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How do I know if I need dentures?
posted: Aug. 19, 2025.
The choice to get dentures is a permanent decision so there are several important factors you should take into consideration. Many people have teeth that are not able to be Read more
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Can sealants benefit you?
posted: Aug. 12, 2025.
Molars are difficult to reach when brushing your teeth because they’re full of crevices, caves, and pits that can provide the perfect environment for decay. Sealants are the perfect fix Read more
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What to Do When the Tooth Fairy Isn’t on Schedule
posted: Aug. 05, 2025.
August 22 is National Tooth Fairy Day! If the Tooth Fairy is a treasured part of your child’s life, you’re just in time to celebrate! But what to do when Read more
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Alleviate Tooth Sensitivity
posted: Jul. 29, 2025.
If a sip of ice water, spoonful of ice cream, or piping hot latte is enough to send shivers up your spine from tooth sensitivity, be assured you are not Read more
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Shark Teeth
posted: Jul. 22, 2025.
It seems like sharks are everywhere these days—on land, sea, and air(waves). A halftime show meme gone viral. A week of summer TV devoted to our favorite apex predators. And Read more
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Three Must-Have Dental Treatments
posted: Jul. 15, 2025.
In dentistry, there are a wide variety of treatments, everything from elective procedures to those that are necessary and potentially lifesaving. So given the slew of treatment options, how do Read more
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Just What Is a Cavity, Anyway?
posted: Jul. 08, 2025.
So you might be wondering, just what are cavities? How do we get them? What do they do to our teeth? How can we prevent them? Let’s talk! Our teeth need Read more
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Celebrate the Fourth with a Smile!
posted: Jul. 01, 2025.
As our nation prepares to observe its birthday, we’d like to share some timely dental tips to help make celebrating the Fourth of July more enjoyable for you and healthier Read more
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Do you suffer from sleep apnea?
posted: Jun. 24, 2025.
At Upper Montclair Dental Associates, we know our patients love a good amount of rest each night in order to be energized for the day and week ahead. After all, Read more
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Root Cavities
posted: Jun. 17, 2025.
When we don’t keep up with our dental hygiene, plaque buildup can result in three kinds of cavities. Pit and fissure cavities are found on the tops of molars, where Read more
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Dental Filling Options
posted: Jun. 10, 2025.
You’ve made an appointment at our Montclair, New Jersey office to treat your cavity, the decayed area has been removed, and the site has been cleaned and prepared for a Read more
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Summer Treats for Healthy Teeth
posted: Jun. 03, 2025.
School’s out for the summer, and it’s great to have the kids home. After all, they deserve a break after all their hard work. And you want to keep their Read more
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Gum Disease in Children
posted: May 27, 2025.
When it comes to gum disease and your child, it’s a good news/bad news situation. The very good news is that children rarely suffer from advanced gum disease, or periodontitis. Read more
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Are baby teeth really that important?
posted: May 20, 2025.
Your infant’s first teeth will begin to appear around six to 12 months of age. You might wonder how important these primary teeth really are. After all, baby teeth are Read more
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Fluoride Treatments—They’re Not Just for Kids!
posted: May 13, 2025.
Fluoride has been one of the great game-changers in children’s dental health. Drinking fluoridated water. Using fluoride toothpaste. Scheduling fluoride treatments. All of these child-friendly dental habits help prevent cavities Read more
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Spring Cleaning
posted: May 06, 2025.
Just like that, it’s almost summertime. As the spring season ends, perhaps these lighter, brighter days are inspiring you to do a bit of last-minute spring cleaning. Or perhaps they’re Read more