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Is a Root Canal Safe? Mar 2nd, 2024

 Good oral health means taking proper care of your gums and teeth. Unfortunately, poor dental health is a global concern. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), up to 90% of children have at least one cavity, almost all adults have at least one, and around 30% of older adults...

Straighten Your Teeth Under the Radar with Invisalign Feb 1st, 2024

Smiling happens during moments of joy, which is part of sharing that joy with others. It can also benefit your health by improving your mood, reducing stress, lowering blood pressure, and improving your immune system.  You can use it to stay positive and seem more confident. Unfortunately, misaligned teeth (malocclusions...

When Is a Tooth Extraction the Best Option? Jan 2nd, 2024

 Eating is essential to living, and the teeth are the first step to moving food through the digestive tract. The chewing, crushing, and cutting done by our 32 teeth make the passage through the esophagus, stomach, and intestines possible, breaking down the food and allowing the rest of the system...

Brushing Is Only Half of the Daily Oral Health Equation: Here's Why You Shouldn't Skip Flossing Dec 11th, 2023

Taking care of your teeth combines proper hygiene and routine checkups to detect and treat problems as they arise. Optimal nutrition, brushing twice daily, and dental cleanings are just some of the things necessary to keep your teeth healthy and avoid conditions like gum disease, bad breath, cavities, and oral...

 Why You Shouldn't Trust Just Anyone to Administer Your Injectables Nov 1st, 2023

Cosmetic procedures are a popular choice for improving your looks. These include facelifts, chemical peels, dermabrasion, and other surgeries that change your look. When it comes to aging, a common target of treatment is wrinkles. Injectables are one of the best ways to reduce wrinkles because they offer quick results...

How Can I Maintain My Invisalign Results After Treatment? Oct 5th, 2023

Malocclusion is the term for misaligned teeth, which can be mild or severe depending on the cause. Usually, the upper set of teeth should slightly overlap the lower set in a closed mouth, but many conditions can change that, such as open bite, overbite, or underbite.  Invisalign® is a standard...

Adult Tooth Loss Is Common: Here's How to Reduce Your Risk Sep 1st, 2023

Losing teeth means struggling with chewing, speaking, and your oral health. However, it's a bigger problem for adults than other age groups, with people in America between 20-64 only having an average of 25 of their 32 adult teeth. Furthermore, over 2% have no teeth at all. The disparity in tooth...

How to Prevent Another Dental Abscess Aug 11th, 2023

Maintaining optimal dental health involves keeping good habits. Unfortunately, millions of adults struggle with doing this, resulting in dental problems. In fact, over 26% of American adults are dealing with untreated tooth decay, and 46% of adults over 30 are struggling with periodontal disease. These dental challenges can cause other...

How to Take Care of Your Temporary Crown Jul 1st, 2023

Dental hygiene continues to be a significant problem in America, with 178 million missing at least one tooth, 40 million having no natural teeth, and 80% dealing with gum disease. Furthermore, 16% of people in the United States struggle with tooth erosion, 27% have untreated tooth decay, and 91% have...

What's Actually Involved in the Dental Implant Process Jun 2nd, 2023

There are several reasons you can lose teeth over time, including dental periodontitis (gum disease), dental caries (cavities), and injuries that affect dental health. Unfortunately, lost teeth can affect your ability to speak and eat. Less than half of American adults have their full set of teeth, and one in...

4 Risky Flossing Mistakes to Avoid (and Smart Solutions) May 2nd, 2023

No doubt, your parents told you time and again to brush and floss your teeth growing up, but many people haven’t taken that advice. In fact, recent studies show that one in five people are not brushing as often as they should, and other research shows that 47% of people...

When Should I Take Out Invisalign Clear Aligners? Apr 1st, 2023

Malocclusion, also known as misaligned teeth, can happen for many reasons and presents in various ways. Overbite, underbite, crowded teeth, open bite, and crossbite are examples of this condition. It can be caused by:  Frequent pacifier use  Prolonged bottle feeding  Thumbsucking  Impacted teeth  Injury  Mouth tumors  Cleft palate  Often malocclusions...

