Blog - Dentist Newton, MA

Fluoride Treatment: Do You Need One?
posted: Dec. 14, 2021.

Over the past decade, most people have been ingesting less and less fluoride. This is not such a great trend, since fluoride has a history of successfully reducing tooth decay Read more
Advantages of Invisalign Over Traditional Braces
posted: Dec. 08, 2021.

Vast Dental offers Invisalign in Newton, MA, for patients who want to straighten their smiles. Dr. Thu Hoang and Dr. Wonsuk Joo love to see smiles transformed for life by Read more
‘Tis the Season—for Healthy Dental Choices!
posted: Dec. 07, 2021.

It might be the most wonderful time of the year, but if you’re dashing through the snow to an emergency dental appointment, you’re not feeling very jolly. And post-holiday, no Read more
Top Reasons People Choose Veneers
posted: Nov. 30, 2021.

Dental veneers are a way to correct and transform your smile by using “contact lens”-thin shells of porcelain or ceramic material and bonding them to the front of your teeth. Read more
How Botox Can Help You
posted: Nov. 30, 2021.

Anyone seeking Botox in Newton, MA may first want to speak with Dr. Thu Hoang or Dr. Zachary I. Fried and their knowledgeable staff at Vast Dental about their dental Read more
Thanksgiving
posted: Nov. 23, 2021.

At Vast Dental LLC, we love to celebrate the holidays with vigor! the doctor would love to share some unique ways of celebrating Thanksgiving from beyond the Newton, Massachusetts area Read more
How do I know if I’m at risk for oral cancer?
posted: Nov. 16, 2021.

Every year, over 50,000 North Americans are diagnosed with oral or throat cancer, which has a higher death rate than many other common cancers, including cervical cancer, testicular cancer, Hodgkin’s Read more
How do I prevent oral cancer?
posted: Nov. 09, 2021.

The fact is, according to the Oral Cancer Foundation, close to 40,000 Americans will be diagnosed with oral or pharyngeal cancer this year, resulting in more than 8,000 deaths. Men Read more
Cold Comfort
posted: Nov. 02, 2021.

The sounds of the season are filling the air—falling leaves rustling along the sidewalk, football cheers, holiday greetings—and the coughs and sneezes of your fellow sufferers. Yes, it’s cold and Read more
Halloween: Candy, costumes, and more!
posted: Oct. 26, 2021.

All Hallows' Eve, more commonly known as Halloween, is a yearly event celebrated on October 31, and one that is anticipated by the young and young at heart all over Read more
When to Begin Dental Care for Your Child
posted: Oct. 19, 2021.

Children’s oral health differs from that of adults in a variety of ways. the doctor and our team want you to understand how you can provide the best care for Read more
What's the connection between gum disease and diabetes?
posted: Oct. 12, 2021.

People who have diabetes are usually familiar with many of the other health risks they face, including damage to the nerves, eyes, heart, and kidneys. But did you know that Read more
Year-End Insurance Reminder
posted: Oct. 05, 2021.

the doctor, as well as our team at Vast Dental LLC, would like to give those patients with flex spend, health savings, or insurance benefits a friendly end of the Read more
The Effects of Biting Your Nails
posted: Sep. 28, 2021.

Also known as onchophagia, the habit of nail biting is one of the so-called “nervous habits” that can be triggered by stress, excitement, or boredom. Approximately half of all kids Read more
Reasons for Adult Orthodontics
posted: Sep. 23, 2021.

Find out why more adults are choosing to straighten their smiles. Orthodontics aren’t just for kids. More and more adults are turning to Dr. Thu Hoang and Dr. Zachary Fried thanks to Read more
Can sealants benefit you?
posted: Sep. 21, 2021.

Molars are difficult to reach when brushing your teeth because they’re full of crevices, caves, and pits that can provide the perfect environment for decay. Sealants are the perfect fix Read more