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The Importance of Teeth Cleanings
February 06, 2013

Receiving regular dental exams that include professional teeth cleaning is critical to your oral health.

The Hoboken dentists at Frank R. DePaola DDS & Associates provide a thorough teeth cleaning as part of every regular dental checkup to help ensure your smile remains bright and healthy. These exams and teeth cleaning sessions also allow our dentists to assess your dental health and treat potential issues early.

Even with a good daily dental hygiene routine that includes brushing at least twice a day followed by flossing at least once a day, plaque can...

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Harmful Food for Childrens Teeth
January 29, 2013

Oral health is an important part of a child’s overall health, and that’s why helping children establish a good dental hygiene routine at a young age is critical.

The Hoboken, New Jersey, pediatric dentists at Frank R. DePaola DDS & Associates emphasize preventive dentistry, and we work with parents and children to provide the information necessary to build and maintain a good oral health regimen.

Children should brush their teeth at least twice a day using a soft-bristled toothbrush. Brushing should be followed at least once a day with flossing in...

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Cosmetic Dentistry
Does Mouthwash Work?
January 24, 2013

Mouthwash has long been used as a way to flush food particles that linger after brushing and to freshen breath. But many modern mouthwashes also advertise anticavity and bacteria-killing properties.

The effectiveness of mouthwashes will vary by the type of mouthwash and the individual. The Jersey City dentists at Frank R. DePaola DDS & Associates welcome your questions about whether using mouthwash as part of your oral health routine would be beneficial to you.

The foundation of good dental hygiene includes brushing your teeth at least twice every day with a...

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Cosmetic Dentistry
Benefits of Sedation Dentistry
January 15, 2013

Many people have such a fear of going to the dentist and getting any work done that they let their oral health deteriorate rather the face their anxiety.

For people with extreme fear of the dentist, sedation dentistry may be the answer to their oral health needs. The experienced Hoboken dentists at Frank R. DePaola DDS & Associates are proud to offer sedation dentistry for patients who experience dental anxiety.

Sedation dentistry typically entails the use of an oral sedative to help calm a patient and allow them to relax before and during dental procedures. There are three levels...

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How Do I Know if I Need Braces?
January 07, 2013

Braces are one of the main orthodontic tools to help straighten and align teeth. Orthodontists and other dental professionals use braces to help get their client’s teeth to the ideal alignment, known as occlusion.

The misalignment of teeth is known as malocclusion. Malocclusion is defined as the misalignment between the upper and lower dental arches. Three separate classes, Class I, Class II, and Class III, are used to determine and describe misalignment.

The Hoboken, New Jersey, dentists at Frank R. DePaola DDS & Associates can help you determine if you need braces or may benefit from another treatment option,...

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What causes TMJ?
October 25, 2012

TMJ, or temporomandibular joint disorder, sometimes called TMD, can cause symptoms as diverse as headaches, ringing ears, and tingling in the hands and fingers. But what causes TMJ?

TMJ is an imbalance in the mouth’s neuromuscular system, the combination of soft and hard tissues that should work as a team. Instead, the two work against one another, causing muscle tension, nerve damage, and tooth and bone wear. Although this begins in the jaw, it can be transferred from the jaw to the head and the neck, and from there down the spine to the...

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Advantages of Dental Implants
October 23, 2012

Dental implants are a tooth replacement option that can help many people restore the appearance and function of their smiles. Dental implants are the best tooth replacement option available. The advantages they offer over other tooth replacement options are numerous. Dental implants:

  • Require no special care
  • Allow you to eat all your favorite foods
  • Support your jaw bone and gum tissue
  • Are highly attractive
  • Do not damage your other teeth.
  • Can be lifetime replacements

The secret to dental implants’ advantages are that they are the...

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Teeth Whitening Safety Tips
October 18, 2012

Teeth whitening is becoming increasingly popular both as a dental procedure and an over-the-counter treatment. In general, teeth whitening is safe both ways (if you only buy over-the-counter products with the ADA seal of approval), but it you want to make sure you get the safest teeth whitening possible, you should follow these tips.

First, talk to a dentist. Whether you are going to have a dentist whiten your teeth or not, it’s best to talk to a dentist about teeth whitening before getting it done. Your dentist will advise you about possible risks or concerns about teeth...

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Teeth Whitening
Causes of Sleep Apnea
October 15, 2012

Sleep apnea is more than a serious condition–it can be life-threatening. People with sleep apnea are at increased risk for death from heart attack, stroke, even car accidents. If you have sleep apnea, it’s important to get treated, but the best treatment depends on the cause of your sleep apnea. There are two types of sleep apnea–obstructive and central–with different causes and often different treatments.

Obstructive sleep apnea is the most common form of the condition. It is caused when your airway collapses at night due to muscle relaxation, weight, and anatomy. Obstructive sleep apnea is most...

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Tooth Sensitivity
October 10, 2012

There are many possible causes of tooth sensitivity. Some are serious. Some are minor. Generally, only your dentist can tell the difference, so it’s best to talk to your dentist about tooth sensitivity.

Sensitive teeth can be caused by:

  • Thin enamel and exposed dentin
  • Gum disease that can cause gums to pull away from teeth
  • Surface-level cracks
  • Broken teeth
  • Tooth decay
  • Tooth restorations
  • Teeth whitening

Our enamel naturally thins with age, leading to an exposure of the underlying dentin, which may transmit more stimuli to the tooth nerve. Gum disease...

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Cosmetic Dentistry

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