Which foods and beverages are the worst at causing tooth sensitivity due to enamel erosion? Yes, of course, candy, cookies and other sweet treats are a hazard to your dental health. Some version of “Don’t eat sweets, or your teeth will all rot out” has been preached to kids for generations. Your parents said it…
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Root Canals Could Use an Image Makeover
Is it true that root canals are not nearly as painful as they used to be? Have you been told that you may need to have a root canal? How you react to that prospect probably depends a lot on whether you have ever had one and how long ago it was. Thanks to modern…
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Why You May Need Scaling and Root Planing
What is scaling and root planing and why would I need to have it done? One such certainty is the necessity of maintenance. Without care and maintenance, many of the things we value will deteriorate, decay or fall into ruin. Our homes, for instance, require all sorts of repairs, as well as regular cleaning to…
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Bad Breath Can Be a Sign of Periodontal Disease
Is bad breath always related to what I’ve eaten or can it be the result of a health issue like periodontal disease? The social isolation brought on by the COVID pandemic has been extremely difficult in so many ways. For a lot of people, though, it has also been surprising. Socially interacting with people every…
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Dramatic Increase in Symptoms Related to Teeth Grinding
How can I tell if I am grinding my teeth in my sleep? Are you finding that you are waking up in the morning with a dull headache or maybe an earache? Is your sleeping partner complaining about the noise in the night from you grinding your teeth? You’re not alone. The American Dental Association…
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Benefits of Dental Implants
Are dental implants really a good option for replacing missing teeth? Dental implants are artificial replacements for tooth roots. Made of titanium, they provide the anchoring foundation for replacement teeth, which may be a crown for a single tooth or a bridge for multiple teeth. These new teeth are made to match your natural teeth…
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Best Practices for Teeth Whitening
How do I know what is safe and effective when it comes to teeth whitening? We all want to make a good first impression, whether it is with someone we are meeting for the first time or walking into a room filled with friends and family. One of the first things that anyone notices is…
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Recovering After Having a Tooth Removed
On a day-to-day basis, we see various reasons for tooth extractions in our New York offices. Sometimes, an extraction occurs because of extreme decay and neglect. Other times, an extraction is the first step toward a set of new teeth or a bridge. Another common cause is wisdom tooth removal. With all these situations, the…
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Four Procedures that Can Transform Your Smile
We all want to have a smile that we love! Unfortunately, certain factors and variables can get in the way of perfect teeth. This includes everything from genetics to poor dental hygiene. At Cohen Dental Care, our goal is to help New Yorkers in Briarwood, Great Neck, and the surrounding areas overcome these barriers and…
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Common Signs of Gum Issues
In Great Neck, Briarwood, and across the globe, gum issues are common in adults and children alike. Left untreated, gum disease and gingivitis can cause more extreme problems in your mouth and even in other parts of your body. That’s just one more reason why it is important to keep on top of your oral…
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