what is a cavity?

What Do You Know About Cavities?

Emergency Dentistry, NYC Smile Spa

It is important that patients visit our office regularly for oral hygiene examinations and cleanings. These appointments are necessary because they give us the opportunity to thoroughly clean your teeth and check for problems in your mouth, such as gum disease and oral cancer. The most common problem patients experience is tooth decay, also commonly referred to as cavities. Do you know how cavities form and why they can be so harmful if not treated? Read on to learn more.

warning signs

Don’t Ignore These 4 Warning Signs

General Dentistry, NYC Smile Spa, Patient Education

We are passionate about our patients having healthy teeth and mouths. You only have one set of teeth to last your lifetime, and not caring for your teeth and mouth properly can lead to serious issues with discomfort as well as the need for dental intervention. Thankfully, your teeth and mouth offer warning signs to indicate a problem may have developed. Read on to learn more about the warning signs you should be looking for between your oral hygiene appointments.

tooth sensitivity

Dealing With Sensitive Teeth? Learn What Your Mouth Is Telling You

General Dentistry, NYC Smile Spa, Patient Education

Every season in NYC is fantastic in its own way. The cold weather is finally behind us, and summer is just around the corner. There is something truly relaxing and calming about sitting on a bench in Central Park during this time of year. Perhaps you would love to buy an ice cream from a local vendor to enjoy on a beautiful day in the park but know that you will not enjoy the sensation in your teeth. If you find yourself avoiding foods like ice cream that are extremely cold, you may be experiencing tooth sensitivity and have a problem with your oral health.