder (TMD), with pain in the jaw area, around the ears, and an uncomfortable clicking noise when you open... read more »

Flossing is a vital task in the oral hygiene routine that many people skip. This is quite unfortunate because flossing is very important for a healthy smile and a strong oral health. If you’re one of these people, it’s time to make flossing a priority. To explain why, our dentist, Dr. Nicholas Kondon, is happy to tell you the reasons... read more »

Dr. Nicholas Kondon sometimes uses dental fillings to repair a tooth with a small chip or cavity. If you struggle to maintain a diligent oral hygiene regimen, a new cavity could form on the same tooth. Sometimes there simply isn’t enough healthy tooth enamel remaining to secure a second dental filling. This is even more likely to be the case... read more »

When a tooth is lost to an untreated cavity or a severe dental fracture it can cause several changes in your mouth while also putting you at increased risk of other dental complications. Beyond obvious changes in your appearance, clarity of speech, and overall oral function, a missing tooth can also gradually alter the alignment of the surrounding teeth. The... read more »

Did you know, Dr. Nicholas Kondon is a highly skilled and trained prosthodontist? Yes, it’s true! Do you know what that means for your oral health care? Our team understands not everyone is familiar with medical terminology, which is why we are happy to explain to you what exactly a prosthodontist is and the benefits of having one care for... read more »

Denture adhesive is very popular with people who have a removable partial or complete denture. When this special substance is applied to the base of the denture and pressed to your natural gum structure, it creates a firm bond. It can be especially helpful if you are starting to experience oral atrophy with the bone structure beneath your gums.Most of... read more »

Each of your teeth is protected by a layer of tooth enamel made from a dense matrix of microscopic mineral crystals. The overall density of these mineral structures is what provides your teeth the strength to bite, chew, and grind the food. This also helps to prevent the bacterial presence from exploiting your tooth enamel to cause cavities. If you... read more »

We all know that brushing, flossing, and regular visits to the dentist are important parts of keeping your smile healthy. What many people don’t realize is how important our diet is for healthy teeth. We’ve heard again and again that sugary foods can cause cavities, but they aren’t the only culprits! For example, chewing ice can damage the enamel of... read more »

Left untreated, it is possible for a severe cavity to cause the loss of a tooth. Sometimes Dr. Nicholas Kondon can treat a severe case of tooth decay by performing a root canal at his clinic in Concord, Massachusetts. In an extreme case, he might recommend extracting the remnants of the tooth to treat any pain, and prevent further infection.... read more »

The natural bacteria living in your mouth are pervasive and tenacious. They will not miss an opportunity to exploit a compromised area of tooth enamel to cause tooth decay to form. If it’s detected and diagnosed early, Dr. Nicholas Kondon can often treat a small cavity by applying an amalgam or porcelain filling at his Concord, Massachusetts clinic. This will... read more »