Category: Affordable Dentistry

Patients may not know whether bleeding gums are cause for concern, especially if they only experience this symptom during or after brushing their teeth. In short, bleeding gums are never a normal effect of anything. They always signal the presence of some form of inflammation in the gums, typically as early-stage gum disease. If you… Continue reading The 101 on Bleeding Gums: Cause for concern or normal side effect of brushing?

You remember suffering from dental decay as a child, and want to protect your children from not only the discomfort of the cavity itself, but the process required to repair decay. Prevention is much easier than having to react to a problem; and with the treatments available with today’s affordable dentistry, you might be able… Continue reading How can I help prevent my child from getting cavities?

Athletes who don’t wear mouthguards are risking damage to their smiles, but not all mouthguards are created equal. Stock or boil-and-bite models may seem more economical, but a mouthguard that is custom-designed by our dentist likely offers more protection. First of all, Dr. Kozlow will take an impression of your teeth that is then used… Continue reading What protection does a custom mouthguard provide?

Sensitive teeth can have a detrimental effect on your quality of your life, but don’t feel that you’re resigned to the fate of wincing every time you bite into something that’s hot or cold or even sweet or sour. Affordable dentistry interventions can give you relief from tooth sensitivity. The enamel of your teeth is… Continue reading Do I have to live with tooth sensitivity?

Healthy teeth can last a lifetime and preserving your oral health can save you time and money. With proper care and professional treatment, teeth can be preserved with preventive dentistry and repaired with restorative procedures. By taking a proactive approach to preserving one’s oral health, patients can prevent the need for costly and invasive procedures… Continue reading How Can I Preserve My Teeth as I Age?

Many people believe that the best way to remove stain and plaque is to scrub their teeth with a hard bristle brush using a heavy hand. In addition many tooth pastes and gels on the market today contain abrasive elements that can damage dental enamel, especially when there are issues already present like gum erosion.… Continue reading Negative Effects of Brushing Too Hard

For most patients, the recommended time frame for having teeth professionally cleaned is every six months. However, this does not pertain to everyone. Individuals who have experienced periodontal disease or issues with gingivitis should consider shortening this time frame to every three or four months. Affordable dentistry makes your dental needs achievable. At the standard… Continue reading How often should I have my teeth professionally cleaned?

There are things to take into consideration if your gums bleed when brushing. Are you exerting too much pressure in a misplaced effort to remove plaque? Are you brushing with a firm toothbrush believing that you are getting your teeth as clean as possible? If you are putting off going to the dentist for financial… Continue reading My Gums Bleed When I Brush: Should I be Concerned?

Many people bite their fingernails, and the reasons are numerous. Habit, boredom, nerves, self-mutilation are many of the reasons given, but the consequences on oral health are rarely discussed in connection to nail biting. There is evidence linking nail biting to chipped or broken front teeth, illnesses due to ingesting germs and bacteria that live… Continue reading Nail Biting May Lead to Dental Issues