• posted: Jan. 07, 2025

We’re all trying to find a healthy balance in our lives. Balancing work and home life. Eating a well-balanced diet. Balancing our budgets. Maintaining the right pH balance in our Read More

• posted: Dec. 31, 2024

Watching the clock tick down the final seconds until midnight, many of us- John R. Gagné, D.D.S. included- feel nostalgic about the passing year and hopeful about the new one Read More

• posted: Dec. 24, 2024

As a parent, you want the best for your children, and that includes doing their best in school. You can support them by taking an interest in their activities, being Read More

• posted: Dec. 17, 2024

the doctor and our team at John R. Gagné, D.D.S. frequently field questions about cavities and what causes them. Patients will typically ask, “I brush twice a day and floss Read More

• posted: Dec. 10, 2024

Molars are made up of canyons, caves, pits, and seemingly endless caverns that are a breeding ground for decay. The protective solution is a sealant. When done correctly, a sealant Read More

• posted: Dec. 03, 2024

Temporomandibular dysfunction (TMD) refers to a diverse range of disorders that relate to muscular function in the jaw and face — the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). That could mean difficulty opening Read More

• posted: Nov. 26, 2024

There are many reasons to choose sedation dentistry. Perhaps anxiety is an issue, or your teeth are extremely sensitive. You may have a low pain threshold, an easily triggered gag Read More

• posted: Nov. 19, 2024

Your smile is in the spotlight every day, helping you greet the world with confidence! But when you’re self-conscious about discolored spots on your teeth, it’s time to get some Read More

• posted: Nov. 12, 2024

It’s great that you’re enthusiastic about your dental health! Here are some tips from the doctor and our team to make sure you are getting the most out of your Read More

• posted: Nov. 05, 2024

October 31—Halloween. Fourth Thursday in November—Thanksgiving. And, in between these two favorite autumn holidays, we have November 1—National Brush Day! Okay, okay. Maybe National Brush Day isn’t quite as well-known as Read More

• posted: Oct. 29, 2024

We’re not talking post-holiday “I can’t eat another bite” discomfort. No, we’re here to talk about the discomfort caused by bite pain. Usually, our teeth and jaws work so harmoniously that Read More

• posted: Oct. 22, 2024

You’ve planned your dream vacation. Your reservations are made. You’re packed and ready. You’ve even scheduled a dental checkup at our Waterbury, Connecticut office to make sure you catch any Read More

• posted: Oct. 15, 2024

At John R. Gagné, D.D.S., we know that brushing your toddler’s teeth can be an intimidating prospect. So we’re providing a few tips in the hope of making the process Read More

• posted: Oct. 08, 2024

Recently, multiple studies have concluded that people with sleep apnea, a disorder that causes snoring, fatigue, and dangerous gaps in breathing at night due to throat muscles collapsing, are five Read More

• posted: Oct. 01, 2024

How better to spend the fall months than inside by the fireplace with a warm cup of cider and a book in hand? the doctor and our team at John Read More

• posted: Sep. 24, 2024

Fluoride is a mineral that plays an essential role in oral health. In fact, the significant reduction in American tooth decay in recent decades can be attributed to a greater Read More