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Medication Can Lead To Xerostomia in Women
posted: Jun. 27, 2023.
Xerostomia, otherwise known as dry mouth, can be a side effect of many common medications. Drugs used for blood pressure, birth control, antidepressants, or cancer treatments may cause the dry Read more
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Are thumb sucking and pacifier habits harmful for a child’s teeth?
posted: Jun. 20, 2023.
Depending on how long the thumb sucking or constant pacifier use continues, and how aggressively the child sucks a thumb or the pacifier, it can indeed be an oral health Read more
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Caring for Your Cat’s Dental Health
posted: Jun. 13, 2023.
While you make sure your family is getting the best care possible, with regular dental checkups and cleanings at our Montclair, New Jersey office, there is one family member that Read more
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Summer Break: An ideal time for wisdom teeth removal
posted: Jun. 06, 2023.
After your son or daughter departs for college, the last thing you want to get is a call or text to learn he or she is in pain. the doctor Read more
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The Link Between Dental Hygiene and Your Overall Health
posted: May 30, 2023.
When patients of Upper Montclair Dental Associates hear any mention of oral or dental hygiene, they probably think of brushing and flossing their teeth. Although these are extremely important, the Read more
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Memorial Day
posted: May 23, 2023.
Memorial Day is not only a federal holiday in the United States, but it is a day of observance and remembrance of those who died in service. Originally known as Read more
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Dental Fear in Children: Brought on by parents?
posted: May 16, 2023.
A study conducted in Washington State in 2004 and another conducted in Madrid, Spain in 2012 both reported findings that support a direct relationship between parents’ dental fear and their Read more
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Celebrate Your Mom’s Smile with These Mother’s Day Gifts
posted: May 09, 2023.
Mother’s Day is around the corner, and if you’re looking for some different gifting ideas for one of the most important people in your life, we have some suggestions for Read more
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The Best DH in Baseball
posted: May 02, 2023.
Oh, wait—did you think we meant Designated Hitter? Oh, no, we’re not getting into that debate! What we want to talk about is the best Dental Habits you can practice Read more
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The Effects of Biting Your Nails
posted: Apr. 25, 2023.
Also known as onchophagia, the habit of nail biting is one of the so-called “nervous habits” that can be triggered by stress, excitement, or boredom. Approximately half of all kids Read more
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Earth Day
posted: Apr. 18, 2023.
The idea for Earth Day was the brainchild of Gaylord Nelson, a senator from Wisconsin. He envisioned an Earth Day that would be a kind of environmental teach-in. The first Read more
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Is Invisalign® Right For You?
posted: Apr. 11, 2023.
When patients ask the doctor about who benefits from Invisalign clear aligners, the simple answer is this: almost everyone. Unlike conventional braces, they are removable, which makes eating and cleaning Read more
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Oral Cancer Awareness Month
posted: Apr. 04, 2023.
Happy Oral Cancer Awareness Month! We know oral cancer can be kind of a scary topic, but it’s worth using this opportunity to learn about the disease and spread knowledge Read more
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Why Baby Teeth Matter
posted: Mar. 28, 2023.
Sleepless nights, crankiness, drooling—how can such tiny teeth cause such a big fuss? But all those uncomfortable days and nights are forgotten when your baby’s first teeth make their appearance. Read more
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Amalgam Fillings vs. White Fillings
posted: Mar. 21, 2023.
Many varieties of fillings are available at our Montclair, New Jersey office. Most people are familiar with traditional amalgam fillings: those big silver spots on top of teeth. Made from a Read more
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Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
posted: Mar. 14, 2023.
Millions of people, around Montclair, New Jersey and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it Read more