Our patients often ask which toothbrushes and toothpastes are best, but another common question relates to the safety and effectiveness of home teeth whitening kits. Here’s what you need to know: Types of whiteners: Off the shelf whiteners come in many forms: Some are plastic strips that adhere to the teeth. Other products look like...
Smoking can lead to a myriad of health issues, including lung disease, cancer, diabetes and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It can also cause major damage to your oral health, which is why most dentists strongly encourage their patients to stop smoking. Dental problems associated with smoking include bad breath, tooth discoloration and an increased...
Braces get a bad rap! Yes, some patients may feel mild discomfort when they first get braces placed, or after periodic adjustments are made to the braces, but typically, braces are very-well tolerated! Just in case you have some mild soreness, we have several easy solutions to reduce or eliminate your temporary discomfort. Below, we’ve...
What You Need to Know About Diabetes and Oral Health The CDC estimates that 34.2 million Americans have diabetes, while an additional 88 million have elevated blood sugar levels that cannot yet be classified as diabetes. There are two forms of diabetes, type 1 and type 2. In short, a person with type 1 diabetes...
Halloween is just around the corner, which means fun costumes, scary decorations and, of course, plenty of candy. While sugar-filled candy is always a staple of Halloween, there are ways to avoid painful cavities and other dental problems resulting from too much candy. Let us help protect your children’s teeth this Halloween with the following...
Heading back to school offers the perfect opportunity to remind your children of the importance of good oral health care. As they adjust to their schedules and classmates, so too can they adjust to brushing and flossing at least twice a day! Proper oral care should be part of their daily routine, just like math,...
No one is born with a perfect smile— well, no one is actually born with teeth! A great smile requires diligent oral care and the help of your dentist to correct imperfections, and to treat dental issues. If you or your child has an underbite, talk to your dentist at Fioritto Dental about treatment options....
We all know colds are contagious, but can you actually catch cavities? Surprisingly, the answer is yes. While we don’t think of tooth decay as transmissible, the bacteria that causes tooth decay and cavities can be passed from one person to another. How cavities can spread Your mouth is full of bacteria, even when you...
How long has it been since you’ve been to the dentist? If you suffer from dental anxiety, you may likely cancel your next appointment… and the one after that too! The good news is Fioritto Family Dental strives to make your dental visit a completely stress-free experience. From the moment you walk into our office,...
Are you grinding your teeth due to stress and anxiety? According to the most recent data, you’re not alone. There is an increase in bruxism cases due to COVID-19. Bruxism, or teeth grinding, has been more common during the COVID-19 pandemic. Thankfully, bruxism can be successfully treated. Are you a bruxism sufferer? According to a...
