Aging and Dental Health

As people age, they face new health and lifestyle challenges that may take priority over their dental health. It is critical for senior citizens to continue to see a dentist for cleanings, to check for gum disease and to address…
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Top 3 Ways to Prevent Gum Disease

The top three ways to prevent gum disease are as follows. Brush and floss at least twice a day. Brushing after meals helps remove food debris and plaque trapped between your teeth and gums. Don’t forget to include your tongue;…
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Preventing Gum Disease

While some people are more at risk for developing gum disease than others, there are ways to help prevent it such as brushing, flossing, visiting the dentist on a regular basis and not smoking. What is gum disease, and what are the…
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Signs of Oral Cancer

Screenings for oral cancer should take place at every regular dental visit and include visual checks of the inside of the mouth, the tongue and the lips and sometimes X-rays of the bone structure. If detected early, oral cancer may…
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Screening for Oral Cancer

Screenings for oral cancer should take place at every regular dental visit and include visual checks of the inside of the mouth, the tongue and the lips and sometimes X-rays of the bone structure. If detected early, oral cancer may…
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Electric Toothbrush Vs. Manual Toothbrush

The pros and cons of manual toothbrushes versus electric toothbrushes depends on the user. For instance, I used a manual toothbrush most of my life. I started using an electric toothbrush about three years ago and I absolutely love it! …
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Ways to Ensure a Pain Free Dental Visit

There are some ways that a dentist and a patient can ensure a pain free dental visit. For the patient it’s simple, going to a dentist regularly and not waiting for a crisis. Again for patients, taking care of your…
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Pain Free Dentist Visits

Dr. John Vitale understands that patients may be nervous and somewhat fearful of dental procedures so he gets to know his patients and builds trust to ensure their comfort while in the dental chair. Local anesthetic, topical anesthetic, IV sedation…
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Parents: Don’t Blame Genetics

Parents may sometimes blame genetics but the reality is that you cannot blame genetics on tooth decay in kids. The primary cause for tooth decay in children is having a child’s mouth that is not optimally clean. Parents tend to…
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