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 […]
Category: General Dentistry
How Do You Treat Tooth Decay?
If you develop a cavity then treatment is crucial for avoiding more serious complications, such as a toothache or a dental infection. How do you treat tooth decay? The doctor may recommend restorative dentistry to repair a tooth. You can once again enjoy a healthy, functional, and lifelike tooth. […]
Safeguard Your Smile This Thanksgiving
With Thanksgiving now just a few days away you may be joining your friends or family for a holiday feast. While enjoying the scrumptious offerings is fun, be aware of the risk certain foods can pose to your oral health. With the right steps, you can safeguard your smile this Thanksgiving from tooth decay and […]
Avoid Toothaches This Halloween
Children and adults alike love Halloween. For kids, this is a chance to go around the neighborhood in costumes, collecting bags of candy. While nothing is wrong with the occasional sweets, too much candy can increase the risk of serious oral health issues, such as tooth decay and toothaches. Fortunately, you can help avoid toothaches […]
Couples Terrarium Workshop in Astoria
If you’ve got a penchant for Valentine’s Day, you may find yourself feeling a bit too ready the day before or rather blue a couple days after this romantic holiday has come and gone. Rather than wallow, we encourage you and your sweetheart to stop and smell the roses – or whatever plant you choose […]
How Can I Evade Enamel Erosion?
By now you’ve probably heard that the enamel covering your teeth is the strongest natural substance found in your body. It has to be hard; how else could it possibly withstand the stress inflicted by biting, chewing, and exposure to hot and cold substances? Despite its relative hardness, tooth enamel isn’t totally invincible. And while […]
A Link Between Personality and Oral Hygiene?
Most of us have a pretty good idea about what it takes to maintain our oral health. We know to brush and floss, to avoid sugary foods, and to visit our dentist for teeth cleaning and dental exams. Why, then, are cavities and gum disease so common? Researchers believe that personality traits may be what […]
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Would You Stop Snoring, If You Could?
Snoring is something you might just learn to live with, especially if it doesn’t wake you up at night. Your sleeping partner, however, may feel differently after losing several nights of precious sleep because of the noise. The problem for many people who snore isn’t that they don’t want to stop, but rather that they […]
The Dos and Don’ts of Smart Brushing
When it comes to oral hygiene, is it possible to have too much of a good thing? It depends, says Astoria, NY general dentist Dr. Jeffrey Leibowitz. Generally speaking, brushing your teeth is always a good idea. After all, it protects you from the damaging effects of tooth decay and periodontal disease. The key to […]
The Sinister Side of Dental Plaque
If you enjoy the feeling of clean teeth, then you probably don’t need any additional motivation to clean the sticky plaque off of them whenever you feel it accumulating. Nevertheless, understanding what plaque is and the danger it poses might inspire you to take necessary steps to prevent its accumulation in the first place. Your […]