6 Tips to Accelerate Your Recovery After a Tooth Extraction Mar 1st, 2023

Dental problems are very common, with up to 90% of school-aged children and adults dealing with at least one cavity and up to 20% of adults aged 35-44 experiencing gum disease. In most countries, up to 10 of every 100,000 people deal with oral cancer. All of these factors can lead...

Botox vs. Fillers: Which Injectable Is Right for Me? Feb 2nd, 2023

Your skin is the largest organ in your body — literally covering it from top to bottom and serving a variety of functions, including regulating temperature, allowing you to feel, and offering protection from viruses and bacteria.  As we get older our skin undergoes changes that affect its elasticity and...

When to Consider a Dental Crown After a Root Canal Jan 24th, 2023

Our teeth are very curious things: they contain the hardest substance in our body (enamel), and we grow two sets of them (baby teeth and adult teeth). But despite our teeth having the hardest substance our body produces, it doesn’t always protect us from the numerous dental problems that millions...

Knocked Out Your Tooth? Take These Steps Immediately Dec 1st, 2022

There are a multitude of ways people can get injured, and with over 2,600,000 people in 2021 alone, it is extremely common. Frequently this involves sprains, strains, back injuries, falls, slips, and trips. And many injuries lead to losing time at work or school. And if there’s an injury to...

What You Need to Know About Botox’s Side Effects Nov 2nd, 2022

Many treatments are used for both medical and cosmetic purposes, but few are as popular as Botox injections. Used by millions of people all over the world and 1.5 million in a single year in the United States alone, the treatment is clearly popular. Botox was originally used to treat...

Go Invisalign: Straighten Your Teeth Without Anyone Knowing Oct 3rd, 2022

Many people think of braces as something for children and teens, so it might surprise you to know that of the 4 million people wearing them, about 25% are adults. Braces have helped people for years straighten misaligned teeth, but did you know that braces come in more forms than the...

Here's What You Can Do to Remedy Chronic Bad Breath Sep 1st, 2022

Dental hygiene is often overlooked, and a common result is bad breath. About 30% of people complain about bad breath, and estimates reveal that one in four people deal with bad breath, making it one of the most common reasons for dental checkups behind tooth decay and gum disease. While...

What Material Is Used to Make My Crown? Aug 1st, 2022

Worldwide estimates show that 2.3 billion people have dental caries (tooth decay in their permanent teeth), making improving dental health a priority to prevent many conditions that can affect long-term oral health. Taking care of the healthy teeth is a great start, but for the ones already damaged, dental crowns, fillings, and bridges...

I'm Nervous About My Upcoming Root Canal Jul 6th, 2022

Millions of bacteria live in your mouth. Many are beneficial, while others can cause illness. These bacteria can be found on your tongue, palate, tonsils, and inside your cheeks.  Improper dental care can lead to the bad bacteria wreaking havoc on your teeth. That can lead to tooth decay, making it...

Add Botox Injections to Your Smile Makeover Plan Jun 1st, 2022

Self-confidence is a significant part of our identities, and it helps us feel good enough to take chances and make choices. A lot of things can make you less confident about yourself. Something as simple as being unhappy with your smile can affect your self-image and make you less likely...

Why Would I Need a Tooth Extracted? May 1st, 2022

Teeth are vital to digestion by chewing and breaking down foods. They are also essential in how we speak.  Taking care of them helps prevent issues that can affect your whole body. Even if you are someone who brushes and flosses regularly, you can still experience dental health issues that...

Checking In With Your Flossing Technique Apr 1st, 2022

Taking care of your teeth is vital to your dental and overall health, and a State Of Oral Health Report reveals. The report shows that 74% of adults and 88% of children saw their dentist in 2020, and 93% of adults were planning to see their dentist the following year. ...

