Teen Teeth: Adolescent Oral Health

 adolescent dental issues

At Rotem Dental Care in Toms River NJ, we see decay and gum disease far too often in teens. Possible causes and complicating factors include insufficient dental hygiene, unhealthy diet, malocclusion (misaligned bite), smoking, hormonal changes, tooth grinding, mouth breathing, eating disorders, and side effects of medications. As children become more independent, some get lax…

To Chew Or Not To Chew

To Chew Or Not To Chew In Toms River

Hello gum chewers! In this post from Rotem Dental Care in Toms River NJ we’re going to talk about that sticky wad in your mouth. You know there can be benefits to gum chewing, but isn’t it a big risk for tooth decay? It really depends on the type of gum. Chewing regular sucrose-based gum…

Holidays Bring Dental Health Hazards

At Rotem Dental Care in Toms River NJ, we don’t like providing the reality check; especially around the holidays. Everyone wants to think positively and enjoy their time, and that’s well and good. But we would be an ineffective dental team if we didn’t remind you to take extra care of your teeth this holiday…

What You Need To Know About Oral Cancer

Toms River oral cancer screening

Every checkup at Rotem Dental Care in Toms River NJ includes a screening for oral cancer. Oral cancer refers to cancers in the tongue, mouth, lips, jaw, and throat. Oral cancer is about as serious as it gets. The American Cancer Society estimates that over 39,000 people will be diagnosed with it this year. Consider…

Dental Checkup: How Often?

When is the last time you had a dental checkup? At Rotem Dental Care in Toms River NJ, we recommend you have one every six months. If you have a higher risk for oral diseases, we recommend every four months. Know The Risk Factors For Oral Problems Most people are in a medium-to-low risk category…