With only between one and two percent of the nation immune to dental caries, you’re likely to develop a cavity at some point in your life. Whether an adult or a child, you are at risk of tooth decay forming in your smile. Do you have questions about cavities? Can they be prevented? How will […]
How Do You Stop Snoring?
Does your significant other often complain about loud, obnoxious snoring on your part? Do you often wake up feeling tired, like you barely slept at all? This may be a warning sign of a serious sleep disorder, one linked to snoring and one that affects over ten million people in the United States. Do you […]
Are TMJ Disorder And Bruxism Linked?
Do you regularly suffer from headaches? Do you feel soreness in your jaw? These are common symptoms of two different oral health concerns. While TMD and bruxism are separate disorders, they are often linked to one another. How does the doctor identify the problem plaguing your smile? What are your treatment options? […]
7 Tips For Improving Oral Health
nOur smiles are susceptible to oral health concerns, which may include tooth decay and even gum disease. However, by taking the right steps you can reduce the risk of developing common problems. With routine maintenance, as well as a healthier diet, you can strengthen your smile and help safeguard your gums and teeth against periodontal […]
Do You Need Preventive Dentistry?
Do you need preventive dentistry? Preventive dentistry refers to procedures designed to improve your smile’s health and protect it from the onset of common oral health issues. We want our patients to avoid the onset of issues such as tooth decay and gum disease whenever possible. If you’re a new patient, we also offer specials […]
Addressing Common Dental Emergencies
We understand that emergencies happen and rarely at convenient hours. If you find yourself facing a damaged, painful, or even missing tooth, contact our office. We can make arrangements for the doctor to meet with you outside of normal business hours and address the situation. However, if the issue could potentially be life threatening then […]
Are You Ready For A Dental Cleaning?
If you’ve gone more than half a year without a cleaning, then you are ready for one. These preventive visits are essential for protecting your smile from common oral health concerns. We always urge our patients to have their teeth professionally cleaned and examined at regular intervals to maintain healthy smiles. […]
May Events In Astoria
Once again, we’re taking time in our blog to let our patients know about a few upcoming events in the community. Enjoy the spring weather and see what our wonderful community has to offer. For more information on these events, visit here. In addition, if you want to embrace the warmer weather with a more […]
Why Do We Need Checkups?
When was the last time you stopped by the dentist for a routine checkup? Why do we need checkups? For many people, visiting the dentist only happens when a tooth becomes damaged or they experience discomfort. However, routine exams can help protect your smile and allow the doctor to address problems before they progress. […]
Things to Know About TMJ Disorder
If you pop your knuckles, it might not hurt much (although the habit can have uncomfortable consequences later in life, like arthritis). If your jaw pops, however, it can be more than just uncomfortable – it can also be a warning sign of TMJ disorder, a dysfunction that affects your jaw’s joints. The most important […]
