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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?

Follow along to learn about tips on maintaining excellent oral health.

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How To Make A Salt Water Rinse

Knowing how to make a salt water rinse is indispensable because it is extremely effective and can be used for almost all types of dental...

David Chen, DDS

Jul 21, 20224 min read

Temporary Crown Fell Off And Tooth Hurts

If your tooth hurts because the temporary crown fell off, you need to glue it back on immediately so it stops hurting. Ideally, you can...

David Chen, DDS

Jul 17, 20225 min read

My Temporary Crown Fell Off - What Should I Do?

If your temporary crown falls off, you should either reglue it yourself with temporary glue or have your dentist do it for you. It is...

David Chen, DDS

Jul 17, 20225 min read

Gum Abscess popped by itself - What to do?

Its not unusual for a dental abscess to burst on its own because it is literally a ball of pus enclosed by your thin stretched out...

David Chen, DDS

Jul 17, 20226 min read

How to Drain a Tooth Abscess at Home

Depending on the stage of the tooth abscess, you may be able to drain it yourself at home but whether or not it is effective is another...

David Chen, DDS

Jul 2, 20226 min read

Can Clove Oil Kill A Toothache?

Using clove oil as a natural toothache home remedy has been around for centuries but does it work and what does the FDA say about it?...

David Chen, DDS

May 29, 20227 min read

How Long Does ORAJEL Last: The Truth

Orajel can be purchased over the counter at any pharmacy but how long does it last for a toothache? Does it only work for mild toothaches...

David Chen, DDS

May 24, 20225 min read

SEVERE Bleeding After Wisdom Tooth Removal: What to do

Wisdom tooth removal is a surgical procedure and a consequence of it is post operative bleeding but how much bleeding is normal? For how...

David Chen, DDS

May 20, 20227 min read

How To Whiten Teeth With Baking Soda BUT Does It Work?

Baking soda is one of the easiest home remedies for whitening your teeth due to the accessibility of the ingredients but how do you do it...

David Chen, DDS

May 7, 20224 min read

Throbbing Tooth Pain That Comes And Goes - What To Do

Are you having tooth pain that throbs spontaneously but comes and goes away on its own? One moment it will bother you and you can't...

David Chen, DDS

May 5, 20224 min read

Should You Use Hydrogen Peroxide For A Toothache?

Are you experiencing some tooth pain and looking for an antiseptic rinse that can alleviate the pain? Will hydrogen peroxide work? You...

David Chen, DDS

May 3, 20224 min read

Peppermint Tea Bag For A Toothache - Home Remedy

Are you having a mild toothache but unable to make it to the dentist due to your work schedule? Wondering if peppermint tea bags as a...

David Chen, DDS

May 2, 20224 min read

Can Rinsing With Salt Water Make A Toothache Worse?

You're having some throbbing tooth pain and you're wondering if there is a mouth rinse that you can use to calm down the toothache. Does...

David Chen, DDS

Apr 18, 20223 min read

Can Oregano Oil Stop A Tooth Infection?

Having a toothache and you're unable to make it to the dentist for whatever reason? Looking for a home remedy and you remembered you had...

David Chen, DDS

Apr 18, 20224 min read

Can Strawberries Whiten Teeth?

Have you heard about how strawberries can whiten your teeth? Who would've known that a simple fruit can get rid of stains and brighten...

David Chen, DDS

Apr 11, 20224 min read

Temporary Tooth Filling Guide

Help! My tooth filling fell out, what do I do? Do I need to do anything if it doesn't hurt? This is a guide on what to do and everything...

David Chen, DDS

Apr 3, 20227 min read

Are coconut oil pulling dangers real or false?

An ancient Ayurvedic practice dating back 3000 years ago has resurfaced in modern times with touted benefits such as preventing tooth...

David Chen, DDS

Mar 30, 20226 min read