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Don't Forget Hidden Fluoride Sources Your Family Could be Ingesting
posted: Apr 14, 2019.

In the last half century, fluoride has become an effective weapon against tooth decay. The naturally occurring mineral helps strengthen enamel, the teeth's hard, protective cover.Although it's safe for consumption Read more
Stress and Nighttime Teeth Grinding
posted: Apr 04, 2019.

April is National Stress Awareness Month. But what does stress have to do with dentistry? According to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, if you have a Type A personality Read more
Find Out Why You or Your Partner Snores - it may be Sleep Apnea
posted: Mar 25, 2019.

If your sleeping partner snores, it could be more than an annoyance: it could be a sign of sleep apnea. This occurs when air flow into the lungs becomes obstructed Read more
Local Anesthesia Takes the Pain Out of Most Dental Work
posted: Mar 14, 2019.

Long ago dental work could be painful and stressful—often for both patient and practitioner. Thankfully, that time is long past: today, most procedures are painless in large part due to Read more
A Dental Exam Could Uncover an Eating Disorder
posted: Mar 04, 2019.

After your son or daughter's dental exam, you expect to hear about cavities, poor bites or other dental problems. But your dentist might suggest a different kind of problem you Read more
Removable Dentures Remain a Viable Option for People with Total Tooth Loss
posted: Feb 22, 2019.

Although highly preventable, total tooth loss continues to affect millions of people worldwide, harming their nutrition, health and social standing. In the United States alone, a quarter of adults between Read more
3 Types of Tooth Pain and What They Might be Telling You
posted: Feb 12, 2019.

Physical pain is never pleasant or welcomed. Nevertheless, it’s necessary for your well-being—pain is your body telling you something isn’t right and needs your attention.That fully applies to tooth pain. Read more
Your Toothache is Telling you Something's Wrong in Your Mouth
posted: Feb 02, 2019.

A toothache might mean you have tooth decay—or maybe not. It could also be a sign of other problems that will take a dental exam to uncover. But we can Read more
Take Steps to Reduce Mouth Acid and Avoid Dental Erosion
posted: Jan 23, 2019.

Your teeth’s hard, enamel coating protects them from environmental dangers or disease. But although it’s made of the hardest substance in the human body, enamel isn’t invincible — prolonged exposure Read more
Air Abrasion: An Alternative to the Traditional Dental Drill
posted: Jan 13, 2019.

Drilling teeth is an essential part of repairing and restoring the damage caused by tooth decay. For generations dentists have relied on the dental drill with its rotating burr to Read more
Stay Hydrated in Winter for Better Year-Round Oral Hygiene
posted: Jan 03, 2019.

Whether you live in the snow belt or the sunny south, the winter season often means a change in the weather. In many places, the sun isn't as strong and Read more
Not a Fan of Using CPAP for Your Sleep Apnea? Consider an Oral Appliance
posted: Dec 24, 2018.

Do you wake up in the morning still feeling tired? Are you drowsy, irritable or have difficulty concentrating? And is your snoring habit a running joke around your household?If you Read more
A Team Approach to Implants Helps Ensure a Satisfying New Smile
posted: Dec 14, 2018.

Dental implants are among the most popular tooth replacements with their high success rate, durability and life-like beauty. But obtaining them is a process that requires commitment, planning, and coordination Read more
Dental Visits are Key to Detecting Early Developing Tooth Decay
posted: Dec 04, 2018.

Tooth decay is as relentless as it is destructive, and it makes little distinction between age, gender, ethnicity or social status. Although risk levels vary from person to person, we’re Read more
Certain People may Benefit from Antibiotics Before Implant Surgery
posted: Nov 24, 2018.

Dental implants are considered today’s premier method for restoring missing teeth. Obtaining an implant, though, is often a long process and the implants themselves must be surgically placed within the Read more
Know the Kind of Smile You Want Before Cosmetic Dental Treatment
posted: Nov 14, 2018.

Before we discuss cosmetic options for transforming your smile, and before any preparations for treatment, there’s one question that needs to be answered: What do you want to be different Read more

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Richard E. Silvestri, DDS

Monday:

8:00 am-1:00 pm

4:00 pm-8:00 pm

Tuesday:

8:00 am-1:00 pm

Wednesday:

Closed

Thursday:

8:00 am-12:00 pm

1:30 pm-5:30 pm

Friday:

1:30 pm-5:30 pm

Saturday:

Every other Saturday with the exception of Saturdays in July August and September

Sunday:

Closed

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