Get Your Teeth Whitening at the Dentist, Not the Store
A beautiful smile is a great social and professional asset. Unfortunately, many people aren’t happy with their smile. The most common complaint is about discolored teeth. If this is your problem, you might think the best choice is get a teeth whitening kit at the store. But there are many reasons why you should talk […]
Prosecco Isn’t the Only Wine That’ll Damage Your Teeth (Or Even the Worst)
Orange County, NY is wine country. It’s a well-kept secret, but it’s true. Not only do we love our wine, but we have many fine wineries in the countryside of the the beautiful and fertile Hudson Valley. However, our wine habit isn’t always good for our teeth. Recently, there’s been a focus on the potential dangers […]
4 Reasons Cost Shouldn’t Keep You from Getting Dental Care
We know how it is: it seems like every month there’s less money in the bank and more things to spend it on. It’s hard to decide what to spend our budget on and what to just skip. But if you’re considering skipping dental care because of cost, we want to say that may not […]
Don’t Believe That Unhealthy Gut Causes Receding Gums
The Internet has been great for distributing information. Unfortunately, that also includes misinformation, and it can sometimes be hard to tell the difference. Identifying the false information can be hard, and it’s tempting to believe articles that offer you a simple solution to a complex problem. And that’s the case with a recent natural news […]
Don’t Believe Inflated Claims about Tooth Loss from Braces
It’s a dramatic claim: braces are bad for your teeth. So bad, in fact, that they can lead to the destruction of your gums and the loss of teeth. The article is long, too, with many sources, which makes it seem convincing. There’s just one problem: there’s nothing in the article or its sources that […]
6 Benefits You Can Get from a Smile Makeover
Have you been considering a smile makeover? We understand it might be something you put off, but maybe that’s because you don’t appreciate all the potential benefits that you might get from a smile makeover. Here are some of the things that you might enjoy after you get your smile makeover. Be Happy with Your […]
Understand Your Filling Options
If you need a filling in Harriman or surrounding areas of Orange County, NY, then it’s important to understand what kinds of fillings you can get. These days you will usually be offered one of four different types of fillings. Metal Amalgam Fillings Metal amalgam fillings are an old solution to the problem of how […]
Cutting Down on Fast Food Can Improve Oral Health
You may know that fast food isn’t good for your waistline, but did you know it can be just as bad for your gumline? It’s true: fast food can be very bad for your oral health. Here’s how fast food is putting your oral health at risk. Sugar in Everything The average American consumes about […]
Tailored Intervention Improves Oral Hygiene in the Elderly
As we get older, it’s important to make sure we maintain good oral hygiene habits. Failure to keep up with good oral hygiene can increase the risk of many serious health conditions. Heart problems, stroke, and early cardiovascular death have all been associated with infected teeth and gums. Gum disease has also been related to […]
A Closer Look at How Smoking Affects Dental Implants
If you are considering dental implants, one of the key questions we’ll ask in your consultation is whether you’re a smoker. If you are a smoker, you have to be aware that smoking can have negative impacts on your dental implants. Understanding the effects can help you make a decision about whether implants are right […]