Do You Know What Saliva Does for Your Mouth?
In a normal, healthy mouth, saliva is ever-present. This fluid is such a mainstay that we often don’t think much about it. We may become more acutely aware of saliva when a certain smell causes us to produce more of the fluid. We may also notice when the mouth lacks adequate moisture. Beyond lubricating the …
Why Do I Get Cavities?
When you brush your teeth twice a day as you’ve always heard you must, you inevitably expect to have fewer issues with cavities. If you experience a new bout with tooth decay now and then, you may up your game and start using an antibacterial mouthwash, fluoride toothpaste, and be more diligent about flossing and …
Give Your Smile Some Love
If you love your smile and want to keep enjoying its beauty, you’ve got to give it some love. If you’re one of the many people who aren’t completely happy with the way your teeth look, your smile is in need of even more TLC. The good news is that it’s possible to turn around …
Receding Gums: What You Should Know
Gum recession is a relatively common problem that many adults experience to some degree. This condition occurs when the gums start to pull away from the surface of a tooth or teeth. Usually, we notice recession around one or more teeth, but not all at the same time, unless in the case of severe gum …
Are You Wondering about Tooth Discoloration? Let’s Look at Some Common FAQs!
If we judge what is normal by what we see (and that’s just what we do), we might expect our smile to look bright and shining throughout our entire lifetime. There is nothing wrong with this desire. It’s completely expected when we are exposed to amazing smiles online and in movies every single day. Still, …
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Is Sedation Dentistry Right for Me?
Many people ask this question but, deep down, they already know the answer. If the thought of scheduling a dental appointment causes your heart to beat faster and your stomach to knot, you have some degree of dental anxiety. If you have trouble sleeping the night before you’re to see the dentist, you harbor some …
CEREC Can Make Your Dental Visits Easier
Our New York City sedation dentistry practice caters to patients who have a difficult time seeing the dentist. Oral care is integral to general health, wellness, and a strong sense of confidence in one’s smile. To help our patients take the best possible care of their teeth and gums, we have incorporated proven sedation techniques …
Dental Implants are One of the Most Popular Dental Treatments. Here’s Why!
Today, we know much more about dental health, so more people are keeping their natural teeth well into their senior years. In instances of tooth loss or necessary extraction, we also have a new approach to restoring the smile to its original condition, dental implants. In our NYC dental office, the vast majority of tooth …
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How to Keep COVID-19 from Affecting Your Oral Health
Boy, oh, boy, has this past year been something! For a short time, necessary but basic dental and medical care were put on hold. While offices reopened throughout 2020, many people still feel a sense of hesitancy to return to their routine screenings. Dental exams and cleanings are a crucial aspect of lifelong oral health, …
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You Should Know the Signs of Gingivitis and What to Do About Them
Brushing and flossing are daily tasks that cannot be overemphasized enough. We encourage patients every day to maintain these habits. They don’t just help prevent painful cavities, but they can also significantly decrease the risk of developing gum disease. Gum disease is a blanket term that more or less describes a continuum of infection in …
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