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Many Americans Don’t Receive Preventive Dental Care
Dr. Jack G. Rainieri Too many Americans lack access to preventive dental care, a new study reports, and large differences exist among racial and ethnic groups. For the study, researchers analyzed...
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Bacteria-Causing Gum Disease May Lead to Oral Cancer Growth Fatty acids from bacteria present in gum disease may cause Kaposi’s sarcoma (KS)-related lesions and tumors in the mouth. The information...
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Many Americans Don’t Receive Preventive Dental Care
What do Americans think about their oral health? How much do they understand about its value to their overall health? What are they doing – and not doing – to look after their oral health? A...
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Are you Biting Off More Than You Can Chew?
In our fast-paced lives, many of us may be eating in a hurry, taking giant bites of our food to get done quickly and on to the next task. Fast-food restaurants advertise giant burgers and sandwiches...
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Tooth Loss Associated With Higher Risk for Heart Disease
ASK THE DENTISTS… Question from Mr. Walter B. from Forked River NJ I was told that there is a link between heart disease and tooth loss. It that true? Reason for link between teeth, gums and heart...
View ArticleWhat Foods are Good for Your Teeth?
Our teeth are irreplaceable and we cannot do without them. Did you know that eating the right foods can do as much good for you as brushing and flossing? Did you realize that some food and drink will...
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What Options Are There To Improve A Smile?
In today’s world there is a tremendous focus on one’s personal appearance. It is no surprise that this trend has spread to the dental world as well. Cosmetic dentistry offers a myriad of options to...
View ArticleI Am So Afraid Of Going To the Dentist. How Can I Conquer My Fears?
Ask the Dentist: If you break into a cold sweat just thinking about a trip to the dentist; you’re not alone. There are many, many people who’ve had horrible experiences at a dentist, often as a child,...
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Happy Holidays from Gentle Dental & Ask the Dentists…
Thanksgiving Fun Facts 1) Sugary food such as sweet potato casserole, pumpkin pie and red wine contain Streptococcus mutans, which can be very harmful to your teeth and can help create plaque. 2) Try...
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Like Parent, Like Child: Good Oral Health Starts at Home
Parents are a child’s first teacher in life and play a significant role in maintaining his or her overall health. Providing oral health education to mothers and families is essential to teaching...
View ArticleThe Types of Teeth and How They Function
Most of us take our teeth for granted until something goes wrong. Our teeth help us chew and digest food, play an important role in speech, and impact our health overall. And by brushing up on your...
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“A public service forum from the Forked River Gazette” In answer to many who have asked “Are silver fillings (Dental Amalgams) safe? ADA Council on Scientific Affairs – Revised Opinion: August 2009...
View ArticleI Would Like Some Information About Dental Implants?
Dental implants are made up of titanium and other materials that are compatible with the human body and designed to completely blend in with your other teeth. They are a popular and cost effective way...
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Laminate Tooth Veneers
Veneers are thin pieces of tooth colored material used to recreate the natural look of teeth by making slight position alterations to change tooth shape, size, and/or color. Communication with your...
View ArticleDental Phobia
Today, dental procedures are truly pain free; however, just the thought of being examined can make some people feel extremely stressed. This is termed “dental phobia”. A phobia is an intense,...
View ArticleHappy Holidays from Gentle Dental & Ask the Dentists…
Keeping with the Holiday spirit, here are a few fun facts about Christmas! Enjoy! 1) It’s hard to go more than five minutes without hearing the familiar tune of ‘Jingle Bells’ running through your...
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