By: Dr. Rebecca Koenigsberg April marks Oral Cancer Awareness Month, emphasizing the importance of making oral cancer screening a regular part of your dental exam routine. Close to 54,000 Americans will be diagnosed with oral or oropharyngeal cancer this year. It will cause over 9,750 deaths, killing roughly 1 person per hour, 24 hours per …
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By: Rosie Torres, R.D.H. All of your teeth fall out. And then you wake up. Has this ever happened to you? Frantically, you feel your face and teeth, rush to the nearest mirror with horror but then give a big sigh of relief when you see your reflection.So what toothifying dreams are you having? Are …
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While many patients are aware of the benefits of brushing and flossing, these actions alone cannot keep the smile completely healthy. It is highly recommended that patients visit their dental team on a regular basis for a cleaning and evaluation at least every six months. This allows our dental staff at Gallery 57 Dental to …
By: Rosie Torres, R.D.H. Veganism definitely has some health benefits because it’s based on a plant-based diet. Eating more veggies is good for your pearly whites, but not every vegan food makes mouths “hap-pea.” Leave Meat Alone Being a vegan means that you do not eat any animal products. Like vegetarians, vegans do not eat …
Did you know that 29.1 people living in the USA have diabetes. Maintaining a healthy mouth is essential for everyone, but presents a bigger challenge for those suffering from diabetes. If you have diabetes and you are over 50, your risk is even higher. The link between diabetes and oral health problems is high blood …
Feeling stressed? Research has shown that 75% of Americans face moderate to highly stressful situations on a regular basis. Luckily our bodies are designed to handle short term stress. But prolonged or chronic stress can have major health consequences, sometimes leading to heart issues, high blood pressure, headaches and depression. Did you know that too …
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No matter how old you are, the Halloween holiday is a time for candy. But while that sugar high might be great in the moment, your dentist at Gallery 57 Dental in New York, NY, probably isn’t too thrilled about it. Here are just a few of the worst offenders when it comes to dental …
By:Elena Chistokhina, RDH Nothing is more flattering than a gorgeous, healthy smile. We all know that taking care of your teeth and gums is important for dental and overall health. Brushing teeth at least twice a day is a good start, but regular brushing may not be enough. Unfortunately toothbrush bristles aren’t small enough to effectively clean …
While the teeth are strong and designed to last a lifetime, sometimes life and accidents get in the way! An injury or trauma to a tooth can result in a variety of issues that patients might not realize, especially if they avoid the problem at hand. Signs of a cracked or broken tooth can be …
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By: Dr. Andrew Koenigsberg Articles have emerged discouraging removal of wisdom teeth, especially when they are not creating pain or other problems. Wisdom teeth, or third molars, most often erupt between the ages of 17-26 and sometimes cause symptoms such as root damage and swelling and eventually need to be removed.Some dental experts believe in extracting …
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