You’ve trusted us as your dentist in Bedford for years. You’ve relied on Dr. Brown and his experienced, gentle touch to keep your teeth in excellent shape. We want to heartily thank you for your loyalty as our practice transitions to new ownership. Dr. Maegan Elam is now our practice’s owner. We’re looking forward to […]
Do you dread going to the dentist? Do you even avoid going to the dentist because of this fear? Well, you’re not alone. In fact, it is estimated that between 9 and 20% of Americans don’t visit the dentist because of dental anxiety or phobia. That means that at minimum, 30 million people don’t get […]
Decay, infection, missing teeth–they’re worrisome problems, but solvable thanks to the compassionate, precise dentistry at Maegan Elam DDS & Associates. Dr. Maegan Elam and the team strive to preserve healthy tooth and gum structure. If problems occur, they deliver superior restorations in a comfortable, technically advanced dental practice in Bedford. When prevention isn’t enough Cavities, […]
Dissatisfied with your current tooth replacements? Yes, while they span smile gaps and help you chew and smile normally, traditional bridgework and dentures have problems of slippage, sore oral tissues, and gum and bone recession. Plus, they need replacement after about 10 years. What’s the alternative for people missing teeth? Dental implants replace one or […]
What would life be like if you could enjoy all your favorite foods again? How about talking and smiling without feeling self-conscious? When you’re missing multiple teeth it greatly affects your quality of life and it never leaves your mind. Did you know that it also takes a toll on your overall health and well […]
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, a whole month dedicated to educating the public about oral cancer. Oral cancer is known as the silent killer because it often goes undiagnosed and undetected until it has spread to other areas of the body or reached the late stages of the disease. As a result, the long […]
When you have missing teeth, it’s not uncommon to feel self-conscious. Dentures help with how you feel about your smile while offering the ability to eat and speak. However, dentures don’t look or feel natural. As a result, there’s often a lot of discomfort from poorly fitting dentures, and they can really be a hassle […]
You probably know the feeling — it’s been a while since you’ve visited the dentist, but you just can’t seem to bring yourself to schedule an appointment. Nerves, dread, or outright fear prevent too many adults from seeking the dental care they need. Because this anxiety is a huge barrier to preventive care, people sink […]
It’s something we hear at our practice all the time. When you’re missing one or more teeth, you just don’t feel complete. And it’s not hard to figure out why — living with a gapped smile is a real confidence killer. That’s why the team at Maegan Elam, DDS & Associates loves helping patients complete […]
Hello, and welcome to our brand new blog! As your Bedford dentist, Dr. Maegan Elam is committed to helping everyone in our community achieve the beautiful, complete smiles they deserve. And she knows that when one or more teeth have gone missing, there’s no better replacement than dental implants in Bedford. Are you a good […]