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...
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...
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...
