This year, Bagley, Goodwin, & Hrinda, PC and the BH Dental offices are proud to have been named to the 2017 Best of Greenfield Award. Under the category of Offices of Health Practitioners, the Greenfield Award Program has recognized our office as one of the outstanding dentistry practices in the area, and we are proud that our hard work caring for patients has paid off! Thank you to all of our patients and we look forward to continuing to provide outstanding dental care for you and your loved ones year after year. Contact our team to find out more or schedule your appointment.
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2017 Best of Greenfield Award
August 10, 2017
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Family Dentistry in Greenfield, MA
March 17, 2015
When it comes to taking care of your family’s health, you often need to enlist the services of several different physicians. When it comes to dentistry, however, you only need to enlist the services of one family dentist in order to take care of all the dental needs of everyone in your family. At Bagley, Goodwin & Hrinda, we practice family dentistry to protect and enhance the smiles of people in and around Greenfield, MA.
First and foremost, our dentists and the team at Bagley, Goodwin & Hrinda want to help you and each member of your family enjoy the best of oral health; and this is not only for the sake of having healthy teeth and gums, but also for the sake of a healthier you. Studies show that there is a direct link between oral health and overall health. In fact, several bodily ailments ranging from high blood pressure and stroke to osteoporosis and diabetes may be caused by the same bacteria that leads to gum disease.
The Family Dentist Greenfield, MA, Trusts
Therefore, to maintain your good health, we’d like to see you and your family at least twice each year for dental checkups. With this consistency we can keep close tabs on the health of your teeth and gums, and we are more likely to notice any changes that may be cause for concern. At these checkups, we’ll clean your teeth and remove any plaque buildup. We’ll also ascertain the health of your gums and examine your teeth for signs of decay. When necessary, we’ll take digital x-rays to uncover any hidden spots of decay or infection below the gum line.
Call Our Office Today
If you or any member of your family needs to see a family dentist, then schedule an appointment with Bagley, Goodwin & Hrinda. Many families in and around Greenfield, MA, count on us to care for their dental health. We’d be happy to have you join our family of happy patients. We also serve families from Deerfield, Conway, Shelburne Falls, Turner Falls, Northfield, Amherst, and Northampton.
Six Month Smiles: The Braces Alternative for Busy Adults
December 17, 2014
If you never had the pleasure of wearing metal braces as an adolescent consider yourself lucky.However, if you were never able to correct orthodontic issues like crowded, gapped, spaced, or misaligned teeth, there may be a perfect orthodontic solution for you today. Have you been avoiding needed orthodontic treatment because you’d have to wear those embarrassing metal braces for two years or more? The new Six Month Smiles system can deliver orthodontic treatment in half the time of traditional braces with a cosmetically superior set of clear brackets and tooth colored wires. Six Month Smiles is a faster and more convenient orthodontic solution for busy adults. You can make an appointment with the experienced dentists of Bagley, Goodwin, and Hrinda today for your Six Month Smiles consultation. Bagley, Goodwin, and Hrinda proudly serve patients throughout Greenfield, MA, Deerfield, Conway, Shelburne Falls, Turner Falls, Northfield, Amherst, Northampton, and nearby cities.
Six Month Smiles Step By Step
- Initial Consultation- During your initial consultation you can discuss your concerns and goals with the dentist. The dentist will examine your teeth to determine if your goals can be achieved through the Six Month Smiles treatment. If they can, the dentist will complete a comprehensive examination including impressions, x-rays, and pictures. This information will be sent to the Six Month Smiles lab so that your custom clear braces can be fabricated.
- Custom Fabrication by Six Month Smiles Technicians- Once your information reaches the Six Month Smiles laboratory, a bracket technician will identify the correct location of bracket placement for the models of your teeth. Once all locations have been determined, the technician will carefully place the brackets so that the desired result will be achieved by the end of the treatment. The technician then fabricates your custom bonding trays. The bonding trays, tooth colored wires, ties, and other needed materials are packaged and sent to your dentist for placement.
