What types of dental techniques enhance your smile and increase confidence? There are many to choose from. Porcelain/plastic veneers, contouring/reshaping, bleaching, bonding, removal of impacted teeth and dental implants are cosmetic procedures that can improve your appearance. After all a beautiful smile is one of the best assets anyone can have. It’s like making a…
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Going to the dentist nowadays isn’t like it used to be. We’re glad about that, and you probably are too. Gone are the days where one size fits all and kids got a nice sugary lollipop right after getting their teeth cleaned. The dental practice has evolved, and Maple Avenue Family Dentistry has evolved right…
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People who suffer from tooth pain could be suffering due to the result of a painful problem called dentin hypersensitivity. This condition is usually caused by such things as microscopic cracks and chips in the enamel of the teeth, overly vigorous brushing and receding gums, but it can also be caused by more serious things…
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If you have recently been diagnosed with one of the major sleep disorders, you may be unaware of the latest treatment options. Sleep apnea can disrupt the body’s normal nighttime rhythms. You may even find yourself suffering from snoring, headaches, TMJ (temporomandibular) pain, or bruxism, which is the excessive grinding of teeth while asleep. Because…
DetailsWhenever a person develops a cavity, the decayed area of the tooth has to be removed. The unfilled space remaining is then filled with a tough, long-lasting dental material to provide the tooth with the support needed to function normally. Is There A Preference? Despite its continued use, there is a rise in popularity for…
DetailsHaving your teeth whitened at the dentist’s office can be quite an expensive investment but offers the one of the best enhancements to your smile. For this reason, it is important that you take care of your newly whitened teeth so that they can maintain their color for a long time. One way of ensuring…
DetailsNew Providence, NJ – Many consequences of losing teeth are noticeable, like the changes in the way you look and speak. Those results often cause low self-esteem and a lack of confidence that can make it difficult to develop new relationships or find jobs that require interacting with the public. You may suffer from embarrassment…
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New Providence, NJ – If you’re thirsty, you might think there’s no harm in drinking a soda. The caffeine will wake you up, and you’ll enjoy the refreshingly sweet taste. You could opt for a sports drink instead, reinvigorating your lost nutrients. Did you know that you could be damaging your teeth? Sugar, acidic chemicals…
DetailsMany people stand the risk of getting gum disease because of poor oral hygiene. Consequently, they might need to visit a periodontist for evaluation and treatment. Most dentists can routinely treat a mild type of gum disease. However, if the gum disease is progressed to a complicated state, most dentists prefer that the patient see…
DetailsInfection control within the dental practice involves two basic factors: preventing the transmission of dangerous microorganisms from patient and team members and killing the microorganisms from surfaces and dental instruments. Read on for more important facts on how proper infection control is achieved. Hand Washing: Dentists, hygienists, dental assistants, and sterilization technicians regularly come into…
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