The popularity of sparkling water has been on the rise lately. Many people enjoy flavored seltzer waters as a healthy alternative to sodas so much that the sale of seltzer water has doubled over the past 5 years.
While these drinks are healthier than sodas, they do come with the potential to increase your risk of dental problems such as cavities from damaged tooth enamel.
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Read MoreGum disease is often painless and progresses very gradually so many people don’t even realize they have a problem until it is in the advanced stages. However, gum disease can pose a very real threat to your oral health and even put you at risk for other serious health problems. In fact, gum disease is linked to infection, stroke, heart disease, kidney damage, diabetes and even preterm birth, in addition to the risk of tooth loss.
A good oral hygiene routine is the foundation for preventing gum disease, but simply brushing and flossing may not be enough to stave off periodontal disease. Here are some tips...
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Temporomandibular joint disorder, or TMJ, is a disorder caused by damage to the joint that connects the jawbone and skull, called the temporomandibular joint. The joint is in front of the ear and pain from TMJ can be in the face, ears, eyes, or neck.
The symptoms of TMJ are diverse and...
Read MoreSleep apnea is a condition in which your airway closes during sleep, cutting off your air and causing you to wake in order to start breathing properly again. This can happen several times each night and can be caused by several factors, including your throat muscles relaxing too much, the size of your throat anatomy, and even your sleeping position. In addition to experiencing loud snoring that keeps your partner awake (which is usually how sleep apnea gets diagnosed), there are other symptoms that may indicate you have this dangerous condition. These include:
If you're missing teeth, then you should get evaluated by a dental professional as soon as possible. While there are certainly cosmetic differences that impact your smile, the more important issue associated with missing teeth is that they increase your risk of dental health complications. For this reason, it’s crucial that you replace missing teeth in a timely manner.
Dental implants are the most effective tooth replacement option...
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To keep your teeth in optimal health, regular checkups should be part of your dental regimen. But if you have a fear of going to the dentist, whether stemming from a negative experience or just from the sounds that emanate from a dentist's office, more serious problems in your teeth can arise if you miss regular maintenance and cleaning appointments.
There are many ways to help alleviate your dental anxiety, from going to your...
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If you would like to revamp your smile, then porcelain veneers may be an excellent option for you. This versatile cosmetic dentistry procedure can correct a wide range of smile imperfections, making it a common option included in a smile makeover.
Porcelain veneers are slim shells made out of dental porcelain which get bonded to the front surface of your teeth. Dr. Frank...
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Happy New Year! Dr. Frank and his Hoboken dentistry team hopes you enjoyed a great holiday season with family and friends. Now that the holidays are behind us, it's time to move forward and make 2016 the best year it can be.
Hopefully the downtime over the holidays gave you some time to reflect on the goals that you'll strive to achieve during the upcoming year. While many of these goals may be career, financial, or...
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Stress impacts your body and health in many ways. It can prevent you from getting a restful night's sleep, lead to weight gain, cause you to go prematurely grey, and create many other issues which are detrimental to your life. But did you know that stress can also impact your teeth and gums?
When you experience high levels of stress, it can lead to a variety of oral health issues. There are several reasons for...
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There are many reasons to replace your old amalgam fillings with tooth-colored dental fillings. Those silver cavity caps worked well for patients for decades, but they are less than aesthetically pleasing and could be hiding something sinister underneath.
Amalgam fillings can make x-rays ineffective. They don’t actually bind to your teeth. It’s easy for bacteria to build within the gap and...
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