Almost everyone has suffered a dental emergency or knows someone who has had a dental emergency. When a tooth is knocked out or damaged, and sudden pain occurs, it can be easy to panic – but staying calm in an emergency situation can be crucial for a positive outcome. Educate yourself on what to do […]
Fourth of July is filled with fireworks and celebrations and Oakwood Dental Arts of Staten Island wants you to be happy, that’s why we’re here to offer a few tips to keep your teeth healthy this 4th! For starters, stay hydrated!! We know that during the holidays your consumption of alcohol may be higher than […]
This summer you may be planning a vacation to take a break from certain things in your life, but it is important to make sure you don’t forget about your oral health! Keeping up with your teeth is very important, and that’s why Oakwood Dental is here to help guide you in the right direction […]
Everyday is perfect to celebrate the ones you love. The best way to show them you care is to treat their teeth with care! Although we are used to giving certain treats, this guidee might help you decide on something better for your loved ones smile! Stay Away: Lollipops– a most common lollipop given out […]
Thanksgiving and the holidays has past and the New Year is here. As people across the world begin 2018 by setting resolutions, have you begun to think of your own? They could be as simple as shedding a few pounds, reading more frequently, or even planning family dinners once a week, but more often than […]
Going back to school is a journey no matter your age. Some students are still in their teens starting out, and others have a family and a job looking to get their degree later in life. The best thing you can bring with you when you go back to school is confidence. No matter what […]
We are all so used to hearing about the effects candy and colored drinks have on our teeth but no one ever discusses the problem with alcohol. If you are very conscious of your teeth, this might shock you at how bad alcohol is for your teeth. First off, some alcohol has a lot of sugar in it. Especially […]
We all wonder if spending the extra buck is worth it for whitening toothpaste. Is it a scam? Does it actually work? The truth is, if you’re expecting a miracle then you’re most likely going to be disappointed. Non-whitening toothpaste has the focus of removing bacteria and surface stains and bad breath. A toothpaste concentrated on whitening has a higher percent of […]
Getting braces is a normal routine. In fact, nearly 75 percent of people have some type of problem with their adult teeth that causes them to get braces. Getting braces is an exciting thing especially if you are self-conscious about your teeth and before you know it, you will have the teeth you desire. If […]
Why do we have wisdom teeth if they’re the most unwise teeth in our mouth? They are actually the most difficult and problematic teeth we have. Wisdom teeth are the third set of molars that don’t grow in until teenage years. The biggest problem with wisdom teeth is that most of the time, they grow in […]