Tartar Broke Off While Flossing
Occasionally the tartar (calculus) can come off while flossing and that is not a bad thing at all. What it means is that the tartar is...
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Jackson Ave Dental Blog
Our informative dentists at our Long Island City office have put together an additional resource on how to take care of your teeth just for our patients. Perhaps it answers that question about one of our dental services?
Follow along to learn about tips on maintaining excellent oral health.
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David Chen, DDS
- Sep 4, 2022
- 7 min
How Long Does Gingivitis Last? - The Truth
Gingivitis will last until you finally decide to get treatment for it because it will not go away on its own. It is a non-self curing...
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David Chen, DDS
- Aug 29, 2022
- 6 min
What Does Tartar On Teeth Look Like?
We all know that tartar (calculus) is bad for your teeth because your dentist tells you so and it is on all of the toothpaste labels....
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David Chen, DDS
- Jul 24, 2022
- 5 min
Can You Get a Gum Infection Around Your Crown?
You most certainly can get a gum infection around a crown because crowns protect your teeth but they don't protect your gums. Basically,...
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David Chen, DDS
- Jul 4, 2022
- 7 min
Can You Drain a Gum Abscess At Home?
Unfortunately it is NOT possible to drain a gum abscess at home because the swelling is more diffuse than localized. The abscess is...
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David Chen, DDS
- Jun 28, 2022
- 4 min
What is The Best Toothpaste For Receding Gums?
In order to determine the best toothpaste for receding gums, we need to understand what causes gum recession and the symptoms that result...
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David Chen, DDS
- Jun 26, 2022
- 14 min
Megathread for Gum Pain
There are far more things that can make your gums hurt than you may realize. What you should do about it would depend on the cause....
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David Chen, DDS
- Jun 13, 2022
- 9 min
Bone Loss in Teeth: Causes, Prevention & Treatment
We often associate cavities with losing teeth but bone loss in teeth is also another major contributing cause. That is correct, you can...
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David Chen, DDS
- May 22, 2022
- 7 min
How To Remove Tartar Without a Dentist: The Truth
It has been awhile since your last visit to the dentist and you've noticed a lot of tartar on your teeth but is it possible to remove...
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David Chen, DDS
- May 17, 2022
- 4 min
The Truth About How Long A Deep Teeth Cleaning Takes
This is your first dental cleaning in a few years but your dentist just informed you that you need a deep cleaning and not a normal...
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David Chen, DDS
- May 12, 2022
- 5 min
How To Fix A Loose Tooth And Tighten It
Fixing a loose tooth typically involves a combination of a deep cleaning along with some teeth splinting. The exact treatment to tighten...
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David Chen, DDS
- Apr 15, 2022
- 4 min
Black Tartar On Teeth - What On Earth Is This?
Well, plaque and tartar will naturally build up on teeth over time but what is this black stuff that you see? Is that normal or should...
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David Chen, DDS
- Apr 12, 2022
- 5 min
Is It Safe To Be Kissing With Bleeding Gums?
You haven't been to the dentist in awhile and your gums are bleeding when you brush but you just got a new boyfriend. Is it safe or is it...
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David Chen, DDS
- Apr 8, 2022
- 5 min
Can Gum Disease Kill You?
We all know that our oral health is incredibly important and that we should get our biannual dental check ups but are dentists doing more...
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David Chen, DDS
- Apr 5, 2022
- 5 min
What can I eat after deep cleaning of teeth?
A deep cleaning does not prevent you from eating what you want but some foods may be more comfortable to eat than others. In addition to...
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