For those individuals who feel pain when you sip your morning coffee or who cringe each time you brush or floss, Vitangeli Dental is here for you. Drs.Lou and Nick Vitangeli has been treating this common problem since 1984. Daily Oral Hygiene The first line of defense against tooth sensitivity is proper oral hygiene. Incorrect […]
6 Good Reasons To Visit Your Dentist More Often
Most individuals visit the dentist about once each year. As many as forty percent of Americans see their dentist less often. Some go as long as five years between visits. Most dentists prescribe a visit at least every six months. Here are six good reasons to visit your dentist more frequently. 1. Oral Cancer Detection […]
A Whiter Smile is Possible With Tooth Whitening
Teeth whitening is a popular dental procedure in the Englewood area. After all, who doesn’t want a whiter smile? If you are considering tooth whitening, here are some things to keep in mind. Tooth Whitening: Key Findings Whitening treatments can be effective on both extrinsic and intrinsic staining Only natural teeth can be whitened; in […]
Have Your Dessert! (If You Must)
Few people can abstain from sweets altogether. If you can abstain, kudos to you. If you can’t, be aware that eating sweets at certain times is better for your teeth than others. For instance, when you eat a full meal, your saliva production increases. Saliva rinses food fragments off of teeth and helps neutralize acids. […]
Hiccups In Your Dental Routine
The most common times people stop to brush their teeth are morning and night – either before or after breakfast, after dinner, or at bedtime. Common concerns that come with this routine involve hiccups in the schedule, from family life, to shift work, or exhaustion. Sometimes after dinner isn’t super cut and dried. Many Trotwood […]
Why Sports Drinks Put Teeth At Risk
Many health-conscious people exercise regularly, and some depend on sports drinks for hydration. While it’s true that they help preserve electrolyte levels in the body (and pose fewer health risks than energy drinks), their acidity can erode tooth enamel. And when tooth enamel is compromised, those pearly whites are more staining, discoloration, and decay. Nobody […]