To help prevent tooth decay and other oral emergencies, it is vital that you remove the plaque from your teeth. But brushing can’t do the job properly on its own. It is vital that you floss your teeth as well as brush, to remove the plaque and debris from all areas of your mouth. This includes places that your brush... read more »
Unaddressed tooth loss and genetic factors can sometimes cause minor changes to develop in the alignment of your teeth. As time goes on the biting edge of one tooth could start to wear on the surface of another. This could cause a gradual loss of localized tooth enamel. While the tooth enamel surface continues to degrade the area of dental... read more »
When tooth enamel is fractured by chronic night grinding, a blow to the face, or crunching down on a hard piece of ice, the damage can vary in severity. This could cause immediate pain, lingering discomfort, and heightened sensitivity, while also leaving the tooth cosmetically unappealing. Even if the chipped or fractured tooth doesn’t cause you any immediate distress, you... read more »
Strong, healthy teeth are important for maintaining good oral health, and the health of your teeth is directly influenced by the strength of your tooth enamel. Oral hygiene inconsistencies and the regular consumption of acidic foods and beverages can deplete the mineral density of your tooth enamel. If Dr. Maria Sese detects signs of weakened tooth enamel during your twice-annual... read more »
Your tooth enamel is a very hard mineral substance. While it gives your teeth the durability to handle the daily chewing of food, its mineral density also helps prevent bacteria from developing cavities. Tooth enamel that has been weakened by poor oral hygiene and acidic foods and beverages is more likely to host bacterial tooth decay. This can also make... read more »
At East Coast Family Dental in Jersey City, New Jersey, we encourage our patients to take good care of your child’s baby teeth to ensure a lifetime of healthy smiles. Dr. Maria Sese would like to share some basic guidelines to help you care for your child's smile in the early years. In the beginning, cleaning your child’s teeth is... read more »
At East Coast Family Dental in Jersey City, New Jersey, Dr. Maria Sese and our team are excited to help you achieve a vibrant, healthy smile throughout the year. Elevating your self-confidence and your overall health, your smile is one of your most valuable assets. At our practice, we strive to help you maintain your smile confidence by offering a... read more »