Many patients ask me, “Are digital dental X-rays safe?” or “How often do I really need them?” As a sedation and general dentist in Boston, I want to put your mind at ease with science-backed facts and practical answers. Thanks [...]
Did you bite into something and suddenly feel a sharp jolt of pain? Or maybe you noticed a crack running down your tooth in the mirror? If you're in the Boston area and suspect a cracked tooth, don't wait — [...]
Do you often wake up with a sticky, dry feeling in your mouth? Maybe it’s hard to speak clearly, or food doesn’t taste the same anymore. If that sounds familiar, you might be dealing with xerostomia, more commonly known as [...]
We all get sick from time to time. But what happens when that sore throat or sniffle hits right before your dental visit? As a sedation and cosmetic dentist in Boston, I’m Dr. Charles Sutera of Aesthetic Smile Reconstruction, and [...]
If you're considering Invisalign or braces, what if we told you there's a way to cut your treatment time by nearly half—without compromising results? At Aesthetic Smile Reconstruction in Boston, we offer advanced accelerated orthodontics using technologies like Propel micro-perforation [...]
Have you ever wished you could “try on” your new smile — before you commit to cosmetic dental work? It’s one of the top questions we hear from patients considering veneers or a smile makeover: “What will my smile actually [...]
It usually starts with a hint — a funny taste, a dry mouth, or a friend subtly offering you gum a little too often. Then you notice it yourself. You cover your mouth when you laugh. You double-check your breath [...]
Looking for a fast way to improve your smile — without the cost or commitment of porcelain veneers? You’ve probably seen ads for snap-on veneers (also called mail-order or clip-on veneers). They promise an instant smile upgrade with no drilling, [...]
You finally get your braces off — and instead of a perfect smile, you notice white spots on your teeth. They look chalky.They don’t brush off.And they stand out in photos. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Up to [...]
It’s one of the most common questions we hear — and one of the most stressful for patients: “How can I afford dental care without insurance?” Whether you're between jobs, self-employed, retired, or just navigating a tight budget, not having [...]
