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Jackson Ave Dental Blog
Our dentists in Long Island City have created this resource on how to take care of your teeth just for our patients. Perhaps it answers your question about one of our dental services?
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When To Replace Amalgam Separator: Solmetex NXT Hg5
The amalgam separator by Solmetex NXT Hg5 needs to be replaced when the solids reach the "full line" that is dotted across the label....
David Chen, DDS
Jun 24, 20242 min read
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The Only Flowable Composite That We Use
At 1311 Jackson Ave Dental, the only flowable composite resin that we use is Titan, made by Vista Apex dental and we believe that there...
David Chen, DDS
Jun 24, 20243 min read
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Are Purple Stitches Dissolvable?
Purple stitches are most likely dissolvable because they're usually made of one of the synthetic polymers that are absorbable. We say...
David Chen, DDS
Dec 19, 20232 min read
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How Do Dissolvable Stitches Work?
Dissolvable stitches dissolve via proteolytic enzymatic degradation or hydrolysis, depending on the type of suture material that it is...
David Chen, DDS
Dec 18, 20234 min read
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What Happens If My Dissolvable Stitches Don't Dissolve?
It is impossible for dissolvable stitches to not dissolve because they were made to be broken down by water via hydrolysis. Patients are...
David Chen, DDS
Dec 14, 20233 min read
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Crest Gum Detoxify Side Effects
The potential side effects from using the Crest Gum Detoxify toothpaste can be teeth staining, fluoride toxicity, SLS reactions, and...
David Chen, DDS
Dec 13, 20233 min read
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How To Remove Chlorhexidine Tongue Staining
Removing chlorhexidine tongue stains only require diligent oral hygiene which includes brushing your tongue and rinsing with a...
David Chen, DDS
Dec 13, 20234 min read
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How Soon Can You Eat After Chlorhexidine Mouthwash?
After rinsing with chlorhexidine mouthwash, you should wait several hours before you eat or drink if you want to maximize its benefits....
David Chen, DDS
Dec 13, 20234 min read
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Why Does Chlorhexidine Mouthwash Increase Tartar Formation?
Rinsing with chlorhexidine mouthwash can increase tartar formation on teeth but why it happens has not yet been scientifically proven....
David Chen, DDS
Dec 3, 20234 min read
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SLS in Toothpaste: The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly
SLS toothpaste is a dentifrice that contains sodium lauryl sulfate which is a surfactant (soap/detergent) that aids in cleaning the...
David Chen, DDS
Dec 3, 20236 min read
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Does Sensodyne Have Sodium Lauryl Sulfate?
Most sensodyne toothpastes do not have sodium lauryl sulfate as one of the ingredients but there are a few exceptions which do have SLS....
David Chen, DDS
Dec 3, 20234 min read
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Titanium Dioxide in Toothpaste: Benefits & Safety
Titanium dioxide (TiO2) is a common toothpaste ingredient that is used to give the toothpaste its characteristically white color....
David Chen, DDS
Nov 30, 20235 min read
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Calcium Carbonate in Toothpaste: Benefits & Safety
Calcium carbonate is a common toothpaste ingredient with 5 key functions: whitening abrasive, white colorant, thickener,...
David Chen, DDS
Nov 30, 20235 min read
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Is Chlorhexidine Staining a Legitimate Concern?
Chlorhexidine is the generic version of Peridex, a medicated mouth rinse that is often prescribed by dentists to treat various oral...
David Chen, DDS
Nov 15, 20235 min read
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Is There a Home Remedy For Toothache Under Crown?
The only home remedy that works for a toothache under a crown is taking OTC painkillers which can relieve the tooth pain systemically....
David Chen, DDS
Nov 14, 20234 min read
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Rinsing With Listerine Burns Because It Has Alcohol In it
The burning sensation while rinsing with Listerine is due to its high alcohol content and to a lesser extent, the minty essential oils as...
David Chen, DDS
Oct 30, 20236 min read
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Do You Put Orajel On The Tooth or Gums?
Orajel is an over the counter local anesthetic in the form of a gel that is used to alleviate toothaches at home. The primary numbing...
David Chen, DDS
Sep 21, 20225 min read
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Why Is Orajel Not Working?
If you have a toothache and the Orajel is not working, it could be due to user error, not being used as intended, or trying to treat a...
David Chen, DDS
Aug 9, 20224 min read
35,947 views
Can Pregnant Women Use Orajel?
Pregnant women can use orajel while pregnant only if the benefits outweigh the risks. The reason is because orajel, which is made of...
David Chen, DDS
Jul 18, 20223 min read
31,460 views
Zocdoc Pros And Cons For Booking Appointments
Zocdoc puts it all in one app so you don't have to google every single doctor and then individually call each office to make a single...
David Chen, DDS
May 10, 20224 min read
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