We are proud to share that Drs. Monica Cipes, Elizabeth Chisholm and Amy Beauvais have once again been recognized by Connecticut Magazine as 2026 Top Dentists!
Each year, Connecticut Magazine surveys licensed dental practitioners and specialists […]
Cannabis use among teenagers has been steadily increasing, often fueled by shifting legal landscapes and perceptions that it is relatively harmless. While much of the conversation focuses on mental health and cognitive effects, an equally […]
Recently, water fluoridation has been in the news, with some debating its safety and benefits. However, it’s clear that adding fluoride to public water supplies plays a major role in improving oral health. Fluoride helps […]
The Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) is a very common virus that affects most individuals. According to the CDC, HPV infects 13 million Americans, including teens each year. The Human Papilloma Virus spreads via physical contact […]
At Cipes Pediatric Dentistry, we offer a variety of strategies to prevent arrest and treat cavities. We individualize these strategies by taking into account a comprehensive risk assessment, the extent of disease present, the […]
Did you know that both the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommend weaning your baby from the bottle by twelve months?
Many parents ask us how and when […]
There seems to be a day for everything; as dentists we particularly like this one…National Brush Day! What better day to ensure you are brushing your teeth than the day after Halloween!
National Brush Day highlights […]
We are proud to announce that Drs. Cipes and Chisholm were recognized by Connecticut Magazine as “Top Dentists” for the 12th and 8th consecutive years respectively. Ballots were sent to more than 2,800 of the […]
There has been a recent buzz on the internet and social media about charcoal toothpaste. While the latest dental fad has been praised by celebrities, the benefits have not yet been substantiated in clinical trials. […]
Dr. Chisholm’s daughter had her first set of cavity detecting radiographs (Bitewing X-Rays) the other day! We thought it was the perfect time to share our thoughts about dental x-rays.
Radiographs are an important diagnostic tool […]
