Recently, the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons conducted a study that shows 69% of adults over 35 are missing at least one permanent tooth. By age 74, the number of adults missing all of their teeth reaches 26%. Tooth loss can be an embarrassing issue that hinders the health and beauty of your […]
Category: Tooth Decay
Astoria Dentist Explains the Benefits of a Cleaning with Today’s Quiz
When was the last time you received a dental cleaning? Many people underestimate the importance of this routine procedure. In today’s blog, your Astoria dentist, Dr. Jeffrey Leibowitz, explains the importance of undergoing a regular dental cleaning with a fun and informative quiz. […]
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Astoria Dentist Offers Dental Emergency Tips
What would you do in the event of a dental emergency? At some point in our lives, many of us will be faced with a broken tooth or extreme toothache. Your Astoria dentist, Dr. Jeffrey Leibowitz, provides emergency dental care to everyone, regardless of whether you are a current patient. If your dental emergency occurs […]
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Astoria Dentist Answers Questions About Professional Teeth Whitening
Do you hesitate to show your smile? Do you cover your mouth when you laugh? For many people, unsightly teeth stains can be an embarrassment. While over-the-counter teeth whiteners are popular, they rarely offer the same level of results as professional systems. In fact, many people who use store bought whiteners report tooth sensitivity and […]
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Dr. Leibowitz Explains How to Treat Tooth Decay with a Dental Filling
Treating tooth decay is an intricate but common practice, and one that may be vital to your continued good oral health. Unlike the common cold, tooth decay doesn’t resolve itself with rest and relaxation; like most dental diseases, tooth decay is progressive, and time is its greatest ally in the destruction of your teeth. Luckily, […]
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Astoria Dentist Discusses the New Face of Dental Fillings
If you’ve ever had to treat a cavity, or know someone who has, then you may be familiar with a dental filling. If the cavity was treated years ago, then there’s a good chance that the filling was made from silver amalgam—the dental filling material of choice for over a century. Amalgam makes for a […]
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Astoria Dentist Presents: The Cavity Quiz
Cavities, which are small holes that form in your tooth as decay eats away its structure, are often recognized for the discomfort that usually accompanies their presence. As children, many of us were told not to eat candy or other sweets because too much sugar causes cavities. The truth, however, is that even a small […]
What You Should Know About Tooth Decay and Root Canal Therapy
Did you know that over 90% of adults in America under the age of 60 have had at least one cavity in their permanent teeth? Cavities are also the number one chronic disease among school-aged children in America. When caught early, tooth decay can typically be treated or reversed with minimal invasion. However, severe tooth […]
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Astoria Dentist Weighs in on Dental Fillings
One of the oldest examples of ancient dentistry consists of a tooth whose cavity was filled with beeswax. In times past, our ancestors were quite inventive in their endeavors to treat dental issues. Materials that ancient humans used to fill teeth included stone chips, resin, cork, and eventually, metal. Today, the practice of removing and […]
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