- Braces Placement- The dentist will schedule an appointment for your braces placement. Placement is quick and easy with the custom bonding trays and tooth colored wires.
- Periodic Adjustments- You will need to come in about every four weeks for adjustments as your treatment progresses. The average treatment time is six months though the window of treatment time can be anywhere from four to nine months.
- Treatment Completion- During your shortened treatment period, you can enjoy the discretion of nearly invisible brackets and wires.
Six Month Smiles in Greenfield, MA
With Six Month Smiles, there’s no reason to put off the orthodontic treatment you need any longer. Make an appointment with the highly qualified dentists of Bagley, Goodwin, and Hrinda today. Bagley, Goodwin, and Hrinda restore smiles daily throughout Greenfield, MA, Deerfield, Conway, Shelburne Falls, Turner Falls, Northfield, Amherst, Northampton, and surrounding communities.
Do You Have a Tongue Disorder?
October 17, 2014
Most people don’t think much about tongue disorders unless they have a personal experience with them. However, it’s important to be familiar with common maladies of this all too important part of the body. Problems with the tongue generally fall into two categories: injury or illness. Traumatic injury is the most common cause of tongue discomfort. There are however other things that can cause severe discomfort of the tongue. If you live in Greenfield, MA, or the surrounding communities, you can contact the team at Bagley, Goodwin, & Hrinda today to diagnose and treat your persistent tongue disorder.
Types of Tongue Disorder
Disorders of the tongue can be detected by both abnormal appearance or pain and discomfort.
- Iron deficiency anemia may make the tongue appear pale and smooth. Pernicious Anemia, caused by a deficiency in vitamin B-12, may alter the appearance of the tongue in the same manner.
- Sores on the tongue can be caused by allergic reactions, oral herpes simplex virus infection, canker sores, TB, bacterial infections, or early-stage syphilis.
- Sores can also be caused by allergies or other disorders of the immune system. A bump on only one side of the tongue may be cancerous.
- Unexplained red or white areas, sores, or painless hard lumps on the tongue may be signs of cancer and should be examined by a doctor or dentist immediately.
- Some prescription drugs and antibiotics can cause tongue discomfort, as can injury and infection. A common infection causing tongue discomfort is “thrush” or candidiasis, in which an overgrowth of fungi forms a white film that covers the tongue.
- Intense pain of the entire mouth can be caused by “burning mouth syndrome”. It’s a continuous or intermittent painful burning sensation in parts of or throughout the entire mouth. Symptoms also include thirst, dry mouth and altered taste. Burning Mouth Syndrome can be caused by the use of some antibiotics, the over use of mouth rinses and sprays, ill fitting dentures and allergic reactions to dental products, certain food and drugs.
Tongue Disorder Treatment in Greenfield, MA
Dentists use the process of elimination to find out exactly what’s causing the discomfort. Tongue discomfort not caused by an infection is usually treated by eliminating the cause. For example, the person may try changing brands of toothpaste, stop eating irritating foods, or have a sharp or broken tooth repaired by a dentist. Warm salt-water rinses may help. Thrush can be treated with an antifungal drug. Sometimes anti depressants might abate the symptoms as well. You should contact the team at Bagley, Goodwin, & Hrinda today if you are experiencing any symptoms of a tongue disorder. The doctors at Bagley, Goodwin, & Hrinda proudly serve patients in Greenfield ,MA, Deerfield, Conway, Shelburne Falls, Turner Falls, Northfield, Amherst, Northampton, and surrounding areas.
Which Toothpaste Is Best For You?
August 15, 2014
Brushing and flossing your teeth is an excellent way to make sure your smile as healthy as possible. Though the acts of brushing and flossing are simple enough, it can really play a huge role in the overall health of your entire mouth as well as your body. When you are down the oral care aisle, you may be overwhelmed by all of the options for toothpastes. Though deciding on a toothpaste may seem to be simple enough, choosing the right one for your smile can take some thought. Our doctors want their patients to be as informed as possible for the optimal oral care, down to the toothpastes they use.
