General Dentistry Archives - Page 10 of 11

Weighing The Benefits and Risks Of Colgate’s Total Toothpaste

September 21, 2016

The New York Times asks why a chemical, triclosan, the FDA banned from soaps still exists in Colgate Total Toothpaste. https://www.nytimes.com/2016/09/07/well/live/why-your-toothpaste-has-triclosan.html?_r=0 Colgate believes the full weight of scientific evidence they’ve collected over 25 years supports Colgate Total’s safety and efficacy. What are the benefits of this chemical ingredient? In 2013, studies showed that toothpastes with triclosan […]

Weighing The Benefits and Risks Of Colgate’s Total Toothpaste Read More »

Strong Is Beautiful – eMax Veneers!

August 31, 2016

Welcome to the world of eMax Veneers! eMAX, made of the finest porcelain ceramic materials, allows us to create very strong, thin veneers with minimal removal of tooth.When used properly for single tooth restorations its success rate is over 99%. These quality restorations of unmatched beauty, fit and strength can be created in our in-house lab

Strong Is Beautiful – eMax Veneers! Read More »

New Evidence Reconfirms Link Between Periodontal Disease And Heart Disease

August 26, 2016

A new study from The Netherlands finds that people with chronic gum disease have a significantly higher rate of heart disease and stroke https://www.reuters.com/article/us-health-gums-heart-idUSKCN10Y238. This adds to a growing body of research linking gum, (periodontal), disease to heart disease and strokes. It is significant because it reviewed the health records of over 60,000 patients. While researchers are

New Evidence Reconfirms Link Between Periodontal Disease And Heart Disease Read More »

Cerec And Invisalign – Together At Last

August 6, 2016

Two of the most innovative dental technologies, CEREC and Invisalign, are now compatible. Invisalign is the premier provider of clear positioners for straightening teeth. Their almost invisible trays are a popular way for adults to straighten their teeth. Up to 2/3 of adults could benefit from straighter teeth which not only look better but are

Cerec And Invisalign – Together At Last Read More »

Milling crowns with Samantha, our lab technician

August 6, 2016

Talk about 10 Years Forward.. 10x faster!” Our milling machine is one piece of our in-house lab that creates crowns in a single visit. How? Once the Doctor has scanned the patients prepped teeth, the technicians get busy in designing the new crown and milling it. Next step, is for the doctor to try the

Milling crowns with Samantha, our lab technician Read More »

Is flossing overrated? Maybe- but you still need to remove the plaque!

August 4, 2016

Recent reports removing the recommendation to floss, have led to rejoicing among many people and shock and despair for dental hygienists. https://www.nytimes.com/2016/08/03/health/flossing-teeth-cavities.html?_r=0 But what was actually said and what does it mean? The Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services are required by law to have strong scientific research for every recommendation. The reality is

Is flossing overrated? Maybe- but you still need to remove the plaque! Read More »

The Scoop On Ice Cream And Dental Health

July 6, 2016

Summer’s here and the heat is rising. On these hot sultry days, ice cream and other ice-cold sugar-packed treats are hard to resist. Here are some tips on how to indulge, without putting your dental health at risk. Ice cream is a good source of calcium, which keeps the teeth healthy. But unfortunately it’s packed

The Scoop On Ice Cream And Dental Health Read More »

Take 10-Years Off Your Smile With KORS Whitening System

June 14, 2016

You can take years off your smile, using KORS unique whitening system. Remove discoloration caused by age, food, drinks and smoking, and control how white your teeth become. Developed by an American dentist, Dr. Rod Kurthy in California, it is the only teeth whitening product that relies entirely on refrigeration to keep the whitening

Take 10-Years Off Your Smile With KORS Whitening System Read More »

National Women’s Health Week (including dental health!)

May 11, 2016

It’s National Women’s Health Week this week and we’re making women’s health (including dental health) a priority. Here are some dental health issues that are related to women. Gum Disease – Research shows a link between gum disease and a variety of health problems that affect women. Heart disease – Women with gum disease may be

National Women’s Health Week (including dental health!) Read More »

Soothing Tooth Sensitivity

April 7, 2016

If biting into an ice cream cone or sipping a hot cup of coffee has you seeing stars, then you might be one of the approximately 40 million Americans suffering from teeth sensitivity. What causes tooth sensitivity? When the dentin on your tooth becomes exposed, the nerve endings may become sensitized. Here are some ways

Soothing Tooth Sensitivity Read More »

Weighing The Benefits and Risks Of Colgate’s Total Toothpaste

Strong Is Beautiful – eMax Veneers!

New Evidence Reconfirms Link Between Periodontal Disease And Heart Disease

Cerec And Invisalign – Together At Last

Milling crowns with Samantha, our lab technician

Is flossing overrated? Maybe- but you still need to remove the plaque!

The Scoop On Ice Cream And Dental Health

Take 10-Years Off Your Smile With KORS Whitening System

National Women’s Health Week (including dental health!)

Soothing Tooth Sensitivity

Don’t Hesitate
to Contact Us

Have a Question? Get in Touch Now!

Book An Appointment

QUICK LINKS

OUR LOCATION

Gallery57Dental

OFFICE HOURS

General Dentistry

Don’t Hesitateto Contact Us