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Whitening Teeth with Braces
posted: Jan. 07, 2025.
Now that you are working hard to improve your dental health and appearance with your braces, it might seem like a logical time to whiten your teeth as well. But
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It's a Wrap: Ending the year with a smile!
posted: Dec. 31, 2024.
People have been ushering in the New Year for centuries but it became an official holiday in 1582 when Pope George XIII declared January 1st to be the day on
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I have halitosis. What can I do?
posted: Dec. 24, 2024.
Halitosis is the fancy, scientific word for “bad breath.” the doctor and our team know there are several reasons why you may have halitosis; let’s look at a few:
Gum disease
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The Best Brush of the Day
posted: Dec. 17, 2024.
Imagine that you’re only going to brush your teeth once tomorrow. Don’t worry, we know you would never skimp on your dental hygiene like that, but let’s just pretend for
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What are dental crowns?
posted: Dec. 10, 2024.
A dental crown is often called a “cap.” A dental crown covers all of the visible parts of the tooth and has many functions and reasons for placement.
There are several
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Lip Service
posted: Dec. 03, 2024.
When you think of the doctor, you naturally think of your teeth. But your dental professional is concerned with more than the teeth, as important as they are. All aspects
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How Often Should You Have Your Teeth Cleaned?
posted: Nov. 26, 2024.
That’s a good question! But first, we’re going to do that roundabout thing where we consider other questions before circling back to our original topic. Trust us, we’ll get there!
Why
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Taking Charge of Your Dental Health
posted: Nov. 19, 2024.
Now that you’re a teenager, you have a lot more responsibility and independence. Choosing high school classes and electives. Getting a driver’s license. Landing your first job. And those new
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Energy Drinks and Your Teeth
posted: Nov. 12, 2024.
When working out, studying late, or any time we feel like a bit of a boost would come in handy, energy drinks are a common go-to for many teens and
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Cold Comfort
posted: Nov. 05, 2024.
The sounds of the season are filling the air—falling leaves rustling along the sidewalk, football cheers, holiday greetings—and the coughs and sneezes of your fellow sufferers. Yes, it’s cold and
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Headaches: The Dental Connection
posted: Oct. 29, 2024.
Many people suffer through headaches for years without getting to the root cause of their problem. If you find yourself constantly popping painkillers to get through the day, it might
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Why Do Molars Seem to Get More Cavities?
posted: Oct. 22, 2024.
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
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Is it possible to over brush?
posted: Oct. 15, 2024.
Our team at Maria Nowacki DMD PC will tell you brushing on a regular basis is critical for a healthy mouth, but you can definitely overdo a good thing. Known
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Early Detection is Key to Treating Oral Cancer
posted: Oct. 08, 2024.
Every hour of every day, someone in North America dies of oral cancer, the sixth most common diagnosed form of the disease. The five-year survival rate is only 50 percent,
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Fall’s in the Air? Think Fall Dental Care
posted: Oct. 01, 2024.
Whether you already miss the sun’s bright rays, or can’t wait for some cool, crisp weather and colorful leaves, summer is making way for fall. And the change of seasons
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Easing Your Allergies with Latex-Free Dentistry
posted: Sep. 24, 2024.
Imagine this scenario: you go to the dentist to have a cavity filled, and an hour after the procedure you have a runny nose, scratchy throat, and your arms are
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