Steps to Take When Your Dental Appliances Break Mar 1st, 2022

Millions of people deal with problems with their teeth, and dental appliances, like bridges, retainers, implants, and dentures, are often great solutions. With 4 million people (25% of which are adults) in the United States wearing braces and an increasing number of adults getting implants and dentures due to tooth...

Getting Used to Your Dental Implants Feb 1st, 2022

With hundreds of millions of Americans living with missing teeth or no teeth at all, it’s no wonder dental implants have become a popular choice for teeth replacement. Boasting a 95% success rate, dental implants are safe and effective.  But, once you’re procedure is complete, how long does it take...

Warning Signs Your Child Needs Braces Jan 1st, 2022

As your children mature, they will go through several growth spurts that mark specific stages of development. As they reach puberty (ages 8-13 for girls and 10-15 for boys), they start making the hormonal changes that will continue into adulthood.  It is also during this time that many kids deal...

Complications of Neglecting Dental Hygiene Dec 1st, 2021

Eating and speaking are things people generally take for granted, but millions of Americans who don’t take proper care of their teeth can affect their ability to do both. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), over 26% of United States adults are dealing with untreated tooth...

Tips for Caring for Your Braces Nov 1st, 2021

Braces have been an important part of dental health for decades, with 4 million people wearing them today (and 25% of that total being worn by adults).  Braces can be used to adjust and correct many dental conditions, including crowded, crooked, or otherwise misaligned teeth. So, to help make your...

Avoid Dry Sockets After an Extraction Oct 1st, 2021

Tooth extractions are common, and a 2020 study reveals that in patients ranging from 23 to 91 that dental caries (cavities and tooth decay) and periodontal disease are the most common reasons for the procedure.  Some discomfort is expected in these procedures, but a common complication of extractions is a...

Yes, You Should See a Dentist Every Six Months Sep 1st, 2021

People avoid the dentist for many reasons, including fear, anxiety, cost, and previous negative experiences. Unfortunately, when left unchecked, dental problems can cause issues in other parts of the body. And the longer you wait to see the dentist, the more difficult the issues are to treat. Even if you...

When to Consider Dental Implants Aug 1st, 2021

Tooth loss is a problem for millions of Americans, and it happens for many reasons. Plenty of people will lose teeth due to gum disease, untreated tooth decay, oral cancer, and chronic diseases.  Regardless of why you may lose teeth, there are multiple options to choose from to manage tooth...

Getting a Dental Bridge: What to Expect Jul 8th, 2021

Tooth loss is a reality for millions of Americans, as an estimated 178 million are missing at least one tooth, and about 40 million have no teeth at all. And the problem worsens as you age, tooth decay, injury, and gum disease being primary reasons for tooth loss for most...

4 Ways to Care for Your Teeth at Home Jun 1st, 2021

With one in four adults in the United States dealing with untreated tooth decay, it’s more essential than ever to make every effort to take care of your teeth. Tooth decay leads to gum disease, tooth loss, and even chronic diseases like arthritis, heart disease, and stroke without regular dental...

Why You Shouldn't Ignore a Broken Tooth May 4th, 2021

Broken teeth are one of the most common causes of tooth loss. Tooth pain, including sudden sensitivity to hot or cold food and drink, pain after eating sweets, and discomfort while chewing or biting are all indications you could be dealing with a broken tooth.  Your teeth can crack or...

5 Tips for Smoother Tooth Extraction Recovery Apr 12th, 2021

According to the American College of Prosthodontists, an estimated 178 million Americans are missing at least one tooth, and 40 million are missing all of them. That means millions of Americans are dealing with a variety of dental problems bad enough to require tooth extractions.  That could include problems, like...

Bothered by Lip Wrinkles? Consider Botox Mar 15th, 2021

With aging, your body witnesses a lot of changes. Among them, your metabolism slows down, your bones get thinner, your hair thins and greys, and you notice more wrinkles.  With wrinkles, one of the most common areas people seek treatment is the face.  The common facial wrinkles include lip wrinkles,...

