Seasonal Foods That Benefit Your Teeth
Seasonal Bites for Brighter Smiles: Your Guide to Tooth-Friendly Foods At Downtown Dental Group, our Manhattan dentist, Dr. Juliana Hall, believes good oral health starts with what you eat. Eating seasonally provides you with the freshest produce and various nutrients…
Read More Dental Crowns vs. Veneers: Understanding the Difference
Which Tooth Restoration is Best Suited for You? When it comes to missing or damaged teeth, it can be confusing knowing which restoration to get. Dental crowns and dental veneers are popular restorative and cosmetic treatments for concealing damaged teeth. …
Read More The Effects of Vaping and E-Cigarettes on Oral Health
Vaping & Your Smile Vaping and e-cigarettes have become popular alternatives to traditional smoking. While many believe vaping is safer than smoking regular cigarettes, it can still lead to serious oral health issues. Vaping involves inhaling an aerosol (vapor) produced…
Read More Traveling with Invisalign®
Tips for Maintaining Your Treatment on the Go Traveling is an enriching experience, but when you’re undergoing Invisalign treatment, it can present unique challenges. Invisalign offers a discreet and convenient alternative to traditional braces, making it an excellent choice for…
Read More How to Identify and Address Bruxism
Don’t Let Teeth Grinding Ruin Your Healthy Smile Do you ever wake up with a sore jaw or a headache? You might be clenching or grinding your teeth at night, a condition known as bruxism. Bruxism can be caused by…
Read More The Role of Stress in Oral Health: Recognizing and Managing Its Effects
How Is Stress Affecting Your Oral Health? We all experience stress from time to time. It’s a normal part of life. But did you know that stress can seriously impact your oral health? High stress can lead to many dental…
Read More Bad Breath Causes and Treatments
Understand and Eliminate Bad Breath Having fresh breath is an important part of making a good impression. But many people suffer from bad breath, medically known as halitosis, at some point. This common problem can have many causes, ranging from…
Read More Proper Oral Hygiene for Orthodontic Patients
Caring for Braces and Aligners: Tips From Downtown Dental Orthodontic treatment can transform your smile, but it also presents unique challenges for oral hygiene. Braces and aligners create additional surfaces where food particles and bacteria can accumulate, increasing the risk…
Read More Oral Sedation vs. IV Sedation: Which One Is Right for You?
Dental Sedation 101: Oral vs. IV Many people experience anxiety or fear when it comes to dental procedures, which can make even routine appointments overwhelming. Fortunately, sedation dentistry offers a solution to help patients feel more relaxed and comfortable during…
Read More Living With Dentures: Diet and Care Guide
Getting Used To Living With Dentures If you’ve recently gotten dentures, you’re entering a new phase of life. Dentures can take some getting used to, but with the right diet and proper care, you can adjust to your new smile.…
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