• Sleep Apnea and Snoring
    Snoring may not be something you take seriously. You might even laugh or joke about it. But the fact is, anytime you or your partner snore to the point of Read more
  • Dental Fillings Restore Damaged Teeth
    Fillings from your dentist in Southbury, CT, can rescue your smile. Dental fillings and filling materials have come a long way in recent years. Modern dental fillings don't just restore teeth. Read more
  • When to Begin Dental Care for Your Child
    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
  • Hot Day? Three Drinks to Leave Home When You’re Packing the Cooler
    Whew! It’s a hot one! And whenever the temperature soars, you need to stay hydrated, especially when you’re outside or exercising. But all cold drinks aren’t equal when it comes Read more
  • Do you suffer from sleep apnea?
    At Gary J. Westerman, DMD, we know our patients love a good amount of rest each night in order to be energized for the day and week ahead. After all, Read more
  • Stress and Your Oral Health
    Stress symptoms—which include high blood pressure, severe aches, and insomnia—may be affecting your health, even though you might not realize it. You may think illness is the culprit when in Read more
  • The Importance of Regular Dental Checkups
    When was the last time you paid the doctor a visit? If you're like many people, chances are it was more than six months ago. We hear the reasons why Read more
  • Don’t let a dental emergency ruin your summer vacation!
    For many of our patients at Gary J. Westerman, DMD, summer means a season of relaxation, vacation, and outdoor fun and activities. While you can’t take a vacation from dental Read more
  • Happy Fourth of July
    Every year, Americans all over the world celebrate the birth of the country and its independence on the Fourth of July. There are countless ways that people celebrate and they Read more
  • Sleep Apnea: What a Dentist Can Do
    You find yourself drowsy and irritable all day. Or you have trouble sleeping, and when you do, you snore loudly throughout the night punctuated with silent pauses where you aren’t Read more
  • Is Your Broken Tooth An Emergency?
    When you chip a tooth badly, it can be a very nerve-wracking situation. the doctor and our team want to provide you with some information that can help if you Read more
  • Who Can Benefit From Nitrous Oxide?
    There are so many people who avoid going to the dentist out of fear. Luckily, Dr. Gary Westerman in Southbury, CT, offers nitrous oxide and sedation dentistry which can make Read more
  • Understanding Laser Dentistry
    Imagine a dental appointment free from loud sounds, painful tools, and uncomfortable vibrations. At the office of Dr. Gary J. Westerman in Southbury, a quiet and comfortable dental experience is Read more
  • Creating a Customized Smile With Veneers
    Is there a way to make your dream, brilliantly white smile come true? With today’s dental technology—definitely. Cosmetic dentistry can make it possible to have perfectly aligned and pearly white Read more
  • The Importance of Preventive Care
    Wondering what’s so important about visiting the dentist twice a year?  Did you know that despite the fact that cavities and gum disease are two of the most common chronic oral Read more
  • What a Family Dentist Can Do for You
    If you brush twice a day and floss on the regular, you're on a great path for a lifetime of healthy teeth. However, to keep your smile at its absolute Read more

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