If your tooth hurts, there are several things it might be. It may be a cracked tooth, or a tooth that has fractured or broken. However, the most common reason your tooth might hurt is also the most obvious--you have a cavity in your tooth. If you aren’t familiar with what cavities are and how they are treated, here’s all of the information you might need.
October is Dental Hygiene Month, which is a great time for you to remember how important dental hygiene is to your overall health and wellness. If you aren’t sure how dental hygiene connects to your overall health and wellness, we have some information for you.
Did you know that your teeth have rules? They do. There are things you should not do with your teeth if you expect to keep your teeth white and healthy-looking. If you break the rules, not only could you damage your teeth, but you could end up with a hefty dental bill as well. Here are the top no-no’s when it comes to taking care of your teeth.
Dr. Lattinelli is very concerned about the health and welfare of our patients and staff in NYC. During the current COVID-19 pandemic our attention to cleanliness and hygiene is further heightened. We have always used careful cleaning and sterilization techniques for our patient safety. Here are some of the steps we take to provide a safe environment for our patients. (more…)
Flossing is important and it's something that's been drilled into our minds from a very young age. Flossing on a regular basis helps remove plaque and prevents tartar from forming which is caused due to the built-up plaque in our mouth. This happens when food particles get stuck on our teeth and it stays stuck for a long time because our toothbrush couldn’t reach it. (more…)
March 6th is National Dentist’s Day. In 2020, this dentist commemoration date falls on a Friday and that is certainly a day for us to celebrate healthy gums, shiny teeth, and strong teeth. Our team at Dr. Lattinelli suggests doing some or all of the following activities to check out this Friday, March 6th as a great one.
February is Children's Dental Health Month. If you are a parent, you know how important dental health is for your children. Learn more about Children's Dental Health Month and how to care for your child's smile by reading on.
Routine visits to the dentist do more than help you keep your teeth clean. Caring for your oral health can actually help you maintain your overall health. Learn why dental health is important by reading on. (more…)
As we are looking at another Halloween come and gone, as well as all of the frightfully fun activities that go along with it, we are also reminded that millions of kids across the country will be stuffing their mouths full of as much candy as their parents will allow.
Did you know that October is National Dental Hygiene Month? It's true! During October, those working in the dental hygiene industry work extra hard to promote good dental and oral hygiene habits. It's in this spirit that we here at Joseph C. Lattinelli, DMD and Associates would like to offer you some tips to help keep your whole mouth clean: (more…)