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…
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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…
When It’s Better Not To Brush

This post from the dentist at Rotem Dental Care in Toms River NJ is about tooth enamel, which is the hardest substance in the human body. Enamel’s job is protecting teeth from the constant assault of chemicals in food and drink. Enamel also safeguards tooth nerves from hot and cold food and beverages. That’s why…
Why Sports Drinks Put Teeth At Risk

Many health-conscious individuals exercise regularly, and some use sports drinks for hydration. If you’re among them, the team at Rotem Dental Care in Toms River NJ has a word of caution for you. While it’s true that they help keep electrolyte levels in the body, and pose fewer health risks than energy drinks, the acidity…
Fight Plaque Build-up!
If you have teeth, then you probably have at least some plaque build-up, too. It isn’t easy to see it and it isn’t always easy to get it off, so having a cleaning and checkup at Rotem Dental Care in Toms River NJ every six months is a very good idea. Plaque is a sticky…
Cosmetic Dentistry For Drop-Dead Gorgeous Smiles

At Rotem Dental Care in Toms River NJ, we expertly provide all of the advanced general and cosmetic dentistry procedures available to give you a stunning, drop-dead gorgeous smile. We also fill cavities with tooth-colored fillings that blend perfectly with your natural teeth. In addition, our hygienists perform the most thorough deep cleanings in Toms…
Are Floss Picks As Good As Regular Dental Floss?

Are floss picks as good as regular floss? While it’s better to floss with a floss pick than to not floss at all, it’s important to note that floss picks can only clean a part of the tooth’s surface. At Rotem Dental Care in Toms River NJ, our dentist recommends traditional floss or dental tape.…
Reinvent Yourself With A Smile Makeover

A cosmetic dentistry smile makeover from Rotem Dental Care in Toms River can boost your confidence: for an upcoming job interview, a promotion at work, or a new relationship. The process may include teeth whitening, invisible braces, veneers, dental implants, or gum tissue graft surgery. Many of these take time. Understanding the process requires only…
Dental Sealants For Perfect Smiles in Toms River

Regular brushing and flossing are essential for optimal oral health, and since those of us at Rotem Dental Care in Toms River want you to keep your beautiful smile, we encourage it. But brushing and flossing can’t do it all. That’s where sealants are invaluable. Dental sealants are a plastic material that is applied to…
Beware Acidic Diets! General Dentistry in Toms River

We don’t often think of a tooth as a body part that fluctuates in strength. They seem to have a steady hardness and functionality. But Rotem Dental Care in Toms River reminds you that teeth are dynamic organisms with chemical processes that occur constantly. The protective enamel that covers a tooth’s softer interior is made of…
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