The holidays are upon us and with them come a myriad of sweet treats. Unfortunately, those treats can harm your smile. You’ve probably heard that sugar can harm your teeth before, but do you know why? It is important to understand what sugar actually does to your teeth. To begin, know that there are bacteria that live in your mouth.... read more »
There’s no time when it’s more crucial to clean your teeth and gums than when you’re brushing for two. By using the right dental products, you can help your child progress tough and healthy teeth as you retain your own oral health. Use the following tips to ensure your teeth are as tough as they can be for you and... read more »
Gum disease is a serious and dangerous dental issue that can severely alter your oral health and damage your smile if you let it. Fortunately, there are treatments that can help treat this disease and restore your oral health and smile. Typically, at the early stages of development, your dentist, Dr. Paul Greco, is able to treat the disease with... read more »
As time goes on the bond between an old dental filling and the surrounding tooth enamel can start to weaken. This process can be accelerated by poor oral hygiene habits or failing to attend your routine dental checkup at Hartsdale Family Dental. If one of your dental fillings feel loose, excessively sensitive, or it falls out you should not delay... read more »
Reduced saliva production can cause several different problems with your basic oral health and function. This includes an increased risk of suffering from gum disease and tooth decay complications. There are several things that can contribute to dry mouth symptoms. Identifying the primary factors can help Dr. Paul Greco to develop an effective treatment strategy to restore the normal function... read more »
Are you looking to enhance your smile with a complete smile makeover for damaged or broken teeth? If you wish to not only improve the look of your smile but also to protect it with advanced treatment options, consider the benefits that dental crowns have to offer. In many instances, a single dental crown can last anywhere from two decades... read more »
Periodontal disease needlessly afflicts the gum health of millions of Americans each year. Without professional treatment and remediation, the mild gum inflammation of gingivitis can exacerbate into the more severe condition known as periodontitis. When this happens your gums can start to recede from your teeth forming pockets of infection near the roots of your teeth. In time, it could... read more »
Have you ever thought about the benefits of a dental bonding treatment? You may ask yourself why should dental bonding appeal to you? The truth is that dental bonding can improve almost all smiles, as nature can be harsh on your teeth, even with the proper oral health care habits and routines. An accident or injury to the mouth and... read more »
If you struggle to maintain good oral hygiene habits you could easily suffer a cavity on one of your teeth. When this happens, you might notice a change in color, and texture, or heightened sensitivity in one of your teeth. If it’s caught early, our dentists, Dr. Greco, Dr. Lanzetta, or Dr. Attalienti might be able to repair a tooth... read more »
In order to ensure your smile will be able to support your needs this summer, keep it in pristine condition by practicing proper oral hygiene and avoiding any potential oral health risks that may arise. Your oral health care depends on making safe decisions. Listed below are a few common hazards to your oral health, as well as a few... read more »
