New Haven Dental

12/01/2025

The office will be closing at 3pm today due to weather/road conditions ❄️ please drive safely!

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from the Team at New Haven Dental n🦷☘

11/26/2025

The office will be closed today, Wednesday, November 26th and Thursday, November 27th for the Thanksgiving holiday.

We will resume normal business hours on Monday, December 1st.

Enjoy your holiday!

11/26/2025

Nothing is more welcome at the Thanksgiving table than your happy, healthy smile! In today’s blog, we have some ideas to keep your holiday smile looking its best.

New Haven dentist, New Haven Dental is a local, trusted dental practice offering general and cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening, implants, veneers & other dental care. Call today to make an appointment!

11/24/2025

The annual Food Drive was a success and we will be making our donation tomorrow. We appreciate everyone who brought in items for the local food pantry and encourage you to continue to stock the local food boxes throughout the communities.

A big congratulations to Lisa, who was the winner of the prepaid $50 Visa Gift Card. Thank you for contributing to our food drive! 🦷☘

11/22/2025

Happy Birthday to assistant Samantha! We hope you have the best day! 🎂

11/20/2025

Today is the last day for the food drive at the office! We will drop it off next week to help stock the pantries of those in need this holiday season. 🥰

11/19/2025

⚙️ How Occlusal Guards Help with TMJ Disorders
- Reduce Clenching and Grinding (Bruxism) by letting the guard absorb and distribute the forces from grinding, preventing joint overuse and muscle fatigue.
- Relieve Pressure on the TMJ by slightly adjusting jaw position, the guard helps decrease strain on the temporomandibular joint.
- Promote Muscle Relaxation by maintaining a consistent, cushioned bite position can relax overactive muscles that contribute to TMJ pain.
- Prevent Dental Damage by protecting the enamel from being worn down by chronic grinding, which can otherwise worsen bite issues and jaw pain.
- Specially designed stabilization splints can help balance the way upper and lower teeth meet, reducing stress on the TMJ.

Ask us at your next appointment if an occlusal guard is right for you. We do NOT encourage over the counter "boil and bite" type guards for long term treatment options.🦷☘

11/19/2025

Keeping your smile its brightest can be a challenge! Diet, good habits, bad habits, and time itself can affect the color of your teeth. Luckily, there are some everyday actions you can take to minimize staining and discoloration, which you can read about in today’s blog.

New Haven dentist, New Haven Dental is a local, trusted dental practice offering general and cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening, implants, veneers & other dental care. Call today to make an appointment!

11/17/2025

Welcome Assistant Sammy to New Haven Dental! 🦷☘ She has been with us for a few months now and she is fitting in great with the team!

Sammy grew up in Beaufort, Missouri and currently lives there as well. She attended State Tech and graduated from their dental assisting program. Her favorite part about assisting is getting to know and help people.

Outside of work, Sammy enjoys spending her free time playing with her dogs, spending time with her friends and family, and doing lots of volunteer work through the Beaufort Lions Club.

We are happy to have you part of the team, Sammy!

11/13/2025

It's World Kindness Day!

Just a reminder that we are hosting our annual food drive to help stock the local food pantry for the holidays. Bring in some non-perishable items to donate to help spread some kindness and joy.

For every 5 items you bring in, you will be entered in a drawing for a gift card.

11/12/2025

💡 What Is TMJ?
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) acts like a sliding hinge, connecting your jaw to the temporal bones of your skull. It allows you to talk, chew, and yawn.

🔍 Common Causes & Risk Factors:
Teeth grinding (bruxism)
Jaw injury or arthritis
Misalignment of teeth or jaw
Chronic stress (leading to jaw clenching)
Poor posture

💆‍♀️ Ways to Manage or Prevent TMJ Pain:
Practice relaxation and stress-reduction techniques
Avoid chewing gum or hard foods
Maintain good posture
Apply warm compresses to relax muscles
Consider physical therapy or jaw exercises
Consult a dentist or TMJ specialist if symptoms persist - we can help! 🦷☘