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…
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Smokeless Is Not Harmless

Cigarette sales have decreased in the past decade, and at Rotem Dental Care in Toms River we won’t kid you: we’re happy about that. But some people have switched to smokeless products, on the mistaken idea that smokeless tobacco is harmless. This is absolutely not true. Regardless of the specific type, this form of tobacco…
Pregnancy And Oral Health

Pregnancy is a happy time for most women. But even as you anticipate bringing new life into the world, it’s important to be aware that pregnancy can bring certain dental health risks. We can help you with them at Rotem Dental Care in Toms River NJ. Before you press the alarm button, let us clarify:…
What’s Your Dental Plan?

To have the best dental health, it helps if you develop a plan: a plan you stick to no matter what. Part of it should be regular checkups at Rotem Dental Care in Toms River, but there’s more to it than that. Here are some things you can consider for your dental plan. Brush your…
What Is General Dentistry?

If you explored our website before landing on this blog, you have may noticed the term “general dentistry” on the menu, along with other services. “General dentistry” may sound bland, but it isn’t. At Rotem Dental Care in Toms River, it’s your assurance that we can diagnose and treat your most essential issues, and ensure…
Call Them What You Will, Just Keep Them Healthy

Chompers. Pearly Whites. Dents. Gnashers. Grill. There are lots of nicknames for teeth, and that’s okay; we use them too, at Rotem Dental Care in Toms River. Whatever you call them, take good care of them so they last! Making time in your busy day to brush and floss is a habit that will pay…
Is Grandpa Smiling?

How are Americans doing when it comes to the dental health of those who are sixty-five and over? Well, at Rotem Dental Care in Toms River, we’ve got some good news and bad news. The Good News: Tooth decay rates in older Americans has decreased in the past thirty years. The Bad News: 25% of…
Signs Of Oral Cancer: What Not To Ignore

This post from Rotem Dental Care in Toms River focuses on a very serious issue, oral (oropharyngeal) cancers. The medical community identifies oral cancers as a subset of head and neck cancers. Oral cancers can occur in the following locations: The tongue The roof of the mouth and under the tongue The inside of the…
Find A Few Minutes To Floss

One of the reasons people give for not flossing their teeth is that it’s hard to fit it into their daily schedule. The team at Rotem Dental Care in Toms River wants to remind those folks that flossing their teeth is every bit as important to their dental health as brushing. It has an entirely…
How Often Should I Replace My Toothbrush?

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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