Expert Care in Mystic, CT

Dental Emergencies That Require Attention There’s something about the word emergency that just raises our hackles. Who wants something to go wrong? The answer is nobody. But, just as the word implies, an emergency always seems to take place at the least opportune of times. Yet, when it comes to a dental emergency, you want…

Learn more about whitening treatments to make an informed decision. A white smile can do so much for your confidence. Think about that for a moment. Do you want to show your teeth when they are yellow or otherwise discolored? Or, do you prefer to flash pearly whites? If you’re like most people, you’ll opt…

Though the name may seem to imply otherwise, and we hate to burst your bubble, your wisdom teeth don’t make you smarter. The name can make you scratch your head with curiosity, though, because why are they called that? Most people get their wisdom teeth in their late teens and early twenties. And theoretically, it’s…

Learn more about dental bridge options. Losing our teeth as adults isn’t something we want to happen, but it happens. And when it does, taking action with dental restoration can make a big difference. When you don’t, teeth can shift, and you may suddenly find that you can’t chew correctly. Missing teeth can even impact…

Understand how to choose the right implant for you If you have missing teeth or persistent dental problems, picking the proper dental implant can be hard. With so many possibilities it’s hard to determine which restorative dentistry solution will really fulfill your needs. It depends on things including bone health, lifestyle, comfort, and long-term goals….

If you’re not a fan of the dentist, we get it. You’re not alone. The truth is that many people feel uneasy about dental visits. But at Flanagan Dental, we meet those worries with a calm approach that helps most patients move through their appointment without needing sedation.  While Dr. Flanagan offers oral conscious sedation…