The American Dental Association recommends using an interdental cleaner like floss every single day. There are a variety of reasons that this is important for your long-term dental health. Proper dental hygiene is critical for preventing gum disease and cavities. It also ensures the removal of bacteria-filled plaque, which can lead to more severe periodontal …Read the full article
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5 Important Facts to Know about Gum Disease
So much focus is put on having clean, cavity-free teeth that some people forget about the importance of the gums when it comes to oral health. To better inform their patients about the need for the best periodontal care, West Orange’s premier dentists at Northfield Dental Group share this blog, which includes some of the …Read the full article
5 Benefits of Dental Bonding
At Northfield Dental Group in West Orange, NJ, our patients are big fans of dental bonding. This easy, effective cosmetic procedure can make aesthetic improvements that transform their smiles. To perform dental bonding, the dentist molds resin (in putty form) over the desired teeth and then hardens it by shining an ultraviolet light. Once the …Read the full article
What Happens If You Have a Missing Tooth?
When some adults lose a tooth, they feel so embarrassed about the situation that they do not visit a dentist to take care of the problem. The outstanding team of dentists at Northfield Dental Group in West Orange, New Jersey want to stress the importance of replacing a missing tooth in a timely manner. To …Read the full article
What Everyone Should Know about Whitening Strips
Most people who resolve to whiten their teeth head straight to the drug store to find a kit. Roughly 37 million people in the United States purchased whitening products in the year 2020. Just because bleaching products like whitening strips are popular does not make them very effective, however. Here, the dentists at Northfield Dental …Read the full article
Answers to All Your Questions about Veneers
Porcelain veneers are thin shields placed over the front of your natural teeth to cover up imperfections like cracks, stains, gaps and crookedness. In recent years, this cosmetic treatment has grown in popularity among patients who were not genetically blessed with amazing teeth. If you have been contemplating veneers to perfect your smile, the cosmetic …Read the full article
What’s the Difference Between a Dental Implant and a Dental Bridge?
It can be embarrassing to lose your tooth as an adult. Fortunately, it is not necessary to leave a vacant space in your mouth indefinitely. Modern dentistry offers multiple options for completing your smile with a prosthetic tooth. The two most frequently used options are dental implants and dental implants. In this blog, the expert …Read the full article
3 Benefits of Laser Dentistry
The field of dentistry is continuously evolving, to the extent that many people do not realize how many common procedures can be performed with the help of laser technology. For patients who have a fear of the dentist or who simply want to learn more about the kinds of things lasers can do for oral …Read the full article
When to Call the Dentist About a Tooth or Mouth Injury
After a tooth or mouth injury, many people wonder whether to seek emergency dental care. Have you just had a sports-related injury to the face or mouth with tooth pain or damage? Are you feeling like you may have broken or loosened a tooth while eating? It is important to seek appropriate dental advice after …Read the full article
Is Gum Disease the Culprit Behind Your Loose Tooth?
While a loose tooth is a normal part of a child’s development, it is not normal for an adult and can signify dental disease. A loose tooth occurs when a tooth slowly becomes detached from the gums and bone. Sometimes periodontal (gum) disease is the underlying culprit.