It happens to most people at least once in their life: your teeth become sensitive to cold drinks, or a tooth develops a dull ache, or a sore on the gums doesn’t heal up. It could even be as simple as an injured tooth darkening or pain developing in your lower sinus area. These are…
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Don’t Like Dental Visits? Go Anyway.
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
It’s no secret that many dread going to the dentist. Whether they associate dental visits with shame, pain, or financial drain, they avoid it at all costs. At Staten Island Dental Care, we encourage all our patients to see their dentist regularly. This way, you can prevent more uncomfortable dental procedures, like fillings and root…
3 Cavity Fighters For Staten Island Kids
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
Most parents know the basics of children’s dental health: brush regularly, reduce sugar intake, limit snacking, and get enough calcium and Vitamin D. At Staten Island Dental Care, we recommend three additional tools for preventing cavities in youngsters: Sealants: Dental sealants are applied to the chewing surfaces of the molars, where they become an added…
7 Surprising Causes Of Bad Breath
Anyone with chronic bad breath understands the embarrassment and frustration associated with this condition. As unpleasant as it is, rest assured we can help at Staten Island Dental Care. There are several possible causes for bad breath, some that you may overlook: Poor oral hygiene Digestive problems Systemic infection Bacteria on dentures Gum disease Food…
4 Reasons To Look For The ADA Seal
Here’s a suggestion from Staten Island Dental Care: when you go to the store for dental products, be sure that what you choose has the American Dental Association Seal of Acceptance. Here are four ways the ADA seal can help you make good oral care choices for you and your family. Products with the seal…
3 Vital Reasons to Floss Regularly
Flossing your teeth is one of those things you should do every single day in order to maintain healthy teeth and gums. Too many people skip flossing, though. In this post from Staten Island Dental Care, we’ll give you three very good reasons why you should make it part of your regular dental health regimen.…
5 Ways To Prevent A Cracked Tooth
Cracked teeth can be painful, unattractive, and costly to repair. In this post from Staten Island Dental Care, we offer an easy-to-follow list of tips to keep your teeth whole and strong. Avoid chewing on hard things. Patients should steer clear of ice, hard candies, hard nuts, popcorn, and beef jerky. Beware pitted fruits. That…
Is Your Smile In A World Of Hurt?
Do you have extreme tooth damage, bone loss, or few to no remaining teeth? This post from Staten Island Dental Care is for anyone whose mouth is in a world of hurt. We understand how dental issues impact you every day of your life. Whatever the cause of the condition – severe mouth injury, disability,…
Patient Education Improves Dental Outcomes
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
At Staten Island Dental Care we emphasize the importance of good dental health to each one of our patients, every time one of them sits down for a checkup. Since patient education improves outcomes, we answer every dental health question and thoroughly explain every procedure. At every checkup, we examine you for any signs of…
Foaming At The Mouth: Are You Brushing Right?
In today’s post, let’s look at some specifics about brushing your teeth, and its importance to dental health. One key to activating the value of toothpastes is creating foam when properly brushing. Working up a good foam is accomplished by pre-wetting the toothbrush, then attacking at a 45 rather than 90 degree angle. The foaming…
