When you take proper care of your oral health at home, seeing the dentist twice a year may feel like a waste of time. However, these visits can help detect problems like cavities and gingivitis sooner than you would be able to on your own. In today’s blog, Leibowitz Family Dentistry in Astoria, NY, is […]
Category: General Dentistry
How We Offer Relief From TMJ Disorder and Bruxism
When you have persistent pain in your jaw, face, or head, this could be connected to your smile. Oral health issues like TMJ disorder and bruxism are separate but often related issues that are caused by jaw joint strain. In today’s blog, your Astoria, NY, dentist talks about how we offer relief from these disorders […]
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Your New Year’s Resolutions Should Include Your Smile
What New Year’s resolutions have you made? If you plan on making some changes to your life in 2023, we think you should include your smile’s health and beauty. In today’s blog, your Astoria, NY, dentist talks about different resolutions you could make to keep your teeth bright and gums healthy! […]
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Use Your 2022 Benefits Before They Expire
Do you have dental insurance or possibly a health savings account? If so, then you have money and benefits that may expire at the end of December unless used. In today’s blog, your Astoria, NY, dentist wants to help you start a new year with your bright and healthy smile by using your benefits before […]
A Better Diet Protects Your Teeth
The foods we eat and the drinks we consume are major factors in the health of your smile. In fact, what you eat and drink could have a major impact on the health of your teeth and gums. To reduce the risk of everything from cavities and bad breath to gum disease and tooth loss, […]
Let’s Use Your Benefits Before They’re Gone
Before you know it, the holidays will be here and the end of the year right behind them. Which means if you haven’t used your 2019 dental insurance benefits, you’re running out of time to do so. In today’s blog, your Astoria, NY, dentist discusses our treatment options and using your benefits now to ensure […]
Have You Used Your 2018 Benefits?
As we get closer to the holidays, our schedules will be become pretty hectic. We want to remind our Astoria, NY, patients that scheduling a visit now means a chance to your use your 2018 dental insurance benefits before they expire! You still have time to greet 2019 with an improved smile. […]
FAQs About Tori
In our blog we often talk about the more common oral health issues we address, such as tooth decay or periodontal disease. However, there is a rare dental health problem rarely discussed: mandibular tori. These bony growths can impact how oral appliances and orthodontics fit, and sometimes lead to discomfort. We’re going to answer a […]
Does A Toothache Mean You Need A Dental Visit?
Did you know there are several issues that can lead to an aching tooth? In some cases, these are temporary issues and the pain will simply stop. However, the discomfort could also be a sign of a serious oral health concern and require a visit to your dentist. […]
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Have a Loose Tooth? Your Dentist Can Save It!
Healthy teeth are the strongest parts of your body, and they owe much of their strength to their roots, which are embedded within your jawbone. When the foundation of periodontal tissues and jawbone is weakened, your teeth can become loose (known as tooth mobility), making them less able to effectively bite and chew. Today, we […]
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