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May3

Saliva And Dental Health

In this post from Rotem Dental Care in Toms River NJ, we consider the importance of your saliva. Though many people think it’s gross, saliva is essential for dental health and digestion. Saliva is mostly water, but a small portion of it is enzymes, antibacterial substances, mucus, and minerals. The ideal pH balance of the…

Apr26

Oral Cancer: Early Diagnosis Makes A Big Difference

This message from Rotem Dental Care in Toms River concerns oral cancer. When it comes to oral cancer survival rates, two numbers are key: 40% and 90%. 40% of men and women who receive a late-stage diagnosis die within five years. However, the survival rate for early stage diagnosis is 90%. Oral Cavity and Oropharynx—Mouth…

Apr19

The Health And Beauty Consequences Of Missing Teeth

This message from Rotem Dental Care in Toms River focuses on missing teeth, bone health, and dental implants. 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 lose teeth, the bone around the site…

Apr12

What Can Fluoride Do For You?

This post from Rotem Dental Care in Toms River NJ focuses on fluoride: What is it, exactly, and why is it so beneficial to your dental health? The Miracle Mineral Fluoride is a mineral, plain and simple. Fluoride is found in different foods as well as in water. Many adjust the fluoride content of their…

Mar22

Crooked Teeth And Cavities

Many people seem to think that orthodontists only change the look of your teeth. But at Rotem Dental Care in Toms River, we explain that straight teeth tend to be healthier teeth, becuase your ability to clean them is enhanced when your teeth are straight and uncrowded. When uneven teeth begin to crowd together, it…

Mar15

Soda Spells Double Trouble

Soft drinks, soda, pop. No matter what you call it, it seems to be the dietary villain of choice. In this post from Rotem Dental Care in Toms River NJ, we are going to give you yet another reason to avoid this ubiquitous drink. Soda inflicts a double whammy of damage to your dental health…

Mar8

For A Healthier Smile, Stop Doing This

In this blog post from Rotem Dental Care in Toms River, we have a few tips that will help you maintain your oral hygiene in between visits to our office. The list is comprised of things you shouldn’t do: Chew sugared gum all day. Cavities, a sore jaw, or damaged bridgework may result. If you…

Feb22

What Does Your Toms River Dentist Need To Know?

To maintain good dental health, you should see us at Rotem Dental Care in Toms River NJ every six months. That’s when our hygienist will clean your teeth, and our dentist will give you a thorough checkup. These exams are the perfect time to discuss issues related to dental health. Make sure to tell us…

Feb15

Get On Top of Your To-Do List

Is it time to get your life back in order? Maybe you’ve let certain things slide: things like refilling a prescription, changing your furnace filter, getting your oil changed – or make a dental appointment with Rotem Dental Care in Toms River NJ. If you’ve been pushing dental work onto the back burner, maybe it’s…

Feb8

Watch Out For Hidden Sugar

This message from the dentist at Rotem Dental Care in Toms River NJ is about sugar. Every health-conscious parent knows that sugar is the number one cause of cavities for kids. (It’s not good for adult teeth, either.) Because of cavity risks, low nutritional value, and high-calorie content, many parents want to limit the sugar…

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