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Gum Disease in Children
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 21, 2023.
When it comes to gum disease and your child, it’s a good news/bad news situation. The very good news is that children rarely suffer from advanced gum disease, or periodontitis.
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Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 14, 2023.
Millions of people, around Old Bridge, New Jersey and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While
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Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 07, 2023.
At Smile Works Dental Center, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest to prevent.
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Does Your Child Need Endodontic Treatment?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 28, 2023.
Baby teeth come with a built-in expiration date. That charming first smile is meant to make way for a healthy, beautiful adult smile. Unfortunately, before they are ready to make
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What Are Chalky Teeth?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 21, 2023.
You’ve always taken care of your child’s smile. You make sure thorough brushing and flossing take place twice a day. You serve foods high in vitamins and minerals and low
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The Origins of Valentine's Day
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 14, 2023.
When we think of Valentine’s Day, we think of cards, flowers, and chocolates. We think of girlfriends celebrating being single together and couples celebrating their relationship. We think of all
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February is Heart Month
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 07, 2023.
The American Academy of Periodontology stresses the importance of good oral health since gum disease may be linked to heart disease and stroke. Thus far, no cause-and-effect relationship has been
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How do I know if I’m at risk for oral cancer?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 31, 2023.
Every year, over 50,000 North Americans are diagnosed with oral or throat cancer, which has a higher death rate than many other common cancers, including cervical cancer, testicular cancer, Hodgkin’s
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Ways to Prevent Oral Cancer
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 24, 2023.
According to the Oral Cancer Foundation, this form of cancer kills roughly one person an hour, every 24 hours. This means that nearly 10,000 people will die this year from
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Three Valuable Dental Treatments
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 17, 2023.
In our office, we customize treatment for every patient. Amid all of the fillings, crowns, and veneers, we find there are three treatments that are most valuable when offering our
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Smoking and Dental Implants
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 10, 2023.
Congratulations! You’ve made the decision to replace a missing tooth with an implant. While an implant will restore the appearance of your smile, you also know that there are many
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Make this the Year You Stop Smoking
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 03, 2023.
It’s a new year, and it couldn’t come fast enough for many of us! Let’s do our part to make this a better year in every way—and you can start
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Things You Probably Didn’t Know About New Year's Eve
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 27, 2022.
It’s no secret that New Year’s Eve is one of the most widely celebrated holidays in the world. the doctor and our team love it too. It’s a fresh start,
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Are you at risk for tooth erosion?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 20, 2022.
Many people consume carbonated or sugary drinks and acidic foods every day but have no idea those beverages may be harming their teeth, making them vulnerable to tooth erosion. The
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Dangers of Alcohol and Oral Health
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 13, 2022.
We often have patients who ask, “Can drinking alcohol affect my oral health?” There are, in fact, a few reasons why that martini may not be good for your pearly
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‘Tis the Season—for Healthy Dental Choices!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 06, 2022.
It might be the most wonderful time of the year, but if you’re dashing through the snow to an emergency dental appointment, you’re not feeling very jolly. And post-holiday, no
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