Do you suffer from chronic fatigue that affects your ability to concentrate or focus throughout the day? Do you ever suffer from headaches or depression? Do you find yourself waking up multiple times throughout the night? If you’ve ever been accused of snoring by your bed partner, take heed. These symptoms could be the sign of a larger problem such as a sleep disorder known as sleep apnea. If you suspect that you may have sleep apnea in Mount Holly, or have already been diagnosed here’s some information you need to know. (more…)
May 23, 2016
I’ve Been Diagnosed With Sleep Apnea in Mount Holly, Now What?
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April 20, 2016
Mt Holly Dentist Offers Tips on How to Prevent Cavities
If you’ve ever experienced sensitivity to hot or cold foods and beverages then you understand what it feels like to have a cavity. Bacteria and tooth decay will eventually destroy your enamel and need to be removed, leaving you with a hole, or cavity that your dentist will need to fill for you. The good news is that there are many things you can do to help prevent cavities from happening in the first place. Your Mt. Holly dentist has some tips for you. (more…)
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April 14, 2016
Replace Your Teeth With Natural Looking Dentures in Mt. Holly
If you’re missing multiple teeth you understand the many challenges it presents. Even daily activities such as trying to enjoy a meal become difficult when you’re missing teeth. Chewing your food properly is challenging and your health and digestion may suffer as you adjust your diet and nutrition to accommodate your chewing ability. Missing teeth take a toll on your confidence because you may feel embarrassed about talking and smiling freely. This may affect your career or personal relationships. The good news is that there are options for you to replace your teeth, and there is hope! Your Mt. Holly dentist discusses how you can replace your teeth with natural looking dentures.
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February 28, 2016
Information About Dentures in Mt. Holly, NJ
You’ve finally done it! You’ve made the jump to full dentures and what a difference it’s made. Your face has completely changed, in fact you feel as if the years have just melted away. Not only do you look years younger, you’re gradually getting the hang of eating with your new teeth. It’s so nice to be able to enjoy your food once again. Now that you have your dentures in Mt. Holly, NJ you shouldn’t need to visit the dentist anymore, right? Wrong!
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February 15, 2016
Need a Tooth Filling in Mt. Holly, NJ? Visit Mt. Holly Family Dentistry
If you experience mild pain when you’re eating or chewing, slight sensitivity to hot or cold, or perhaps you’ve noticed dark spots on your teeth, you may have tooth decay. This occurs when plaque and bacteria eat away at your tooth enamel over time. It’s important to have a tooth filling in Mt. Holly, NJ in order to avoid further pain or damage to your tooth. Your Mt. Holly dentist can help!
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February 10, 2016
Mt Holly Emergency Dentists are here for you!
It’s been said that tooth and mouth pain is some of the most excruciating pain you can experience. When you have that level of pain, you just want to find relief as soon as possible. Mt. Holly emergency dentists understand this and they will do everything they can to see you right away, diagnose your problem, and get you comfortable again. There are no questions or judgment involved when you meet your dentist at Mt. Holly Family Dental; we’re only here to help get you back on your feet and out of pain.
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October 21, 2015
Know If You’re a Good Candidate for Dental Implants
At Mt. Holly Family Dentistry, we love dental implants. Why? We’ve seen time and time again how they transform incomplete smiles — and how that transformation has the power to change lives, too. Many people with missing teeth want to know one thing: am I a good candidate for teeth implants? Your Mt. Holly NJ dentist is in with the answer, so keep reading to find out more about what dental implants can do for you.
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September 15, 2015
Mt. Holly Dentist Urges You to Kick the Habit
In the last few years, the United States has seen a significant fall in the number of people who smoke tobacco. In fact, the number recently fell below 17 percent for the first time ever. That’s excellent news for public health, as we all know the detrimental effects that smoking has our bodies.
Over the years, we at Mt. Holly Family Dentistry have seen the terrible side effects smoking has on the mouth. It’s harmful for the gums, the tongue, it accelerates decay and makes your breath smell terrible — and those are only a few of the ways smoking affects oral health. While there definitely are some long-lasting effects, the good news is that the mouth is able to recover from the damage done by smoking. To help our patients understand this, sometimes we use a real-life example — one that we’ve witnessed firsthand many times.
One Mt. Holly Patient’s Smoking Story
One of our patients was in otherwise excellent health: a father of two, he exercised regularly and made a point to eat as well as he could. The only mar on his health record was that he was a moderate smoker. Unfortunately, this habit almost negated everything else he was doing right in terms of his health — especially in his mouth.
Short- and Long-Term Effects of Smoking
The fact is it doesn’t quite matter how well you brush and floss if you’re smoking regularly. This patient’s gums were red, inflamed and he told us that they were likely to bleed after flossing. These are all signs of gum disease, a common side effect of smoking — smokers are actually six times more likely to develop the condition than nonsmokers. Other side effects are dry mouth, excessive tartar buildup and bad breath.
This patient knew he was on his way to serious problems if he didn’t kick the habit soon. We told him all about the long-term effects of smoking — increased risk of bone loss in the jaw, leukoplakia (white spots in the mouth) and oral cancer — and that quitting now was the only way to greatly reduce his chances of contracting a serious disease.
Quitting Smoking for Oral Health
It’s a speech we’ve given to many of our patients: the importance of quitting smoking, today. Unfortunately, smoking is a powerful habit that many have extreme difficulty breaking. When this patient left our office, we were unsure if he’d be able to kick the habit.
When he came back for his next visit in six months, however, he was thrilled to tell us something. Little by little, he’d managed to quit smoking! When his Mt. Holly dentist examined his mouth, he was happy to report gums that were less swollen, and less tartar and plaque buildup than in previous visits. This patient is now on his way to a mouth that’s healthier than ever — and we’re so happy to have been a small part of his health success story.
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If you’re among the less than 17 percent of adults who still smoke — or if you have a loved one who is — please don’t fall behind on your dental checkups. Smoking increases your risk for a host of oral problems, so come see us today. Maybe we can help you kick that habit, too.
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September 8, 2015
For Striaight Teeth Choose Invisalign in Mt. Holly
Could you use a confidence boost? This fall, don’t waste your time with crash diets or drugstore hair dye. If crooked teeth are getting in the way of a confident, beautiful smile, you need a little professional help — and your friends at Mt. Holly Family Dentistry have an excellent solution for straight teeth using the Invisalign system.
It may surprise you to know that more adults are choosing braces than ever before. When I say “braces,” though, it’s probably not what you’re thinking — not the kind that gave you nightmares in high school. Today’s adult braces are clear, removable trays that straighten teeth faster than traditional metal braces. We’ve been giving adults the straight smiles they dream about for years using Invisalign — read on to learn more about the process, and if it’s right for you.
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September 3, 2015
What You Can Do for Excellent Oral Health
Good oral health is something we take for granted. When I’m crunching on an apple (or biting into the occasional big juicy burger), I’m not giving my teeth a second thought — and I’m even in the healthy tooth business. No, it’s not until we have a problem with our mouths that we really realize how lucky we are to have strong, healthy, beautiful teeth.
We want to remind you at every opportunity how important it is to care for your teeth while they’re healthy, instead of waiting until there’s a problem to get serious about brushing, flossing and visiting your dentist. By that point, it may be too late. At your Mt. Holly dental office, we’ll never get tired of seeing your healthy, beautiful smile — so keep the following tips in mind and enjoy good oral health for a lifetime.
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