The team at Northfield Dental Group believes it is important for our patients to have the information they need to take excellent care of their teeth and gums. We do our best to educate patients during their dental visits, but unfortunately, there are many mistruths floating around the Internet. In this blog post, our team …Read the full article
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The Five Worst Foods for Your Teeth
Keeping your smile white and your teeth strong and cavity-free requires not only regular brushing and flossing, but also avoiding (or limiting) certain foods and drinks that lead to stains and enamel loss. In this post, Dr. Ivan F. Stein of Northfield Dental Group lists five of the worst foods for your teeth. Citrus Fruits …Read the full article
Can You Whiten Your Children’s Teeth?
Why Would You Want to Whiten Your Child’s Teeth? There are many factors that could cause your child’s teeth to look dingy or even downright yellow in color. Genetics, ingesting dark-colored foods and beverages, ingesting too much fluoride, use of certain antibiotics and poor brushing and flossing habits can have an impact on a child’s …Read the full article
Choosing the Right Dentist for You
It can be a daunting task to find a dentist for you and your family. You may ask friends and family for recommendations, or just blindly choose one from your insurance list of dental providers. There is a better way, however, and the dentists at Northfield Dental Group are here to share it with you. …Read the full article
Getting Your Kids Excited About Brushing
The key to having children practice healthy habits is having them start at an early age. But as a parent, you may have realized this is sometimes easier said than done. You may, for example, have a hard time motivating your children to brush their teeth. This is common, considering many children see brushing as …Read the full article
Holistic Dentistry and Your Choice of Dental Materials
At Northfield Dental Group, we take a holistic approach to dentistry. You may have heard of holistic medicine or holistic healing; holistic dentistry takes the same approach, keeping a patient’s whole body and overall wellbeing in mind when providing treatment. Northfield Dental Group uses biocompatible dental materials for dental restoration treatments when possible, in order …Read the full article
Beautify Your Smile With Cosmetic Dentistry
If you are afraid to smile because you feel self-conscious or downright embarrassed about your dental imperfections, Northfield Dental Group has good news: Undergoing a cosmetic dentistry procedure or an entire smile makeover, can improve a variety of dental imperfections. The result is a beautiful, healthy smile that you feel proud of. What Is Cosmetic …Read the full article
April Is Oral Cancer Awareness Month
The Oral Cancer Foundation (OCF) has some startling statistics to share. Shockingly, 125 Americans are diagnosed with oral and pharyngeal cancer each day. Even more upsetting is the fact that someone dies every hour of every day from oral cancer, and survivors may suffer facial disfigurement or have trouble eating or speaking due to cancer-related …Read the full article
You Won’t Believe the Diseases Your Dentist Can Detect
Regular visits to the dentist are crucial for keeping your teeth and gums clean and identifying possible oral health problems in the early stages. But did you know that your dentist may be able to detect other systemic health problems — simply by examining your mouth? The dentists at Northfield Dental Group explore several diseases …Read the full article
5 Oral Health Problems to Tell Your Dentist About ASAP
Nearly everyone will have the occasional canker sore or bout of bad breath. In many cases, these symptoms are nothing to fret about. However, there are certain oral aches, pains and symptoms that may indicate something more serious, and require immediate attention from a dental professional. Here, the Northfield Dental Group shares five oral health …Read the full article