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Exposing and Preserving Impacted Canine Teeth
posted: Jan. 23, 2021.
The final emergence of permanent teeth in late adolescence marks the end of a long process beginning in the womb with the formation of our primary or “baby” teeth. Permanent Read more -
Don't Let Smoking Increase Your Chances of Implant Failure
posted: Jan. 13, 2021.
There are plenty of good reasons to quit smoking. Here's one more if you're considering replacing a missing tooth with a dental implant: smoking increases your risk of implant failure.By Read more -
See Your Dentist if You're Experiencing One of These 3 Oral Problems
posted: Jan. 03, 2021.
If your dental health isn't in the best of shape, a survey conducted by the American Dental Association (ADA) says the cause is likely one of three common oral health Read more -
How Veneers Restored Howie Mandel's Winning Smile
posted: Dec. 24, 2020.
You probably wouldn't be surprised to hear that someone playing hockey, racing motocross or duking it out in an ultimate fighter match had a tooth knocked out. But acting in Read more -
3 Ways to Stop or Reduce Painful Tooth Sensitivity
posted: Dec. 14, 2020.
Tooth sensitivity can be disheartening: you’re always on your guard with what you eat or drink, and perhaps you’ve even given up on favorite foods or beverages.The most common cause Read more -
No Time for a Makeover? Try These One-Visit Smile Enhancements Before the Holidays
posted: Dec. 04, 2020.
Despite your best intentions to plan ahead, the holidays have sneaked up on you. And what good intentions you had: presents to buy, halls to deck, parties to throw. Perhaps Read more -
Dental Crowns Restore Damaged Teeth
posted: Nov. 24, 2020.
A damaged tooth ruins your smile appearance and oral health. Decay, numerous fillings, a large crack from a fall--these circumstances change the future of your teeth. At Central Jersey Dental Read more -
Bitewing X-Rays Provide Early Detection of Tooth Decay in Back Teeth
posted: Nov. 24, 2020.
One of the most widely used forms of dental imaging is the bitewing x-ray. So called because of the shape of the device that holds the exposable film a patient Read more -
Van Halen's Passing Reminds Us of the Dangers of Oral Cancer and How to Help Prevent It
posted: Nov. 14, 2020.
Fans everywhere were recently saddened by the news of musical legend Eddie Van Halen's death. Co-founder and lead guitarist for the iconic rock group Van Halen, the 65-year-old superstar passed Read more -
A RPD Could Be Your Answer to Replacing Missing Teeth
posted: Nov. 04, 2020.
Before implants, people often turned to a removable appliance to replace multiple missing teeth. Known as a removable partial denture (RPD), this appliance could restore both appearance and function at Read more -
Your Dentist Might Hold the Key to Solving Your Sleep Apnea Problem
posted: Oct. 25, 2020.
When you awake in the morning do you still feel exhausted? Are you irritable during the day, unable to think or focus clearly? Is your loud snoring bothering your bed Read more -
Lasers for Gum Disease Treatment are Just as Effective as Conventional Surgery
posted: Oct. 15, 2020.
When fighting periodontal (gum) disease, it’s often necessary to go deep into “enemy” territory — below the gum line — to remove bacterial plaque, a thin film of built up Read more -
Jimmy Fallon's Daughter Loses a Tooth on National Television
posted: Oct. 05, 2020.
Even though coronavirus lockdowns have prevented TV hosts from taping live shows, they're still giving us something to watch via virtual interviews. In the process, we're given occasional glimpses into Read more -
Sedation Can Help Create a More Positive Dental Experience for a Child
posted: Sep. 25, 2020.
You may not be nervous at all about visiting the dentist. But put yourself in a child’s place — a routine dental visit could be an anxious experience for them, Read more -
FAQs About Invisalign
posted: Sep. 18, 2020.
No one wants a crooked smile or poor oral health. To correct both, we suggest an Invisalign consultation. At Central Jersey Dental Arts in Piscataway, NJ, Dr. Nainesh Desai and Read more -
If a Root Canal Won't Work, This Procedure Might Save Your Tooth
posted: Sep. 15, 2020.
Root canal treatments are the go-to procedures dentists use to treat a tooth with advanced internal decay that has resulted in the pulp (nerve) dying. And for good reason: root Read more