You've seen the dramatic social media posts: "Complete smile transformation in 24 hours!" The promise is compelling, but as a cosmetic and reconstructive dentist in Boston, I need to clarify what this actually means for your health and results. A [...]
Last Updated: November 15, 2025 | Next Review: May 15, 2026 Medically Reviewed by: Dr. Charles Sutera, DMD, FAGD One of the most common questions I hear in my Boston practice is, "Do I really need a deep cleaning dental procedure?" It's an important question that [...]
Last Updated: November 16, 2025 | Next Review: May 16, 2026 Medically Reviewed by: Dr. Charles Sutera, DMD, FAGD If you regularly wake up with a sore jaw, tight temples, or a tension headache, your sleep position for TMJ could be the culprit. In my Boston [...]
Last Updated: November 15, 2025 | Next Review: May 15, 2026 Medically Reviewed by: Dr. Charles Sutera, DMD, FAGD “Will my TMJ ever go away?” This is perhaps the most common and emotionally charged question I hear in my Boston practice. Patients are not [...]
Last Updated: [dateModified TBC] | Next Review: May 15, 2026Medically Reviewed by: Dr. Charles Sutera, DMD, FAGD Most dental insurance plans describe coverage in terms of percentages and categories. What they do not describe clearly are the clauses that reduce [...]
Last Updated: March 2026 Medically Reviewed by: Dr. Charles Sutera, DMD, FAGD Most dental insurance plans cap annual benefits at $1,000 to $1,500. That ceiling resets every January 1 of each year. Patients who need major work (an implant, a [...]
Last Updated: March 2026 Medically Reviewed by: Dr. Charles Sutera, DMD, FAGD A denied crown claim is not always a final decision. Insurance companies deny claims for specific clinical reasons, most of which can be addressed with the right documentation. [...]
As open enrollment approaches here in Boston, I hear the same question from patients every year about PPO vs DHMO dental plans. Understanding the PPO vs DHMO differences is crucial for making informed decisions about your dental coverage. Having worked with thousands of patients [...]
Last Updated: [dateModified TBC] | Next Review: April 30, 2026Medically Reviewed by: Dr. Charles Sutera, DMD, FAGD The $1,000 to $1,500 annual maximum on most dental insurance plans has not meaningfully changed since the 1950s. In 1955, that figure represented [...]
When searching for a cosmetic dentist in Boston, most people focus solely on before-and-after photos. However, the best cosmetic dentistry considers both beauty and function. As an experienced cosmetic dentist serving Boston and surrounding communities, I integrate TMJ health into every smile transformation to ensure [...]
