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Gum Surgery Can Improve Your Smile and Save Your Teeth
posted: Oct 11, 2019.

While the term “plastic surgery” might bring to mind face lifts or tummy tucks, not all procedures in this particular surgical field are strictly cosmetic. Some can make a big Read more
Why a Bonded Retainer Might be a Better Choice After Braces
posted: Oct 01, 2019.

A lot of time and effort goes into straightening your smile. But there’s a possibility it might not stay that way—and all that hard work could be lost. The same Read more
Dental Offices Hold to the Highest Standards to Protect Patients from Infection
posted: Sep 21, 2019.

Our bodies wage a continuous war against enemies too small to be seen with the naked eye. If we’re healthy, our immune system will stop the vast majority of these Read more
Orthodontics: More Than Straightening a Crooked Smile
posted: Sep 11, 2019.

Braces are a common experience among teens and pre-teens. And although the treatment can be a major financial undertaking, more and more families pursue it to help their child attain Read more
How Early Dental Visits Can Improve Your Child's Oral Health
posted: Sep 01, 2019.

Pediatricians and dentists alike recommend beginning your child's regular dental visits at an earlier age rather than later. Most say children's first visits should happen around their first birthday.Some may Read more
3 Common Sources of Fluoride You Might Not Know About
posted: Aug 22, 2019.

In the early 1900s, a Colorado dentist noticed his patients had fewer cavities than the norm. He soon found the cause: naturally occurring fluoride in their drinking water. That discovery Read more
Aggressive Forms of Gum Disease May Require Invasive Measures
posted: Aug 12, 2019.

Although aggressive and potentially devastating, periodontal (gum) disease can be brought under control with proven methods. For most patients removing the underlying cause, bacterial plaque built up on tooth surfaces, Read more
Behavioral Therapy Could Reduce a Child's Dental Anxiety Without Drugs
posted: Aug 02, 2019.

It’s common for kids to be less than enthusiastic about visiting the dentist. For some, though, it’s even more of a challenge: A child with extreme anxiety and fear during Read more
We'll Help You Maintain Your Oral Health After Gum Disease
posted: Jul 23, 2019.

It’s been a long road back to oral health for you after periodontal (gum) disease. But after several plaque removal sessions and perhaps even surgical procedures to address deep infection, Read more
You May Need to Postpone an Upcoming Dental Visit if You Have Shingles
posted: Jul 13, 2019.

Chicken pox is a common viral infection that usually occurs during childhood. Although the disease symptoms only last a short time, the virus that caused it may remain, lying dormant Read more
Do a Little Extra Food Prep to Ease TMD Discomfort
posted: Jul 03, 2019.

Because it requires jaw movement, eating can be difficult and painful if you have a temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). During flareups you may switch to foods that are easier to Read more
Grafting can Help Regenerate Gum Tissue Lost Through Recession
posted: Jun 23, 2019.

Gum recession — when the gum tissue covering teeth wears away — is a serious matter. If the roots become exposed you'll not only have increased sensitivity and possible discomfort, Read more
Keep Alert for this Extreme Form of Gingivitis
posted: Jun 13, 2019.

It takes only a few days of inadequate oral hygiene for bacterial plaque to trigger the periodontal (gum) disease gingivitis. Though sometimes subtle, there are signs to watch for like Read more
Anchorage Tools Help Orthodontists Correct Complex Bite Problems
posted: Jun 03, 2019.

While braces are often the stars for straightening smiles, they're not the only cast members in an orthodontic production. Orthodontists occasionally turn to other appliances if the bite problem is Read more
3 Ways Orthodontic Techniques Could Prevent a Poor Bite
posted: May 24, 2019.

While orthodontists can effectively correct most poor bites (malocclusions), some can be quite complex requiring much time and expense. But there's good news—we often don't have to wait on a Read more
3 Tips for Helping Your Child Feel More Comfortable Going to the Dentist
posted: May 14, 2019.

There’s really no secret to keeping your child’s teeth healthy — good, daily hygiene habits, regular dental visits and early treatment for emerging problems. It’s a lot easier for those 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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