How To Stay Smiling Bright All Summer Long

Caring Dental of Spotswood, General Dentistry, Patient Education

Summer in NJ is a magical time. Whether you head to the shore, hang poolside, head outdoors to enjoy your favorite outdoor spot, or take a quick train ride to the city, there is much to do and see. We are lucky that we have so many close destinations available to enjoy without needing to take a long road trip or vacation. This year, we are finally able to enjoy many of the activities that we missed out on last summer. While you are having summer fun, we encourage you to remember some important tips to ensure that your mouth remains healthy and emergency free. Continue reading to learn more.

It’s Time To Reschedule That Appointment You Missed

Caring Dental of Spotswood, General Dentistry

Are you eagerly looking forward to the day when life feels completely normal? While things are slowly improving in New Jersey, we still have a ways to go. We can still celebrate the positive changes that we have seen over the past few months, like being able to eat at our favorite restaurants again, even though they are not yet operating at full capacity. Many schools are back to being in person, and some have even returned to full day instruction. Some offices have reopened, and family sports schedules have resumed. We know that many of our patients have missed their routine hygiene examinations or cancelled appointments and have yet to reschedule. We know that you are busy, but we encourage you to put your oral health first. We do not want to see the consequences of postponing or avoiding hygiene examinations. Read on to find out more.

Healthy Drinks For Healthy Teeth

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With the warm weather on the horizon in New Jersey, beachgoers, runners, and people who enjoy the outdoors are going to be grabbing their favorite thirst quenching drinks when the hot weather hits. Depending on your activity of choice, your first instinct may be to grab a sports drink, soda, or alcoholic beverage that is filled with sugar. Oftentimes, we think about the sugary foods that we are consuming and don’t realize that certain beverages are just as unhealthy for your oral health.

Fix the “Root” Of Your Dental Problems

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Do you have teeth with numerous deep fillings that are still causing you problems? If so, you might need a root canal. We know that term can have a tendency to make some patients nervous, but we are here to tell you that root canals aren’t as bad as you may think. Many patients don’t truly understand the need for a root canal and how it can actually save you from a more costly and involved procedure such as a dental implant.

Important Steps to Combat Gum Disease

Caring Dental of Spotswood, General Dentistry, Oral Health, Patient Education, Preventative Dentistry

There is a disease that is running rampant through American adults, and while your thoughts probably immediately go to the pandemic situation that we are currently experiencing, we are referencing something that greatly affects your oral health: Gum Disease. Gum disease currently affects more than half of American adults. Since February is Gum Disease Awareness Month, we wanted to discuss the importance of taking care of your gum health and ways that you can help prevent this disease from affecting you or a loved one.

Learn About Our New Technology

Caring Dental of Spotswood, General Dentistry, Oral Health, Technology

Is a dental practice that keeps up with advancements in technology important to you? Your answer should be yes, because it is important to us. We believe in constantly evolving as a practice to bring you the latest and greatest in dental technology. We have recently added a new piece of technology equipment to the office to bring you more comfortable and efficient procedures. Continue reading to learn about this new addition to our office.

Alcohol and Oral Health

Caring Dental of Spotswood, General Dentistry, Oral Health

Now that December has arrived, we are in the throes of planning for the holidays. Along with the added stress the holidays bring, we are also dealing with the effects of the year we have had. For many, the holidays will look very different this year, with cancelled holiday parties and smaller, more intimate gatherings than usual, even just limited to immediate family. Although there will be some differences this year, many of you will still be enjoying a glass of wine at your Hanukkah dinner, a cup of eggnog in front of your Christmas tree, and popping a bottle of champagne to ring in the New Year. Before the liquid courage starts flowing this holiday season, we want you to be aware of how alcohol consumption can affect your oral health.

Find Out If You Are At High Risk For Oral Cancer

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November is Mouth Cancer Awareness Month, which is a month dedicated to bringing knowledge and awareness to mouth and oral cancers. While mouth and oral cancers are not the leading forms of cancer in the US, it is all the more reason to focus on risks in your daily life that could contribute to developing the disease. Continue reading to learn if you are at high risk for mouth and oral cancer.