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'Get Rid' of Those Unattractive Teeth with Porcelain Veneers
posted: Jan 19, 2020.

Those unattractive teeth you see in the mirror are what are standing between you and a truly beautiful smile. If only you could make them go away.In a way, you Read more
3 Things You Can Do to Help Your Child Avoid Tooth Decay
posted: Jan 09, 2020.

As a parent, you’re all about helping your kids grow up healthy. But there are some obstacles that can make that difficult. One in particular is tooth decay, which could Read more
Focus on Prime Dental Health Risk Areas to Map Out Your Care Plan
posted: Dec 30, 2019.

Dental care is more than brushing and flossing every day, visiting the dentist at least twice a year and occasionally having a problem treated. To get the most out of Read more
Legal or Not, Marijuana Poses a Health Risk to Your Gums
posted: Dec 20, 2019.

Proponents of legalized marijuana have won phenomenal gains over the last decade. Despite the federal government's continuing criminalization of the drug, several states including California, Colorado and Massachusetts, have voted Read more
Don't Worry About Dental Amalgam: It's Safe for Treating Cavities
posted: Dec 10, 2019.

Dental amalgam—also known as “silver fillings”—has been used for nearly a hundred years to treat cavities. There are several reasons why this mixture of metals has been the go-to material Read more
Chewing Tobacco is Just as Addictive and Dangerous as Smoking
posted: Nov 30, 2019.

Ask people about the “Great American Smoke-Out,” and many could tell you about this annual promotion encouraging tobacco smokers to quit. Ask them about “The Great American Spit-Out,” though, and Read more
Tooth Sensitivity Could Be a Sign of Deeper Problems
posted: Nov 20, 2019.

If you wince in pain while eating or drinking something hot or cold, you’re not alone: tooth sensitivity afflicts one in three Americans. To understand what’s possibly going on, let’s Read more
Keep Oral Care in Focus for a Family Member With Special Needs
posted: Nov 10, 2019.

Thanksgiving is an appropriate time to spotlight an often unsung group: individuals providing primary care for another family member. During November, National Family Caregivers Month recognizes those caring for children Read more
The 21st Century Promises Better Dental Diagnostics with Cone Beam Imaging
posted: Oct 31, 2019.

X-rays revolutionized dental care in the 20th Century. The same could happen in the 21st Century as cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) becomes a fixture beside the traditional x-ray machine.CBCT Read more
The Many Advantages of Dental Implants
posted: Oct 21, 2019.

Dental implants have become the standard for long-term tooth replacement. From mechanics to movie stars, people from all walks of life have discovered the advantages of replacing a missing tooth Read more
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

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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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