When to Seek Emergency Dental Care Feb 16th, 2021

It’s not uncommon to underestimate the importance of dental health. Fact is, millions of people experience some form of dental pain bad enough to seek relief. The American Dental Association’s (ADA) Health Policy Institute estimates that 2.2 million people visit emergency departments every year. The problem is, hospitals aren’t equipped...

Health Benefits of Straighter Teeth Jan 6th, 2021

Millions of people are dealing with some type of dental problem every day. According to a recent article from the Scientific American, 90% of people have dental misalignment, and 75% have issues with wisdom teeth properly emerging from gums. The result of these issues can mean problems later in life....

How Long Do Dental Implants Last? Dec 10th, 2020

Tooth loss in the United States is an issue for many adults. In fact, 120 million have lost at least one tooth, and up to 36 million have no teeth remaining at all. Dental implants are a way to restore missing teeth with a strong prosthetic that stays in place....

5 Toothbrushing Mistakes to Avoid Nov 1st, 2020

Worldwide, oral disease affects the lives of 3.9 billion people. That makes it the most prevalent health condition in the world, according to a Global Burden of Disease study. Conditions like tooth decay and gum disease affect children and adults alike, and tooth brushing is a vital way of promoting...

How Botox Helps You Feel More Comfortable Smiling Oct 7th, 2020

When you’re happy, you want to smile. And when you smile, you don’t want to feel self-conscious about it. And there are plenty of things people don’t like about their smile, including showing too much gum, thin lips, marionette lines. Fortunately, these can be treated with Botox®.  Often when you...

How to Prevent Dry Sockets Sep 1st, 2020

An extraction can be an effective treatment, but it can sometimes mean your pain gets worse before it gets better, especially if you develop dry sockets. This painful condition occurs after nearly a third of all wisdom teeth removals. With odds like these, it’s no wonder you’re seeking advice on...

When Do I Need a Root Canal? Aug 2nd, 2020

When you have tooth pain, it affects every part of your day. You might think a little rest and some over-the-counter pain medication will make it go away, but you could be simply putting a band-aid on a more serious problem; an oral health condition that requires a dental procedure...

Myths and Facts About Invisalign You Should Consider Jul 6th, 2020

Are you the parent of a teen who doesn’t want to go to school with braces? Or maybe you wore braces as a child but some misalignment problems have returned as an adult. Whatever has brought you here, there’s one thing for certain: you need a convenient option to fix...

5 Foods that Promote Oral Health Jun 23rd, 2020

You’ve been to the dentist enough times to know that having a good dental hygiene routine is essential if you want to avoid cavities and other problems with your teeth. The truth is that even if you’ve mastered your brushing technique and never miss a day of flossing, it might...

How a Root Canal Can Save Your Tooth May 6th, 2020

For many people, hearing the words root canal causes extreme anxiety. Though it might not be the news you want to hear, root canals are one of the most common and successful dental treatments. In fact, dentists around the country perform 15 million root canals each year. And with our...

5 Amazing Benefits of Invisalign® Apr 15th, 2020

Everyone wants a perfect smile. If your smile is less than amazing, but you don’t want to sacrifice your comfort and lifestyle to fix it, Invisalign® might be right for you.  At All Bright Dental, located in Mamaroneck, New York, and Stamford, Connecticut, our team of dental experts led by...

Are Dental Implants Right for Me? Mar 25th, 2020

A missing tooth can make you feel self-conscious about your smile, but many people don’t realize that it can have repercussions for your health, too. A large gap in your teeth can cause the remaining teeth to become crooked or misaligned, putting you at a higher risk of problems like...

Keeping Your Mouth Healthy After Wisdom Teeth Extraction Feb 14th, 2020

It may seem like a good idea to hang onto something with “wisdom” in its name, but sometimes your wisdom teeth can cause serious problems for your oral health. These teeth, known as your third set of molars, usually start becoming an issue between 17 and 21 years of age....