Recent Posts in Dental Services Posted By Mark Weitzman D.D.S. 11-Sep-2017 Cavities? Maybe It's Genetic Sue and John are a married couple. Sue does not eat sugar or drink soda, but she does brush her teeth three times a day and floss every night. John on the other hand, can’t kick his soda habit. Every morning on the way to work, he hits the gas ... Continue Reading Posted By Mark Weitzman D.D.S. 17-Jan-2017 Tips for Choosing the Right Toothbrush It is no secret that brushing twice a day can play a vital role in maintaining good oral hygiene. However, a walk down the dental care aisle of your average market can present an overwhelming number of choices. Electric or manual? Soft or medium? ... Continue Reading Posted By Dr. Mark Weitzman D.D.S. 21-Apr-2016 Top 5 Ways To Prevent Cavities 1. Brush For At Least 2 Minutes Most people brush twice a day, but many do not even realize that they aren’t brushing long enough. A 1998 study found that “there is a consistent difference in the time that patients believe they brush, and ... Continue Reading Posted By Mark Weitzman, D.D.S. 1-Feb-2016 5 Advantages of Dental Crowns There are a huge number of factors that can negatively impact the strength, function, and aesthetics of your teeth over time. Dental crowns are an effective long-term option to restore your teeth to their original natural smile, or even to help you ... Continue Reading Posted By Mark Weitzman, D.D.S. 1-Jan-2016 The 5 Worst Foods For Your Teeth Your diet can play a big role your overall health, and can also impact the health of your teeth. While many of the foods listed here are fine in moderation, overconsumption or poor hygiene habits can lead to cavities and more serious problems. In ... Continue Reading Posted By Mark Weitzman, D.D.S. 18-Dec-2015 Crown Lengthening Procedures What Is Crown Lengthening? Crown lengthening is a common surgical procedure that is used to remove gum tissue, bone, or both in order to expose more of a tooth or teeth. During crown lengthening, excess gum and bone tissue is reshaped, allowing for ... Continue Reading Posted By Mark Weitzman D.D.S. 2-Dec-2015 5 Ways To Make Your Child's Dentist Visit Easier 1. Bring Your Child to Your Dentist Appointments One great way to alleviate the anxiety kids feel before their dentist visits is to take them to yours! Provided you’re typically a calm dental patient, seeing you in the chair can reassure your ... Continue Reading Posted By Mark Weitzman, D.D.S. 18-Nov-2015 Understanding the Different Types of Dental Fillings Although the idea of getting a filling doesn’t leave many patients excited, modern dentistry has made the process easier, quicker, and more pain free than ever before. Furthermore, many scientific advancements have been made which allow our ... Continue Reading Posted By Mark Weitzman D.D.S. 29-Sep-2015 Is Grinding My Teeth at Night Really That Bad? It’s been estimated that as many as 96% of adults experience tooth grinding at some point in their life. For most of these people, the grinding (bruxism) goes unnoticed because it occurs at night. Bruxism has a reputation as a damaging and ... Continue Reading Posted By Dr. Mark Weitzman D.D.S. 30-Apr-2015 When's the Last Time You Had a Deep Teeth Cleaning? Can you remember the last time you had a teeth cleaning? If not, it may be time to visit the dentist. Most dentists recommend that you come in for a routine teeth cleaning about every six months, as this can help to prevent conditions like gingivitis ... Continue Reading