How’s Your Summer Smile Stacked Up Against the Sun? June 21st is the official start of summer and this means bright color clothing, swimsuits, sunglasses, family get-together’s on the beach and a bright summer smile. Is your summer smile as sparkling as the rays of the sun? If not, make your appointment for teeth whitening…
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Check List for Dental Emergencies
Categories: Dental, Oral Hygiene
Preparedness for Dental Emergencies Can Save Your Teeth There are important steps to follow in dental emergencies depending on the specifics of the dental emergency. First you should find out if your dentist has a telephone number for emergency care. If your dentist does not offer emergency care, he or she will commonly have an…
Have Your Considered Cosmetic Dentistry?
Improve Your Smile with Cosmetic Dentistry Over the years, Ocean County Dentist, Dr. Ron Rotem, has heard many stories from his patients about an unhealthy smile standing in the way of their success, both professionally and personally. These incidents have lead people to lose self esteem and opportunities in the work place and in personal…
Yellow Teeth Caused by Aging
Categories: Dental, Oral Hygiene
Yellow Teeth May Not be Your Fault! Many people know that yellow teeth can be caused by smoking, drinking coffee and/or tea and red wine. If you’re not using or consuming any of those products, you’re probably wondering why you have yellow teeth. The culprit is most likely part of the natural aging process. Yellow…
Cosmetic Dentistry – Treatment or Trend?
Cosmetic Dentistry – Option and Necessity Many believe cosmetic dentistry to be a trend rather than a treatment; an option rather than a necessity. People with good oral health but unattractive teeth choose cosmetic dentistry as an option, but many times cosmetic dentistry is a necessity as an integral part of restoring an unhealthy oral…
Dry Mouth Syndrome is A Symptom of Possible Underlying Disease
Categories: Dental, Oral Hygiene
Do You Think You Have Dry Mouth Syndrome? Dry Mouth Syndrome is not a disease, but rather a symptom and indication of other possible health problems. Approximately 10% of the population suffer from dry mouth, with 25% of the total affecting predominantly elderly people. What is Dry Mouth Syndrome? Dry Mouth Syndrome is an indication…
Dental Floss – Which is Best to Use?
Categories: Dental, Oral Hygiene
Are Too Many Dental Floss Choices Confusing You? When you’re shopping for dental floss and you look at the wall of choices hanging before you, it’s difficult to know which is best for you. They are woven, waxed, glide, thick, thin, flavored and unflavored. So many choices, which do you choose? Dental Floss – The…
Bruxism – A Side Effect of Anxiety That Can Affect Your Teeth
Categories: Dental, Oral Hygiene
If You Grind Your Teeth, You May Have Bruxism Grinding your teeth and clenching your jaw, many times without knowing you are doing it, could mean you suffer from Buxism. Bruxism can lead to a host of symptoms of TMJ and joint pain, headaches and more. Damage Caused by Bruxism to Your Teeth Michael Gelb,…
Toothbrushes – Confused by the Varieties?
Categories: Dental, Oral Hygiene
Are All Toothbrushes The Same? There are basically three types of toothbrushes. Rechargeable Electric Power Toothbrush (includes Sonic) Manual Toothbrush (no electric power) Battery Operated Toothbrush Each of these types of toothbrushes offers a different type of plaque removal. Which Toothbrush to Use for Improved Plaque Removal? A 2005 independent study revealed that “Brushes that…
Oral Cancer – Do You Know the Symptoms?
Categories: Dental, Oral Hygiene
Who is at High Risk for Oral Cancer? According to the American Cancer Society, men over 50 have twice the propensity of developing oral cancer than women. Smoking pipes, cigars or cigarettes will make you 6 times more likely to develop oral cancer. Chewing tobacco can lead to cancer of the cheeks, gums and lips.…
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