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June 26 is a special day for Brian C. McDowell, DDS. That’s because we’re celebrating National Toothbrush Day!  It may not sound like a big deal to you, but we put it on our calendars because we know how important the right toothbrush and brushing techniques ...

With spring in full swing, now is a great time to plan for all your summer activities. If you're like many of our patients and you stay active all year long, then summertime just means that you change activities – you don't slow down. However, the more active you ...

With many of us home more than we used to be, some things may have changed in your normal household routine. Maybe you’ve been keeping the house more organized so you can have a comfortable place for your home office. Maybe your house has become less organized and ...

Your oral health involves more than your teeth. If you want to keep your teeth, you also need to care for your gums. Gum disease is one of the most common factors in tooth loss, To prevent periodontal problems, be particular about brushing and flossing daily. Also, ...

You've probably noticed other people with unattractive silver fillings when they've been eating, talking, or laughing. If you need a tooth filling, you don't have to settle for having metal in your mouth. At Brian C. McDowell, D.D.S., we use great-looking composite ...

People may joke about your loud snoring, but sleep apnea is no joke. Research has linked the disorder to many health problems, including high blood pressure, diabetes, and Alzheimer’s disease. At our Fitchburg, MA office we treat mild to moderate cases of apnea with ...

If you have a damaged tooth, you can restore it with a dental crown. A beautiful new crown is an excellent way to save your smile and get your confidence back. Dr. McDowell is a highly skilled dentist you can trust with your smile, no matter what condition it’s ...

If you don’t like your smile, it doesn’t matter what other people think about it. It’s important to feel good about what you see when you look in the mirror, which is one of the reasons cosmetic dentistry is such a worthy investment. It’s about more than ...

After these trying weeks and months over dealing with COVID-19 precautions, we are pleased to have an open dentist office in Fitchburg once again. While we are happy to be here, the one thing that will make our office feel even more like home is to have you and your ...

An often-overlooked solution for improving smiles is one that brings restorative and cosmetic benefits together. Replacing conspicuous silver fillings with our tooth-colored fillings can protect your oral health and brighten up your smile simultaneously! Just look ...