Oral Healthcare News and Tips
What is a Periodontist: A Guide on the Common Traits
Good oral health care can mean a number of things. Of course, daily brushing and flossing is part of maintaining a healthy smile. But some problems can’t be solved with simple brushing alone. In fact, some oral issues are unique enough that even a regular trip to the dentist won’t do the trick. A specialist […]
Read MoreDo Dental Implants Hurt? Get Over the Cringe in This Guide
Did you know that up to 98% of dental implants are successful? You might be wondering do dental implants hurt? This article will cover everything about implants from the entire procedure to if there’s any pain involved. Read on to find a complete guide about this dental procedure, and feel more comfortable about the process. Pre-Surgery Examination Before […]
Read MoreHow Much Do Dental Implants Cost: Everything You Need to Know
About one-third of Americans are unhappy with their smile due to reasons like crooked teeth, stained teeth, or even missing teeth. Your smile is one of the first things people notice about you, so it’s understandable to feel nervous showing your pearly whites. But there are ways to fix your smile. Dental implants are one way to gain […]
Read MoreOuch My Bleeding Gums! 7 Things that Could be Causing it and How to Treat it
How often do you brush your teeth? Ideally, you want to do so at least twice a day — any less and you risk the chance of cavities. Flossing is important too. If anything, it’s one of the best things that you can do to prevent gum disease. How else would you be able to […]
Read MoreHow to Get Healthy Gums: 5 Easy Lifestyle Changes You Can Make
We all grow up learning to take care of our teeth. Otherwise, we put ourselves at the risk of developing cavities. Unfortunately, improper gum care can put us at risk, too. According to this CDC report, 47.2% of adults age 30 years and older develop some form of periodontal disease. Periodontal is an advanced form of gum disease […]
Read MoreDr. Prabha Krishnan of Forest Hills, NY Completes Four Year Term as Trustee on the Board of the New York State Dental Association
FOREST HILLS, N.Y. (PRWEB) JULY 31, 2019 Dr. Prabha Krishnan, DDS, PC, a periodontist practicing in Forest Hills and Queens, NY, recently completed a four year term as a Trustee on the Board of the New York State Dental Association. “It’s been one of my greatest joys to be so involved in the oral health of […]
Read MoreLasers Are In: Why LANAP Might Be Better than Traditional Gum Surgery
If we’re all being honest with ourselves, none of us are as good at maintaining our oral hygiene as we ought to be. Most of us skip flossing every now and then, and who hasn’t gone to bed without brushing their teeth on occasion? While missing the occasional dental hygiene checkpoint isn’t a crime, with […]
Read MoreQueens, NY: Top 10 Reasons You Would Benefit From Dental Implants
Over 69% of Americans between the ages of 35 and 44 years have at least one missing tooth. And that percentage just goes up for people in older age categories. There are various dental options to deal with missing teeth, though! Read on to learn 10 benefits of dental implants — and why you should […]
Read MoreHow to Choose Your Periodontist in Queens, NY
Ever heard of a periodontist? Yes, maybe, not sure? A periodontist is a dental specialist that deals with more serious dental problems such as gingivitis, periodontal disease, and so on. Some of the dental solutions that they offer include gum graft surgery, dental fillings, and dental implants. As you can already tell, a periodontist plays a […]
Read MoreBreast Cancer and Dental Health
October is breast cancer awareness month. The goal during breast cancer awareness month is to raise consciousness and educate people about this disease that affects almost 300,000 new patients each year. While there is a number of different schools of thought when it comes to preventing cancer, it is not always avoidable. Sometimes cancer can […]
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