Tooth Tartar Threatens Teeth

Bacteria building particles, left untreated, create plaque that eventually turns to hardened tooth tartar.  Tartar, difficult to remove, leads to gum disease.  Good oral health habits can prevent tooth tarter from forming on your teeth. Where Tooth Tartar Comes From If you are not in the habit of brushing and flossing after meals, you will…

Exceptional Dentistry in Toms River

Exceptional dentistry is when the dental practice is part of the community for 20 years and advances its knowledge consistently for the benefit of its patients.  Such exceptional dentistry is Rotem Dental Care. The Center for Exceptional Dentistry Rotem Dental Care of Toms River was built 20 years ago in Ocean County by Dr. Ron…

Friends help Friends Smile

Smiling is a natural reaction to feeling happy, pleased or hearing something funny.  When people don’t smile as a natural reaction to these events, friends or family members need to take notice. Helping a Friend Smile If you know someone who always hides their smile with a hand over their mouth or tries to smile…

Oral Hygiene Basics

You know when your oral hygiene is working!  Your teeth feel fresh, your gums are pink and your breath is not a constant problem.  If you feel otherwise, it’s time to check up on your practice of oral hygiene for a good measure of health. Oral Hygiene for Gums Take a good look at your…

Blood Pressure Meds and Oral Health

If you have high blood pressure and are taking medications to control it, you should know how to protect yourself from the effect these medications have on your oral health. High Blood Pressure Affects Gums If you have been diagnosed with high blood pressure and you’ve been prescribed medications to control the condition, be aware…

Missing Teeth

It’s time for Halloween and carving up the pumpkin.  Part of the pumpkin carving tradition is to carve triangular eyes and missing teeth.  Missing teeth may be fun on a pumpkin, but in real life missing teeth are no laughing matter. Complications of Missing Teeth In addition to the cosmetic affect of missing teeth, the…

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October, Breast Cancer Awareness month, is fast approaching and heightened awareness turns to breast cancer.  There are many activities scheduled all over the country and other parts of the world to collect donations that aid in the research and battle against breast cancer.   It’s important to understand the connection of breast cancer and oral health.…

A Great Smile and You

Have you ever noticed that when you give someone a great big smile, they return a great smile in your direction?  That’s the double benefit of a great smile. It’s a giving thing! The Great Smile Endless Benefit It’s true!  Flashing a great smile makes anyone with you feel happy.  It makes you feel happy…