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Dr. Salem and her whole staff provide extraordinary dental treatment in a safe, caring and technologically-advanced setting. With two offices and eleven treatment rooms, Pearl Dental Associates is a modern, multi-specialty dental practice. It offers comprehensive dental care for people who need general, pediatric or cosmetic dentistry, as well as root canals, orthodontia, emergency appointments, implant placements and restorations, CEREC crowns and bridges, and basic cleanings. Pearl Dental Associates also has an on-site surgical unit, a CT scanner and other leading equipment and procedures that many other dental offices simply do not offer. Pearl Dental Associates has convenient offices in Holbrook and Scituate. New patients are being accepted in both locations. You can make an appointment at Pearl Dental Associates by calling their Scituate office at 781.536.7004, their Holbrook office at 781.460.6298, or through their website: www.pearldentalassociates.com. 23 TheSouthShoreMagazine.com teeth. Gum disease is a condition that should never be ignored. In addition to crooked teeth, sore gums and bad breath, gum disease can also heart disease and strokes: the bacteria present in diseased gums can travel throughout the body, triggering inflammation in the blood vessels and infection in heart valves. The American Dental Association sets forth the expression, "Healthy Mouth, Healthy Body" for a reason. Regular check-ups and cleanings can ensure that your gums stay healthy. During this pandemic, many people have had their routine medical exams fall by the wayside, including dental check-ups. Pearl Dental Associates is fully open to ensure you receive the best care. "Not only is it safe, but visiting the dentist is important for your health," says Dr. Salem. "Our practice has implemented meticulous protocol to ensure the protection of our patients and staff during the coronavirus pandemic." In addition to using antiviral sanitizing cleansers on chairs, instruments and other tools, the practice has also invested in UV light devices to kill germs. This germicidal ultraviolet technology uses UV-C rays to disinfect surfaces and eliminate viruses and bacteria. Pearl Dental Associates' staff wears masks at all times, and treatment rooms are spaced out well beyond six feet. In addition to masks, all dentists, hygienists and assistants wear gowns, face shields, surgical caps and gloves. Time in the waiting room is minimized and patients must answer a COVID screening questionnaire before attending an appointment. Any staff member who doesn't feel well does not come to work unless they have had a negative COVID test. "Our A-game staff is dedicated to healthcare. We have added layers of protection for patients and ourselves," says Dr. Salem. BAD BREATH? IT'S NOT YOUR MASK'S FAULT A side effect of wearing masks is that people are noticing that they have bad breath—and they attribute the smell to wearing a mask. But it's not the mask that's causing bad breath; it's the condition of one's dental health, and the mask simply makes it noticeable to the wearer. If you don't like what you're smelling, Pearl Dental Associates can help: bacteria, plaque build-up, periodontal disease, tartar and cavities can all create that foul odor. • Same day CEREC crowns and bridges • Implant placement and restorations • Emergency same-day appointments • Dentures • Invasalign and ClearCorrect • Sleep apnea devices • Oral sedation • Many other preventative and wellness services SERVICES