During World War I, poor oral health was an epidemic. In fact, dental health issues were the leading cause of medical discharge for military recruits. When a team of dental professionals were tasked with finding a way to improve oral health in the US, they determined prevention was the key to success. Their recommendation was for patients to visit a dentist two times a year for dental checkups to prevent oral health issues. Today, you should still visit your Park Slope dentist at least twice a year to ensure your healthy smile lasts a lifetime.
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Schedule a Dental Checkup with Your Park Slope Dentist
July 23, 2017
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Your Park Slope Dentist Protects Teeth Against Cavities!
July 20, 2017
Everyone has had a slushie before, especially in the sweltering summer. They can be really refreshing, but horrible for your teeth. Most patients recall having a sticky, grimy film sit on top of their teeth soon after slurping on their favorite cherry flavored treat. That film is a mixture of sugar, acid, dental bacteria, and plaque. If you’re not proactive in removing these harmful materials, you risk developing tooth decay. Tooth decay can lead to cavities, or painful holes in your smile. Luckily, your Park Slope dentist is here to help you prevent, detect, and treat cavities if you ever face tooth decay.
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Your Park Slope Dentist Keeps You Safe with Digital X-Rays
July 14, 2017
When you visit a Park Slope dentist, you’re doing so because you care about your health. You deserve to visit a dental practice that cares about your well-being as much as you do. The Dental Spa backed by Dr. Frank J. Sapienza certainly does. That’s why we use digital x-rays when you visit for your routine dental appointments. If you had any injury take place, you can feel confident that not only will we take a better look at the inner and outer structures of your mouth to fix it, but you’ll also be free of the dangers that traditional x-rays used to pose.
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