by: Dionne Nicholls The past few years have been transformational for us at Financially CLEAN, the non-profit financial literacy youth program born out of our desire to give the next generation the head start we did not have. My name is Dionne Nicholls, a former Fashion Executive, and my partner Shaun Lynda, a former Wall […]
It’s hard to know when a cavity is about to strike, which is why finding out you have a cavity during a dental exam might be a complete shock. But, even though you may not feel a cavity forming, plaque is working overtime to damage your teeth. Thankfully, there are some ways you can prevent […]
By: Dr. Rebecca Koenigsberg Despite the popularity of mouthwash, there is much controversy over it’s effectiveness. But does mouthwash do more than freshen breath? Dental Mouthwash Is A Useful Weapon In The Dental Arsenal Besides freshening your breath, dental mouthwash is a useful weapon in your dental health arsenal. There are many kinds of rinses available […]
by: Dr. Andrew Koenigsberg and Dr. Rebecca Koenigsberg The introduction of fluoride in water and toothpastes over the last 70 years has led to large decreases in dental decay. One of the 20thCentury’s Greatest health Achievements Water fluoridation was a major breakthrough for national oral health when it was first introduced in 1945 in Grand Rapids, […]
Whether you’re eating a salad or an order of french fries, chances are you’re marginally aware of how each one might affect your health. Because we’ve been so conditioned by advertising and fad diets, we think it’s pretty rare to look at food and not think about the health consequences of eating it. But why […]
Ah, Summer. The season of iced coffee, ice cream and iced- anything that will cool you off from this heat! But, for those of us who suffer from tooth sensitivity, these methods to beat the heat can also be the culprit for some oral discomfort. What Causes Tooth Sensitivity? To understand tooth sensitivity, we must […]
We here at Gallery 57 Dental have seen so many smiles through the years, but the most memorable ones come with happy, confident people. Confidence is key to expressing yourself, and nothing ruins confidence like self-consciousness about your teeth. If you’re ready to learn more about your options for a better smile, without the obvious […]
Graduation tends to evoke a time for reflection and a chance to take a step back and look at the big picture. The day-in and day-out routine of a long schooling process can sometimes diminish the excitement that was so alive at the start—graduation gives you a chance to reignite that spark as you’re able […]
Cavities may seem like a distant and unpleasant memory that occurred in your childhood and adolescence, but older adults experience what is known as the second round of cavities. With some simple changes, though, you can reduce your risk for developing cavities. Why Do Older Adults Have Cavities? Children develop cavities because they are just learning […]
It’s National Women’s Health Week! And since our oral health is an important part of maintaining our overall health, we thought we’d point out a few reasons why it’s especially important for the fairer sex to take care of those pearly whites. So come on ladies, let’s get our toothbrushes in formation… Hormonal Changes Whether […]
