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How to Properly Care for Your Teeth Caring for your beautiful smile doesn’t have to be challenging. Here, we’ve outlined several healthy teeth habits to keep you smiling and your teeth happy! Brushing twice a day. Brushing gently in small, circular movements (avoid back and forth movements) will remove plaque buildup and food. Thoroughly brushing […]

It’s no surprise that the pandemic has brought on a tremendous amount of stress. Dentists have reported tooth-grinding and jaw-clenching are on the rise due to the scary and uncertain circumstances from the COVID-19 pandemic. Grinding and clenching (“bruxism”) can create cracked teeth, destroy crowns or fillings; migraines and other headaches; and pain in the […]

According to recent studies, Dental treatment won’t put you at risk for contracting COVID-19. “Getting your teeth cleaned does not increase your risk for COVID-19 infection any more than drinking a glass of water from the dentist’s office does,” said lead author Purnima Kumar, a professor of periodontology at Ohio State University in Columbus. COVID-19 […]

You might be surprised to learn that your diet and lifestyle can greatly affect your oral health. Regular oral habits, such as brushing, flossing and regular visits to the dentist contribute to your overall health, but what else affects your oral health? Your overall health can have a substantial effect on the health of your […]

Sleep Apnea is a medical condition that makes breathing difficult; this condition stops breathing for short periods of time while you’re sleeping, resulting in a lack of oxygen. When this happens, sleep is interrupted and your quality of well being suffers. Most patients are unaware they are suffering from sleep apnea; they assume their sleep […]

Developed by internationally renowned cosmetic dentist and bleaching expert, Dr. Rod Kurthy, the KöR Whitening System is used by thousands of dentists worldwide and is widely considered to be the most reliable and effective whitening system ever developed. The KöR Whitening system has proven to consistently produce whiter, brighter smiles in patients. In fact, the […]

Restoring smiles is Dr. Greenbaum’s passion and dental implants can help patients renew their smile to last a lifetime. These implants are just as strong as natural teeth to withstand eating, drinking and lots of smiling. But, what are dental implants and are they best for you? Candidates for dental implants are patients that may […]

A child’s dental health is so important, and as a parent you want the best for your child, so preparing for a visit to the dentist can seem overwhelming. After their first birthday is the perfect time for the visit. While the idea of an appointment with a one year old might be scary, the […]

The FDA alerted consumers and healthcare providers that an estimated three to four million bi-level PAP, CPAP, and mechanical ventilator devices by Philips were recalled due to possible health risks. Affected devices were manufactured between April 2009 and April 26th, 2021. The polyester-based polyurethane sound abatement foam (used to reduce sound and vibration) can possibly […]

Enhancing your smile can easily be done with Porcelain Veneers by Dr. Greenbaum. Veneers act as shields, covering the front surface of your teeth. These tooth-colored shells can transform the color, shape, size, and length of your teeth. They are wafer-thin and customized to ensure they fit seamlessly with your smile. In just three appointments […]