East Brunswick Family and Implant Dentistry Blog

If you’ve lost one or more teeth in a row and are eager to fill the gap in your grin, you might be a good candidate for a dental bridge. These prosthetics contain the correct number of pontics, or artificial teeth, in between two dental implants. They anchor to healthy abutment teeth or dental implants on either side of the space in your smile.

When considering different restorations, it’s natural to want to know how long they last so you can make an informed decision. Continue reading to learn more about the anticipated longevity of dental bridges and how you can preserve their condition!

As summer sets in and temperatures begin to rise, people are forced to deal with all kinds of new health concerns. Staying cool and hydrated becomes increasingly important when the weather is hot, but that’s not the only thing to consider—there are also components of your oral health that you might want to think about this summer.

For example, keeping your lips moisturized isn’t just aesthetically important. It’s also an important aspect of protecting your oral health in general. Here are a few of the things that could happen to your lips this summer, why protecting them is important, and what you can do in that regard.

When you learned to play various sports, you probably heard this advice from your coach: keep your eye on the ball. If you get distracted or look elsewhere, you may not make the catch, get a strike, miss the shot, or mishit the ball. While your focus will be on your sport, one thing you shouldn’t forget to protect while you play is your smile! In fact, many athletes experience dental emergencies, the common of which are described below.

No one wants to find themselves in the middle of a dental emergency, but unfortunately, it can happen to anyone at any time. One common issue that lands patients in the dentist’s chair is having chipped, cracked, or otherwise broken teeth. While you can’t anticipate when you might damage a tooth by biting into something too hard, you can prevent it from happening in the first place. By avoiding these 4 foods that are known to injure your grin, you can avoid potential problems to keep your smile happy and healthy! Keep reading to learn more.

Thanksgiving is a time to celebrate and catch-up with family and friends and feast on all of your favorite holiday side dishes and treats. Unfortunately, some of the most popular holiday dishes, like cranberry sauce, are known to lead to discoloration if you aren’t mindful of how much you’re eating. Whether you just invested in teeth whitening and want to maintain your results or you don’t want to cause your smile to become further discolored, you’ll want to avoid these stain-causing Thanksgiving foods.

What every parent wants more than anything is for their child to be safe and happy, but if your child is an athlete, it may sometimes feel like those things aren’t compatible. It’s obviously important to let your child do what they love, but it’s also a good idea to make sure that they don’t get injured.

If they don’t have one, a professionally-crafted sports guard can go a long way toward avoiding any serious dental emergencies. Since you’re probably back-to-school shopping anyway, here’s what you should know about the prospect of getting your child a sports guard.

You’ve made it into the new year, and you want to make the best of it by improving your dental health. Your main challenge is to develop the best strategy for moving forward. To eliminate any guessing, read on to get 5 tips that will make a huge impact and prevent any unwanted bacteria growth!

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Do your gums ever get red or swollen? Or, maybe they bleed when you’re brushing or flossing? There are many possible causes, but very often, inflamed gums are a warning sign of oral and overall health problems. Tender or red gums can also tip off poor oral health maintenance. Keep reading to learn why your gums may be inflamed, and why the health of your gums is important.

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Do you brush your teeth twice a day, for 2 minutes each session? If your answer is yes, you’re taking an important step each day to care for your oral and overall health. However, did you know that your toothbrush needs to be replaced to keep your teeth and gums healthy? Old toothbrushes can reinsert bacteria into your mouth, cause bad breath, and even cavities and decay. Keep reading to learn when you should change your toothbrush and the type of brush to use for the best oral health.

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Dental emergencies are increasing year after year. In fact, ER visits for dental related emergencies have doubled, making this a common problem with millions of cases each year. However, many people don’t know how to handle a dental emergency or whether they should go to the ER or see a dentist. Keep reading to discover where you should go first after a dental disaster and what you can do to handle the situation from an experienced dentist.

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