A lot of people clench or grind their teeth, especially as they sleep. It’s called bruxism and can lead to jaw pain and tooth damage. If this sounds like you or someone close to you, talk to us about it at Rotem Dental Care in Toms River NJ. Most grinding occurs during sleep. If you…
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6 Good Reasons To Visit Your Dentist More Often
Categories: General dentistry, Oral Health
Most people visit the dentist about once each year. As many as forty percent of Americans see their dentist less often; some wait as long as five years between visits! At Rotem Dental Care in Toms River NJ, we recommend a checkup every six months. Here are six great reasons to visit us more frequently.…
Teen Teeth: Adolescent Oral Health
Categories: Advanced dentistry, General dentistry
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…
The Ultimate Anti-Aging Treatment
If your teeth have grown yellow and dull over the years, professional teeth whitening from Rotem Dental Care in Toms River NJ can restore the natural beauty of your smile, and take years off your appearance. Toothpaste Can’t Erase All Stains Tooth enamel, while one of the toughest substances in the body, is porous. Over…
To Chew Or Not To Chew
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…
It’s Better To Prevent A Cavity Than Fill One
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
The goal of preventative dentistry is to keep your teeth and gums in good condition, so that you avoid tooth decay, gum disease, and other problems. As we say at Rotem Dental Care in Toms River NJ, it’s better to prevent a cavity than fill one. Of course, you have to do your part. Good…
Dental Health: Don’t Leave The Party Early!
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
At Rotem Dental Care in Toms River NJ, we are busy ringing in the New Year, same as you. But we decided to take a break in order to remind any patients, potential or recurring, to brush, floss, and watch what they eat during these holidays. As much as we despise being the serious ones…
Holidays Bring Dental Health Hazards
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
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
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
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?
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
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…
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