One of the main things to look for when choosing a toothpaste is making sure that it has fluoride. Fluoride is a natural mineral that prevents and fights of dental decay, such as cavities. Fluoride also attracts other minerals that all contribute to a stronger, healthier smile. After you eat or drink, the bacteria in your mouth feed off of the starches and sugars left behind. Fluoride is a great way of fighting the acid that is released when that occurs.
A toothpaste that has tartar control is also very important. Tartar is plaque that has been hardened, and when it is not removed or taken care of, it increases your chances of experiencing gum disease. There are some tartar toothpastes that have triclosan, which is an antibiotic. Triclosan kills some of the bacteria that are in your mouth, making it healthier. Also, finding a toothpaste that is ADA approved should be at the top of your list. By keeping these few tips in mind, there is no doubt you will be on your way to better oral and overall health!
Do you want to find out how the doctors at Bagley, Goodwin, and Hrinda can help you? Call us today for an appointment at our Greenfield office. Our team will be happy to assess your needs and recommend a specific plan. If you have any questions afterwards, do not hesitate to ask. We offer care to patients from Greenfield, Deerfield, Conway, Shelburne Falls, Turner Falls, Northfield, Amherst, Northampton, and beyond.
Fillings vs. Crowns
April 21, 2014
Dentists have two solutions for treating tooth decay—fillings and crowns. With both, the goal is always the same: stopping decay in its tracks and saving the damaged tooth from being lost.
Fillings are great for treating mild to moderate cases of decay. What’s more, there are two different kinds. Amalgam fillings are made from a variety of metals and have a dark gray color. Composite fillings are made from composite resin and can be shaded to blend in with surrounding teeth. Both can offer patients long-lasting results.
Crowns are made to help patients with more advanced cases of decay. More specifically, they’re used in cases where a tooth is in danger of being lost. Your custom-made crown will be placed over the tooth and permanently attached. Most crowns today are made from porcelain or porcelain fused to metal. With their natural appearance and their strength, crowns can give patients functional, natural-looking results.
Do you want to find out how the doctors at Bagley, Goodwin and Hrinda can help you? Call us today for an appointment. At our Greenfield office. Our team will be happy to assess your needs and recommend a specific plan. If you have any questions afterwards, don’t hesitate to ask. We offer care to patients from Greenfield, Deerfield, Conway, Shelburne Falls, Turner Falls, Northfield, Amherst, Northampton, and beyond.
Exceptional Dental Care for Greenfield, MA and Beyond
December 9, 2013
Welcome to the blog for Bagley, Goodwin, and Hrinda. Here you’ll find valuable information about the general, cosmetic, and restorative services we offer, plus helpful tips about oral health in general. Whether you’re just looking for some information on a particular dental service, or you’re new to the Greenfield area and need to find a permanent dentist, we think you’ll find our blog helpful.
Our doctors offer care for a wide variety of common oral health problems. Some of our most popular services include:
- Periodontal Therapy
- Nightguards
- Root Canal Therapy
- Dental Implants
- Children’s Dentistry
- Porcelain Veneers
- Teeth Whitening
- Orthodontics
- Anxiety Relief
Working with you one-on-one, Drs. Bagley, Goodwin, and Hrinda can help you understand how your smile is doing and what services you might need to improve your health. We recommend that our patients from Greenfield, MA and beyond see us for care at least twice a year. Through regular appointments like these, we can check for changes that might indicate the need for more advanced care.
Do you want to schedule an appointment with Drs. Bagley, Goodwin or Hrinda? Call our Greenfield dental office today. We serve patients from Deerfield, Conway, Shelburne Falls, Turners Falls, Northfield, Amherst, Northampton, and beyond. And for more info on our services, explore our site or check back with our blog.