What is a beautiful smile worth? Men and women who have received a smile makeover at Vitangeli Dental in Englewood say it was worth every penny. Your smile is a part of you that you share with your family, friends, and colleagues every day. An attractive smile creates confidence. If you are self-conscious about your […]
Cosmetic dentistry
Regular Cleanings And Heart Health

Visiting Vitangeli Dental in Englewood for twice-yearly dental checkups and cleanings can seem inconvenient and unnecessary at times. But you may benefit in ways you never anticipated. A recent study showed that individuals who had their teeth professionally cleaned at least once every two years were 24 percent less likely to have a heart attack, […]
Gently Now – Protect Your Gums When You Brush

Everyone wants nice, pearly whites so, naturally, we should brush our teeth more, right? The only dilemma with that is many people brush their teeth too aggressively, leading to gum recession. You don’t want that. Gum recession is when your gum line exposes more of your teeth, or in severe cases, your tooth root. It […]
How Tooth Grinding Can Damage Your Smile

What is Tooth Grinding? Tooth grinding (or bruxism in doctor-speak) is a common behavior among people of all ages. It is when a person involuntarily clenches their jaw or rubs their teeth together. Tooth grinding can take place during the day or night and can affect children and adults. Some people grind their teeth intermittently […]
Think It’s Not Necessary To Replace Missing Back Teeth?

Some individuals who lose a posterior tooth question whether to replace it. After all, it doesn’t show when you smile and there are other teeth to take over the chewing functions. Why not avoid the cost to replace it and save some money? Actually, there are several critical reasons to replace a back tooth with a […]
Yes! You Can Replace Old Fillings

Superficial cuts in the skin subside without a trace, infections are eradicated with antibiotics, broken bones mend, and inflamed tissues recede. Our teeth, unfortunately, can’t regenerate. Decay can be halted in its progress, but scientists are still years away from actual enamel regeneration. That’s why the team at Vitangeli Dental strongly emphasizes preventative dentistry. Few […]
Getting a Dental Implant May Not Take as Long as You Think

Think you don’t have time to beautify your smile? It may not take as long as you think. How many visits does it take to get dental implants? Each patient is different. But in most cases, complete implant procedures take fewer visits than they used to. The team at Vitangeli Dental can restore missing teeth […]
Are All Clear Aligners Alike?

If you are researching orthodontics, you have probably heard about clear aligners. They offer several advantages over traditional metal braces. The most popular benefit is the fact that they are nearly invisible. Millions of individuals have straightened their teeth with aligners in the past twenty years since they were invented. We’re here to help with […]
Creating Beautiful Smiles At Vitangeli Dental in Englewood OH

I am glad you found our blog! I’m Lou and Nick Vitangeli, DDS, of Vitangeli Dental, full-service dental practice in Englewood. I am a proud member of the Crown Council. My profession is dentistry, but my passion is providing superior and affordable Englewood dental care for my patients. I began serving Ohio residents in the […]
Why Look For The Seal?

When you go to a drugstore or supermarket looking for toothpaste, mouthwash, teeth whitener, or other oral care product, make sure that it carries the seal of the American Dental Association. This is a fairly simple way to make smart choices for the products you need to keep your mouth clean, healthy and free of […]