Three Reasons We're Fans of Fluoride
- updated: Aug. 15, 2023
Why all the fuss about fluoride? Your dentist recommends it, your toothpaste is formulated with it, most of our drinking water contains it. Just what is it about this mineral Read More
Is periodontal disease contagious?
- updated: Aug. 08, 2023
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, half of adults age 30 and over suffer from some form of gum disease. Caused by plaque buildup, gum disease is Read More
Your Toddler’s First Dental Visit
- updated: Aug. 01, 2023
It’s common for toddlers to be wary of strangers, but their first experience at the dentist shouldn’t be a scary one. the doctor and our team have five tips for Read More
Whitening Before Veneers—A Bright Idea?
- updated: Jul. 25, 2023
It’s time. You’ve decided. You’re going to get veneers. Whether it’s to repair a cracked or chipped tooth, to cover discoloration brought on by a root canal or medical condition, Read More
Tooth Sensitivity
- updated: Jul. 18, 2023
Most of us know that unpleasant feeling. You’re happily enjoying an icy milkshake with lunch or having a piping hot cappuccino break, and suddenly an innocent binge turns to cringe—your Read More
Can You Repair Your Tooth Enamel?
- updated: Jul. 11, 2023
There are lots of ads out there for toothpastes that claim to repair damaged tooth enamel. Can you treat cavities and tooth decay at home? Well, mostly, no, you can’t. Can you Read More
Summer Dental Health? Get into the Swim of It!
- updated: Jul. 04, 2023
On a sizzling hot day, there’s not much that makes us happier than heading to the water for a quick swim, some gentle laps, or even a rousing game of Read More
Electric or Manual Toothbrush: Why It Does (and Doesn't) Matter
- updated: Jun. 27, 2023
You live in the golden age of toothbrushes. Until a few decades people used twigs or brushes made from animal hair to clean their teeth: not very soft and none Read More
How to Handle an Unexpected Dental Emergency
- updated: Jun. 20, 2023
Regardless of the type of dental emergency you experience, it is important that you visit Shapiro & Rollman DDS for emergency dental care as soon as possible. A chipped or Read More
Periodontal Disease Associated with Cardiovascular Risk
- updated: Jun. 13, 2023
We all know that brushing your teeth and flossing regularly keeps your smile sparkly and bright, but did you realize that cleaning your teeth can actually help your heart? Recent Read More
Getting Ready for Summer Sports
- updated: Jun. 06, 2023
With the warmer and longer days here, we know many of our patients at Shapiro & Rollman DDS will be much more active in the summer. Though most of our Read More
Top Five Dental Myths
- updated: May 30, 2023
Sometimes the line between fact and fiction is easily blurred. This is certainly the case when it comes to dentistry, where myths and misconceptions abound. In a bid to put Read More
When to Replace Fillings
- updated: May 23, 2023
A dental filling replaces and restores the health of a tooth that has been damaged. Often, the need for a filling results from a cavity due to a large amount Read More
How Smoking Increases the Risk of Oral Cancer
- updated: May 16, 2023
Cigarette smoke contains more than 6,000 chemicals, and at least 200 of those chemicals are known to be harmful to your health. When smoke is inhaled, moist oral tissues are Read More
Why Do Molars Seem to Get More Cavities?
- updated: May 09, 2023
Probably because, for many kids, molars do get more cavities. So let’s answer two better questions: Why do molars get more cavities? And, how can we help prevent them? It’s the Read More
Preventing Toddler Tooth Decay
- updated: May 02, 2023
You do everything you can to protect your toddler with safeguards large and small. Installing that complicated car seat. Figuring out which sunscreen is best for delicate skin. Spending weeks Read More