Most often Dr. Silberman reserves sealants for the cavity-prone years of childhood and adolescence, but sealants can be applied at any age. Dental sealants are comprised of a thin, plastic material that is painted onto the chewing surfaces of the molars (back teeth)....
Bad breath is a concern of many patients. It is also called halitosis. The cause of bad breath can be any of the following: DIET: The most common cause of bad breath is food. The scent of strong smelling foods like onions and garlic is absorbed into our blood...
I would like to remind my patients that the best way to avoid cavities is to limit your sugar intake (in addition to brushing twice a day, flossing once a day, and coming to see me every six months). Note that the quantity of sugar consumed is important, but *the...
Each February, the American Dental Association sponsors National Children’s Dental Health Month to raise awareness about the importance of oral health. Tooth decay can start as soon as a tooth appears. The American Dental Association recommends that the first...
We know dental emergencies are never convenient nor timely. We see patients in pain same day so that you have immediate diagnosis and can begin to feel better. Common dental emergencies may include: • Broken or cracked tooth/teeth • Permanent tooth that has been...
Today, I am going to talk about systemic fluoride. It is the type of fluoride that is “ingested,” usually via the city water supply. After diligent research, the Center for Disease Control determined that the optimal level of water fluoridation is 0.7–1.2 mg/L,...
Written by Ali Peters, RDH, at The Silberman Dental Group Fluoride is very important to me and I want to help my patients understand why. Fluoride protects teeth against decay caused by plaque, the filmy substance left by food. Bacteria living in the plaque mix with...
