Posts Categorized: Preventive Dentistry

Sleep disorders can be tricky due to the fact that they occur when you are unconscious. You may minimize the severity of your issue since you do not personally see it firsthand. In these instances, the help of a trusted loved one can help to bring this issue to your knowledge. If your partner or… Read more »

We know that many of our patients and their friends and family will be celebrating Thanksgiving in a few days with a feast. We hope everyone has a great time, but we also want them to be aware of the potential risk to their smiles! In today’s blog, your Astoria, NY, dentist talks about avoiding… Read more »

Poor sleep could lead to issues resting and impact your overall quality of life. Which is why when you suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), we want to offer relief with an oral appliance. In today’s blog, your Astoria, NY, dentist talks about how we treat sleep apnea.

TMJ disorder, also known as TMD, is a common disorder related to your jaw joints. Without treatment, the strain could mean worsening symptoms and even major complications. In today’s blog, your Astoria, NY, dentist talks about how we treat the causes of TMD, and how we bring relief with an oral appliance.

We need to brush and floss daily to keep your smile healthy and strong. But that is not enough to address major plaque buildup! For that, you need a professional cleaning. In today’s blog, your Astoria, NY, dentist talks about the benefits of a professional dental cleaning every six months.

No matter how old you are, Halloween means an increased risk of tooth decay. The risk of cavities will only get worse once the holiday season begins! In today’s blog, your Astoria, NY, dentist talks about how you can avoid the onset of tooth decay, and the treatments our team can offer to protect your… Read more »

When you have trouble sleeping, waking up in the night or feeling exhausted during the day, you could be suffering from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a common disorder that impacts millions. To bring relief and help you avoid major complications, then your Astoria, NY, dentist could offer sleep apnea treatment.

If you grind or clench your teeth on a regular basis, this could mean you have bruxism. Without treatment, this could damage the teeth and lead to issues like cavities and infection. In today’s blog, your Astoria, NY, dentist talks about how we diagnose and treat common oral health issues like bruxism.

TMJ disorder, also referred to as TMD, is a serious jaw joint disorder that impacts millions of smiles. Without treatment, this could cause painful symptoms and complicate how you open and close your mouth. Your Astoria, NY, dentist can offer oral appliance therapy to comfortably treat this disorder and bring relief.