Have you replaced your toothbrush lately? You don’t have to answer that. At Rotem Dental Care in Toms River, we recommend replacing your toothbrush every three months. Too many people wait too long to get a new toothbrush, which can be bad for their dental health. It’s one of the reasons why most dentists hand…
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Do You Have Periodontal Disease?
Periodontal disease is more common than you might think. At Rotem Dental Care in Toms River, we see patients with gum disease every day. Some patients aren’t even aware they have it until it’s been diagosed. Fortunately, it is a treatable condition. Periodontal disease, more commonly called gum disease, is an inflammation or infection of…
The Health And Beauty Consequences Of Missing Teeth
This message from Rotem Dental Care in Toms River NJ focuses on missing teeth and bone health, and how dental implants can make a difference. Our teeth have many important functions. We need them to chew our food, talk, and smile. But have you ever considered their role in holding up your face? When we…
6 Ways To Improve Your Smile
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Who would say no to a prettier smile? With so many cosmetic dentistry options available, like those from Rotem Dental Care in Toms River, anyone can get the smile they want. Here is a quick look at some of the most popular treatments. Teeth whitening is a very common procedure used to lighten stained teeth.…
Do I Floss My New Tooth Implant?
After one of our patients gets a dental implant from Rotem Dental Care in Toms River, one of the first things we discuss is caring for it. They wonder: is it any different than caring for natural teeth? Do I need to change my flossing technique? The answer is: it’s similar, but not exactly the…
Don’t Settle For An Unattractive Smile
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
No one likes to settle for less than the best, especially with something as important as your smile. At Rotem Dental Care in Toms River, we have the cosmetic dentistry solutions for your smile issues. Cosmetic dentistry refers to a group of procedures that, individually or collectively, create positive changes to your smile. One procedure,…
Missing Teeth? Dentures And Implants Restore Smiles
If you have had years of dental problems or are embarrassed by your teeth, the team at Rotem Dental Care in Toms River can help you find the restoration that’s right for you. You could be a candidate for complete or partial dentures or dental implants. A removable replacement for missing teeth, dentures can be…
How Long Should You Brush?
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
At Rotem Dental Care in Toms River, we recommend two minutes as a minimum time for brushing your teeth. Most people think they brush for at least that long, but might be surprised if they actually set a timer. Most of us only brush for about a minute, if that. So, there is always room…
Why Visit The Dentist?
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
At Rotem Dental Care in Toms River, our dental team works hard to keep the teeth and gums of each of our patients healthy. Teeth may seem like bone, but they are actually living structures. Inside that hard exterior is complex system of tissue. And the teeth themselves are anchored to your jaw by ligaments…
Can You Name 9 Dental Specialties?
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
Most people probably know how a pediatric dentist differs from an orthodontist. Some may even know the unique focus of endodontists. But few may know that the American Dental Association recognizes nine dental specialties. This post from Rotem Dental Care in Toms River looks at the specific disciplines within the fascinating world of dentistry and…
