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November is here, and the holidays are right around the corner. While you’re probably focused on planning meals and making travel arrangements, keeping your smile camera-ready is just as important. With family photo shoots, work get-togethers, and other social events, you’ll undoubtedly be grinning a lot. At Advanced Dental Care...
You want to feel your best during the holidays, but the physical demands the season places on your body — from extensive decorating to long hours of travel — can strain your muscles and joints. For expert care and personalized guidance, turn to Hammer Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine. Our team,...
Each year, hundreds of thousands of Americans visit the dentist for treatment of a dental abscess, also called a tooth abscess. This painful pocket of pus forms on the gumline or at the base of a tooth due to a bacterial infection. At Advanced Dental Care of Riverdale in the...
When you hear the words “porcelain veneers,” what comes to mind? Many people think of shiny, white, symmetrical smiles — and for good reason! These thin shells of porcelain offer an effective and affordable way to correct minor cosmetic imperfections. But the benefits extend beyond covering stains and small chips...
Crowns and bridges are two of the most common dental restorations, with millions of Americans getting them each year. Though both repair or replace damaged or missing teeth, they serve different purposes, and understanding these distinctions can help you feel more informed and confident during your appointment. At Advanced Dental...
Most of us have probably heard a horror story or two about root canals. It’s important to understand that modern-day root canals are quick and painless, and they offer the best solution to save a severely damaged or infected tooth from needing to be extracted. Sometimes, you can see the...
Migraines are common, yet many individuals are unaware that visiting a dentist may provide relief. One in 10 individuals, spanning children to adults, suffers from migraine pain. These debilitating migraines may result from TMJ disorder, a condition that leads to swelling or inflammation of the temporomandibular joints (TMJs). These joints...
Teeth whitening is one of the most popular dental cosmetic treatments in the United States. About 1 out 5 Americans have had their teeth whitened. While results are temporary, you can maintain a whiter and brighter smile longer with a few modifications to some eating and lifestyle habits. At Advanced...
Losing a tooth changes more than just your smile. It can affect how you eat, speak, and how confident you are. Daniel Faiwiszewski, DMD, and the skilled team at Advanced Dental Care of Riverdale can help you reclaim the confidence and quality of life that comes with a complete, healthy...