Easy chewing and oral hygiene and a virtually invisible appearance–these benefits and more make Invisalign In Mt. Holly a great option for older teens and adults. Who wouldn’t want healthy, straight teeth without the discomfort and lengthy treatment times of metal bracket and wire braces? That’s why Drs. Greenberg, Govitrikar and Cygler offer Invisalign to qualified patients.
Your life centers on routines: work, school, your kids’ soccer schedules. That same discipline must apply to your health, too, with proper nutrition, exercise and taking care of your oral health. The American Dental Association recommends daily flossing and twice daily brushing. The team at Mt. Holly Family Dentistry urges patients to brush their teeth in the morning and at bedtime, too. That nightly discipline really benefits your smile. (more…)
Are you tired of your crooked smile, but have been reluctant to explore solutions? Mt. Holly Family Dentistry has a great alternative to traditional metal wire and bracket braces. It’s called Six Month Smiles–a practically invisible way for to move teeth into better positions without the hassle of lengthy treatments and ugly appliances. (more…)
Dental sensitivity or swelling at the gum line may indicate dental abscess, or infected tooth pulp. Root canal therapy in Mt. Holly is a wonderful, proven effective alternative to tooth extraction. Also termed endodontics or simply, “ a root canal,” this dental restoration removes diseased inner pulp and crowns remaining tooth structure. Drs. Greenburg, Ko-Kim, Cygler and Govitrikar at Mt. Holly Family Dentistry perform endodontic procedures to restore smiles to full health and great aesthetics. (more…)
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) estimate half adult Americans over 30 have periodontal or advanced gum disease. Typified by red, swollen, bleeding gums, periodontitis leads to bone recession and tooth loss and to systemic problems such as diabetes, heart attack, asthma, arthritis, dementia and more. (more…)
What’s more important than your health? Don’t forget to protect it when playing sports. Whether your favorite is a heavy contact activity, such as hockey, or simple aerobic exercise, such as running, an athletic mouthguard from your skilled dental team at Mount Holly Family Dentistry keeps your mouth safe and even increases performance! (more…)
It’s hard to keep your options in dentistry straight sometimes. But if you’ve got one or more unattractive or damaged teeth, it’s time you learned what’s what in tooth restoration. One common question our patients have is about the difference between dental crowns and veneers in Mt Holly NJ — so we decided to put the answer in one convenient spot, here on our blog. Keep reading to find out more from the Mt Holly team today!
According to some recent research, mild to severe periodontal (gum) disease may affect up to 80% of US adults over 30. More conservative estimates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention place the number between 50 and 60%, but don’t include patients with gingivitis, the mildest from of periodontal disease. The research may not agree on the number of people who suffer from periodontal disease, but dental researchers agree that gum disease is a serious problem in the US. Gum disease occurs when plaque or tartar build up around the gum line causing tissue irritation. Sources also vary on why the number of US adults with gum disease is so high, but some of the leading causes of gum disease include poor oral hygiene, hormonal changes, diabetes, genetic predisposition, and high risk behaviors (smoking, high sugar diet, and excessive drinking). Whatever the cause, it’s essential that patients know the signs of gum disease, and seek treatment as soon as possible. The best way to avoid developing advanced periodontal disease is to make six month dental checkups and teeth cleanings part of your oral hygiene routine.
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You’ve probably heard the phrase you are what you eat. This adage is commonly repeated by physicians, diet books, and mothers to their children, but it was originally used in 1923 by Victor Lindlahr. He was a nutritionist, and one of the first people who believed in a direct link between the foods we consume and our health. While his research was a bit spotty, a 1993 study revealed that diet was the 2nd leading cause of death in the US linked to 300,000 deaths compared to the 400,000 deaths that were tobacco related. Suffice it to say, Lindlahr, your doctor, diet books, and mother may have been right when they said you are what you eat. It will likely come as no surprise that dentists agree. Nutrition significantly impacts oral health. Maybe even more than it does whole body health since the foods and beverages we consume react directly with bacteria in the mouth, and high sugar or carbohydrate diets create an acidic biofilm that causes tooth decay. When it comes to protecting oral and overall health, maintaining a well-balanced diet in addition to thorough at-home hygiene and regular dental checkups is essential.
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Your doctors at Mt. Holly Family Dentistry have been practicing dentistry for a long time. They’ve seen it all, and have been asked just about every question related to teeth (and then some). The most common question? You probably know what it is already. Your dentist in Mt. Holly NJ is in with the answer. And the question is…
