Do you remember when the last time you visited the dentist was? Was it 6-months ago or so, as the recommendations of dentists across the globe? A year ago? More than a year? More than 5-years? Over a decade? Longer still?! If you have to think hard about the last time you went to the...
Have a tooth problem that is causing severe pain? It could be something as simple as a cavity that needs to be filled, or it could be something more painful and difficult to alleviate. Teeth problems come in all shapes and sizes and can affect us at any age, no matter how good our home...
Spring is in full swing. Many of us are doing a bit of spring cleaning to de-clutter and freshen up our homes and apartments for the warm weather season. Did you know that spring is one of the busiest times of the year for dentist visits and dental checkups? So, “spring cleaning” can mean more...
From a young age, many of us are taught habits that we can take with us through life. One of those is brushing your teeth twice a day, flossing daily, and visiting the dentist every 6 months. But at some point when we move off into the world, many of us do not maintain these...
“Spring Cleaning” often refers to how many of us clean our homes and apartments of clutter and dust following the cold and dark winter months. But how can this apply to our dental health? Springtime is one of the busiest for local dentists and for good reason. Spring is the time when we come out...
Many of us have fled the dentist after our appointment before the office scheduling manager could pencil us in for our next visit in 6 months. The fact is that people skip the dentist regularly and some at all costs. But this can lead to severe oral health issues that can adversely affect your overall...
We’ve all seen vintage footage or had loved ones who grew up having traditional braces in the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, and 90’s. After all, you couldn’t miss them! Bright shiny metal connectors between the teeth and elastic bands on the sides of the mouth were pretty hard to miss. Smiling or eating would trap all...
Our teeth come in many different shapes and sizes. As we age we continue to use our teeth and this means there is a lot of wear and tear over time. When you get older you’ll probably reduce your physical activity level and won’t run marathons anymore, but you will still eat every day. So,...
Going to the dentist is not very high on many Americans’ priorities. About half of people in rural areas have gone to the dentist in the past 12 months and nearly 2/3rds in urban areas. It could be because dental insurance is less common than health insurance or due to busy schedules. Whatever the reason, it’s...
Do you live in Coney Island or southern Brooklyn? Need to get into the dentist quickly but don’t know which dental practice is the best fit? Finding a qualified local dentist shouldn’t be hard, especially here in New York City, so let’s take a look at a few things to consider before making an appointment....
