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 …
By: Dr. Samantha Rawdin As adults, we know that maintaining our oral health requires consistency and diligence. For kids? Consistency and diligence don’t even begin to cover it. Sometimes, just getting them into the bathroom to brush can be a challenge, let alone making sure each of their tiny little teeth are free of plaque. …
By: Dr. Rebecca Koenigsberg Are white or brown spots on your teeth standing in the way of the smile of your dreams? What is causing them and how do you get rid of them? Here’s the breakdown: What causes white or brown spots on your teeth? Dental Fluorosis – This is caused by overexposure to …
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You know how sensitive your teeth feel when you head outside in the winter and breathe through your mouth? What causes this seasonal tooth pain? How does neglecting your pearly whites increase the risk? And what are the best ways to alleviate the discomfort? Read on! What causes seasonal/temperature related tooth pain? Extreme temperatures caused by …
By: Rosie Torres, R.D.H. It’s the most wonderful time of the year and many of us are scrambling for some last-minute gifts, even if you’ve made your list and checked it twice. You’ve probably already shopped for clothes, toys, electronics, and books. So how about getting your friends and loved ones something that is both …
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By: Dr. Robert C. Rawdin, D.D.S., F.A.C.P. Yes, November is sleep comfort month. This topic conjures up many different ideas, so here are some key information points to help you analyze your sleep habits and evaluate how well you are sleeping and what you can do to improve your own personal sleep comfort. What’s standing …
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Are you devoted to your dental hygiene regimen, following all the recommendations, but still getting cavities? Brushing and flossing are essential to good oral health, but there are other factors that may be contributing to your high cavity rate. But first let’s reviews what causes cavities to form: What causes cavities? Your teeth are covered …
1. I Broke My 3-Front Teeth- Ouch! Our long-time patient, Howard, tripped and broke three front teeth on a Saturday (Image on screen). I suggested he wait a few days for the swelling to go down and to feel more comfortable. He came in on Tuesday and we made three new crowns while he …
If your kids brush their teeth only once per day, that’s definitely better than not all. But when is the best time to brush? In the morning or at night? Brushing In the Morning Toothbrushing should be done both in the morning after eating breakfast and in the evening after eating dinner and any snacks. …
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By: Dr. Andrew Koenigsberg Over time food, drink, medication and age can discolor your teeth. The good news is that there are safe and effective at-home whitening kits that can lighten them by as much as eight shades. Our preferred at-home method is using custom whitening trays with the Philips Zoom Whitening kit. It is …
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