Summer Smiles
- updated: Sep. 05, 2023
The “Back to School” ads are out already? Halloween candy’s showing up in stores? Just a minute—summer isn’t quite over yet! While the days are still warm, let’s look at Read More
How do I know if I need a root canal?
- updated: Aug. 29, 2023
Tooth decay affects everyone, with studies reporting that 92% of adults have had a cavity at one point in their lifetime. In more serious instances of tooth decay, however, the Read More
Tooth-Colored Fillings
- updated: Aug. 22, 2023
Once upon a time, silver fillings ruled in dental offices everywhere. For a long time, they were the only option dentists used to close off the spaces on teeth where Read More
Three Reasons We're Fans of Fluoride
- updated: Aug. 15, 2023
Why all the fuss about fluoride? Your dentist recommends it, your toothpaste is formulated with it, most of our drinking water contains it. Just what is it about this mineral Read More
Is periodontal disease contagious?
- updated: Aug. 08, 2023
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, half of adults age 30 and over suffer from some form of gum disease. Caused by plaque buildup, gum disease is Read More
Your Toddler’s First Dental Visit
- updated: Aug. 01, 2023
It’s common for toddlers to be wary of strangers, but their first experience at the dentist shouldn’t be a scary one. the doctor and our team have five tips for Read More
Whitening Before Veneers—A Bright Idea?
- updated: Jul. 25, 2023
It’s time. You’ve decided. You’re going to get veneers. Whether it’s to repair a cracked or chipped tooth, to cover discoloration brought on by a root canal or medical condition, Read More
Tooth Sensitivity
- updated: Jul. 18, 2023
Most of us know that unpleasant feeling. You’re happily enjoying an icy milkshake with lunch or having a piping hot cappuccino break, and suddenly an innocent binge turns to cringe—your Read More
Can You Repair Your Tooth Enamel?
- updated: Jul. 11, 2023
There are lots of ads out there for toothpastes that claim to repair damaged tooth enamel. Can you treat cavities and tooth decay at home? Well, mostly, no, you can’t. Can you Read More
Summer Dental Health? Get into the Swim of It!
- updated: Jul. 04, 2023
On a sizzling hot day, there’s not much that makes us happier than heading to the water for a quick swim, some gentle laps, or even a rousing game of Read More
Electric or Manual Toothbrush: Why It Does (and Doesn't) Matter
- updated: Jun. 27, 2023
You live in the golden age of toothbrushes. Until a few decades people used twigs or brushes made from animal hair to clean their teeth: not very soft and none Read More
How to Handle an Unexpected Dental Emergency
- updated: Jun. 20, 2023
Regardless of the type of dental emergency you experience, it is important that you visit Shapiro & Rollman DDS for emergency dental care as soon as possible. A chipped or Read More
Periodontal Disease Associated with Cardiovascular Risk
- updated: Jun. 13, 2023
We all know that brushing your teeth and flossing regularly keeps your smile sparkly and bright, but did you realize that cleaning your teeth can actually help your heart? Recent Read More
Getting Ready for Summer Sports
- updated: Jun. 06, 2023
With the warmer and longer days here, we know many of our patients at Shapiro & Rollman DDS will be much more active in the summer. Though most of our Read More
Top Five Dental Myths
- updated: May 30, 2023
Sometimes the line between fact and fiction is easily blurred. This is certainly the case when it comes to dentistry, where myths and misconceptions abound. In a bid to put Read More
When to Replace Fillings
- updated: May 23, 2023
A dental filling replaces and restores the health of a tooth that has been damaged. Often, the need for a filling results from a cavity due to a large amount Read More
