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Taking care of your teeth and gums is NOT just something that you do, every so often, when time allows during your busy daily schedule of work, family, friends and errands. Maintaining one's oral health is essential, not just to have a dazzling " Hollywood " smile, but to support your overall health. Your dentist will tell you that your mouth is the "door" to your body. Infections and other ailments that start in one's teeth and gums can easily spread to other organs in your body. And who needs that?  That's precisely why one has to have a dedicated oral health routine that includes brushing at least twice a day, flossing and visiting your dental professional for regular check-ups well as having your teeth professionally cleaned. But, here's a pro tip that you should know about: nowadays, more and more dentists are advising their patients to include vitamins and supplements as part of their everyday oral health maintenance.

Get out and enjoy what the sun and warm temps have to offer but be aware of the hidden dangers that Summer can present for your teeth and gums.

Yes, it's a glorious time for just about everyone. Now that Summer is here, our future holds the promise of fun-in-the-sun day trips to the beach, BBQs at the park or the backyard, long weekends in the lush countryside at our favorite Bed and Breakfast or, maybe even a week or two somewhere exotic like Mexico or the Bahamas. And kiddos, the Summer months mean a welcome respite from the daily grind of school and homework. All in all, it's good to be able to take a break from our usual routines and get to do something different. But not when it comes to taking care of our teeth and gums. That's one important routine that must be maintained at all costs.

 A Better Way to a Complete Clean - Flossing the traditional way or getting ready to step into the future with a WATERPIK.

It's a given. We ALL want to achieve that long sought-after HOLLYWOOD SMILE. Whenever we flash our pearly whites, whether it's with friends, co-workers, or our significant other, it is so important that our smile has that WOW! factor going for it. Nothing less will do. But, as with any goal in life, success does NOT come easy. First, you have to put the work in.

It's great that you have developed a solid oral care regimen and are brushing your teeth twice daily, especially after every meal if possible. By far, this is the best way to keep those pearly whites shining as bright as can be while also keeping cavities and gingivitis ( gum disease ) at bay.  And, while you're at it, please don't forget also to floss. Consider flossing to be the finishing touch to your daily oral care routine.

Whenever you happen to be in casual conversation with family, friends and co-workers, it won't be any real surprise if the talk turns to dental implants. More than likely, at least one or more of your group has already received dental implants or they are seriously considering having the procedure done.

Beat the Heat with These Better-For-You Thirst-Quenching Summertime Sips. Your pearly whites will love them too!

 The next time that you visit your dentist, ( and we DO hope that its at least twice a year), and the topic is cavities and tooth decay, you just might hear something quite useful about a powerful new weapon that more and more professionals in the field are recommending that their patients look into: toothpastes that contain hydroxyapatite.

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...

No conversation about smoking ever ends on a positive note. This nasty, addictive habit is just flat-out bad for you. There's simply no way to sugar coat things.But, that doesn't mean that you can't take ownership of the problem and do something about it. If you live anywhere in New York State, you've probably seen the graphic public service ads on...

We always want to look our very best, especially for those important occasions and celebrations in our lives, such as weddings , graduations , anniversaries and, yes, even first dates. After all, you don't get a second chance to make a good first impression. But, even, if there isn't a big celebration coming up in the near-future, you don't really ...

Your teenage daughter has just returned from a visit to the family dentist and she's all smiles. When you ask her how things went, Amy joyfully replies " It was a piece of cake. I barely felt a thing."Prior to heading out to meet her friends at the mall, Amy informs you that she has scheduled a teeth whitening treatment for next month. You can hard...

 Ever since we can remember, we've been told that bacteria and plaque leads to tooth decay and cavities. From childhood on, we've been warned to brush and floss or face the consequences. But, were you aware that germs and bacteria-producing food debris can also cause bad breath ? Halitosis is a condition that affects millions of Americans ,at ...

The road to superior oral health care as well as the smile of your dreams, starts at the door of New York Dental in Astoria, NY. At New York Dental you can obtain optimum results in the least amount of time. Traditional dental treatments and procedures often call for multiple visits to the dentist. That's not the case at New York Dental. Dr. Rotsos...