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 […]
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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 […]
Avoid Bone Deterioration Following Extraction

Hello friends of Vitangeli Dental! In today’s post, we will talk about jaw bone health. Those tooth roots are important! To remain strong and vital, your jaw bone needs to be consistently stimulated by the pressure of chewing, biting, and talking. Each tooth has a root structure that extends into the surrounding bone material. As […]
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 […]
3 Vital Reasons to Floss Regularly

Are you an avid flosser? Many of us occasionally skip this required habit. Studies show that around 68% of individuals report flossing at least once a week while 20% say they actually never floss. Skipping the regular flossing routine can have devastating consequences on your overall dental health and lead to expensive dental work in […]
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 […]