If you are living with missing teeth, we surely don’t have to tell you about the frustrations that arise as a result. You likely have trouble eating your favorite foods, or perhaps you can only chew on one side. If you have teeth missing that are near the front of your mouth, it may hinder...
The sun is shining, glorious warm weather abounds, and we’re finally winning the COVID battle!! Summer get-togethers with friends and family will be aplenty, while ice cream, hot dogs, s'mores and more will be going into your mouth! Thoughts of brushing and flossing may not be at the top of your to-do list—but if you...
Is fluoride good, or is it bad? Do we need to use it to supplement our oral hygiene, or not? You may have heard conflicting information about the importance of fluoride. We hope the information provided below will help you to understand the fluoride benefits! What is fluoride? Fluoride is an inorganic fluorine ion. Fluorine...
Eating a spoonful of ice cream, or biting into a chocolate bar shouldn’t feel like punishment! For those suffering with sensitive teeth, that is exactly how it feels. Sensitive tooth pain can be triggered by eating or drinking hot or cold items, or sugary foods. As always, it is beneficial to visit your Fioritto dentist...
Braces are designed to produce beautiful, straight teeth—but did you know the other health benefits of braces? Help to reduce breathing, snoring, ear or sinus issues If your jaw is misaligned, or your teeth are too crowded, braces can surely help! Your dentist at Fioritto Family Dental may recommend widening your palate. To widen the...
You brush your teeth, you floss, you make regular visits to your dentist—but do you regularly brush your tongue? Some patients are surprised to learn that brushing their tongue is an important part of a good oral health routine. Your tongue is not just a source of bad breath, (which is often a sign of...
If you have children, you know it can be difficult to get them to do…well, anything! That’s why Santa, the Easter Bunny and the Tooth Fairy can come in handy. While we always advocate for teaching your child good dental health without the help of fairies, there’s no denying a little magic can help make...
The keto diet is one of today’s trendiest diets, but do you know impacts of keto diet and oral health? Many people find that this low-carb, high-fat plan permits them to eat more of what they enjoy. Lower carbohydrate consumption produces a state of ketosis, and rather than burning glucose for energy, the body burns...
Crowns vs. veneers, so many questions! Do you avoid smiling because you are embarrassed about your teeth? You are not alone! Many people hide behind closed lips because of broken, severely stained, or crooked teeth. The good news is we can help. Crowns and veneers are two solutions. Although both can help improve your smile,...
Chipped your tooth? Crack. You’ve just bitten into a piece of food—but it feels like the food has bitten back. Many people chip their teeth accidentally, whether from biting into something unexpectedly hard, sports injuries or just sheer bad luck. It can be painful and embarrassing. You may wonder whether you need to make a...
