A smile is considered too “gummy” when the amount of gum tissue overshadows the appearance of teeth when one smiles. This often makes the upper teeth appear too short in comparison to the gum tissue being displayed. If a gummy smile makes you self-conscious when smiling, laughing or speaking, laser gum recontouring with Northfield Dental …Read the full article
In addition to visiting the dentist regularly, brushing your teeth twice a day is the best way to prevent cavities and gum disease. Although daily brushing and flossing are important, many dentists agree that the technique of your brushing can make the real difference. Unfortunately, most people miss areas of the teeth that are major …Read the full article
The majority of us have experienced tooth sensitivity at some point or another. The sharp, searing tooth pain experienced when drinking hot or cold beverages, or breathing in cold air can occur constantly or intermittently. In any case, it can be quite uncomfortable and possibly a sign of a serious dental issue. The trusted dentists …Read the full article
Are cosmetic imperfections holding you back from showing off your smile? If so, Northfield Dental Group may have the perfect solution for you: porcelain veneers. Made of high-quality porcelain, veneers are thin shells that are slipped over the front surface of teeth to mask an array of cosmetic flaws. If you wish to transform your …Read the full article
Having the right knowledge and information about oral health can enable you to take better care of your teeth and gums. Conversely, the wrong information can lead to poor oral health decisions. At Northfield Dental Group, our team of top West Orange dentists understand that misconceptions and myths on oral health abound and can prevent …Read the full article
Even with good at-home oral hygiene and routine dental checkups, dental problems can still arise, putting your oral health at risk. It is important to know how to identify symptoms of these problems so that they can be quickly addressed. Here, the West Orange dentists at Northfield Dental Group discuss common symptoms of dental issues …Read the full article
Are you bothered by the appearance of your smile but don’t know how to fix it? Then the first thing you should do is schedule a consultation with Northfield Dental Group. Our experienced and skilled West Orange dentists have helped hundreds of patients achieve their dream smile with an array of cosmetic dental treatments. In …Read the full article
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, and dental organizations and dentists all over the nation are participating in the campaign by educating patients about the symptoms and risk factors of oral cancer. They are also spreading awareness about the importance of oral cancer screenings. Northfield Dental Group is fully committed to this cause. They invite …Read the full article
At Northfield Dental Group, our dentists and entire staff are committed to educating our patients with the most up-to-date information on oral health. Having treated hundreds of patients in West Orange and the surrounding area, we’re aware that there are a lot of misconceptions regarding gum disease. Unfortunately, these myths often stand in the way …Read the full article
Everyone has experienced dry mouth at one moment or another. While drinking water can alleviate some bouts of dry mouth, constant or persistent dry mouth may be harder to treat and can have serious consequences. Here, Northfield Dental Group discusses possible causes and consequences of dry mouth, as well as what to do about it.
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