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Worry not. If you're well informed, it turns out that you can do quite a lot should you have an accident and suffer a chipped or cracked tooth. Let's face it; this type of mishap is, unfortunately, much more common than we would like. At one time or another, who hasn't bitten down on some savory nuts, a sweet, delicious piece of hard candy, or a ch...

As your local dental professional will tell you, there is no substitute for brushing and flossing one's teeth when it comes to keeping those pearly whites looking as nice and healthy as can be. Each and every day, your oral care routine should become as ingrained in you as grabbing that cup of coffee, green tea, or smoothie to start your morning. I...

Own your oral health by following these easy steps. In today's society, most of us are obsessed with our smile. It's got to be bright and dazzling; nothing less will do. And that's not necessarily a bad thing. We all want to look our best. So, if striving for a photogenic smile pushes us to observe better daily oral health habits, then we're certai...

You've just finished your annual dental check-up and are feeling pretty good about things. There are no cavities that need to be treated and the hygienist just removed some rather dark coffee stains from your teeth by means of a thorough cleaning and whitening treatment. Yet, as you look over your teeth in the small mirror the dentist just handed y...

A great-tasting toothpaste that's better for you and great for the planet. The oral care industry has no shortage of so-called premium toothpaste, brushes, floss and rinses with catchy brand names and memorable taglines. They all promise you amazing results as well as the sun, moon and stars. More often than not, though, these products leave the us...

Whenever you visit your dentist's office for a check-up and cleaning, the odds are that you will be advised to cut down on eating candy and cake , drinking soda as well as keeping a watchful eye on other foodie faves. Dentists and hygienists never get tired of talking about this subject. And with good reason. Any dental professional will also tell ...

Soothe your stress with the NEW WAY to CLEAN. CBD is one of the fastest-growing trends in the wellness industry. CBD and other hemp derivatives are known for their calming effects. Which is something we all could use, considering the busy, stressful lives most of us lead. A huge plus is that, when you are feeling more relaxed, you'll sleep better a...

We all know that the way to maintain one's oral health is through a steady routine of brushing and flossing, at least twice a day. You should also see your dentist for regular check-ups and, it wouldn't be a bad idea to schedule an annual visit with your hygienist to have your teeth professionally cleaned. Hey, got to keep those pearly whites looki...

- Going All-In on Natural and Organic Toothpaste and Oral Care Products. Over the past few years, we have all become more conscious about our health. And, as any medical professional or nutritionist will tell you, better health starts with what you put into your body. Eating cleaner has become a lifestyle for many people who, only a relatively shor...

- A game-changer for your oral health There's no doubt about it ; you'll find at least one toothbrush in every American home. This handy, dandy device has been around for ages and it's something that we just cannot do without. That is; IF you don't want to have a mouthful of cavities and, quite possibly, lose most of your teeth before you're forty ...

100 % Plant-based chewing gum with NO artificial compounds. In one form or another chewing gum has been around for thousands of years. The ancient Greeks enjoyed chewing mastic gum, which comes from the sap of the mastic tree. Closer to home, it was the Native American tribes who introduced the act of chewing gum to the Europeans who settled in New...

Tauri-Pet, All Natural Dog Treats for your Pets Dental Health We all know that dogs are among our very best of friends. No matter what kind of day you might be having, just connecting with your dog for a few moments can be a game-changer when it comes to improving ones' mood. Our pets are always there for us. So, let's make sure that we return the ...

 ALOE VERA - a surprising ally in the fight to improve your oral health and Wellness. The Aloe Vera plant touches our lives in so many ways. Its gel-like substance can be found as an ingredient on our local drug store and supermarket shelves in everything from suntan lotion, cosmetics and ointments to hand sanitizer. And, that's certainly a pr...

It seems like only yesterday that sports entertainment megastar Hulk Hogan advised his fans to always..."Train, say your prayers, take your vitamins and you will never go wrong." That was sage advice then as it is now. While the immortal Hulk Hogan's star may have faded a bit since his heyday, headlining one WrestleMania after another, you can stil...

A ground-breaking way to treat dental anxiety, gum disease, teeth grinding, cavities and so much more. In 2020, Covid changed everything. This insidious pandemic turned our lives upside down and nothing would ever be the same again. But, throughout all of the tragedy that came with Covid as well as the lockdowns and restrictions that we had to endu...

We all want to look and feel our very best. And, other than our twice-yearly check-ups and cleanings, most of us want to avoid the dentist's office as much as possible. That's human nature. But, unfortunately, accidents do happen, necessitating an unexpected trip to our family dentist. It always starts out innocently enough. It's Saturday morning a...

By far, one of the most popular and budget friendly options available to give you that gleaming, Instagram worthy smile of your dreams are dental veneers. Laminated, porcelain veneers are indeed, the smile make-over, game changing dental treatment that you'd been hoping for. Your cosmetic dentist will utilize years of experience, together with an a...

Professionals in the field of dentistry and their patients are always debating the pros and cons of what kind of foods are either good or bad for your teeth. The same goes for beverages like coffee and red wine. A glass of red wine can actually be helpful in fighting heart disease. yet, by the same token, merlot , cabernet or any other red wine, ca...

Aristides Rotsos, DDS, the founder of New York Dental, a cosmetic and implant dentistry practice located in Astoria, Queens, is one of the true finds in advanced cosmetic dentistry in the New York Tri-state area.Dr. Rotsos is a graduate of the Tufts University Dental School in Massachusetts. New York Dental is a state-of-the-art dental practice est...

In one form or another, the toothbrush has been around for ,quite literally, thousands of years. We have come to depend on this deceptively simple instrument of oral care, to keep our mouth fresh and clean, as well as to keep cavities away. Ideally, we should all brush, three times per day, after every meal. Keeping to a regular, daily oral hygiene...