Dentistry Redefined, Robert Graffeo, DDS Blog

After experiencing persistent tooth pain, you’ve taken the step to see your dentist. Following a series of dental assessments, it’s been determined that one of your teeth is significantly damaged and requires repair with a dental crown. If you’ve never undergone this procedure, you might be concerned about potential pain. In the following article, we’ll explore whether getting a dental crown is painful and discuss the consequences of delaying this essential treatment.

If there is one thing you can rely on, it’s that you’ll notice the gap in your front teeth every time you see your smile in the mirror or a photograph. It has been there as long as you can remember, but now it’s a new year, and you’re eager to make a change. While veneers and crowns have been go-to solutions for closing unwanted gaps for decades, there is now a much faster and more affordable option that is just as effective—dental bonding. What is it, how does it work, and can it help you finally get rid of that annoying space?

Cavities are one of the most common oral healthcare issues. In fact, according to the American Dental Association, 91% of adults 20 years or older have had at least one cavity in their lives. It’s important to address them as soon as possible, because if left alone, they can lead to other issues like infection or even eventual tooth loss.

In an ideal world, we would call our dentist as soon as we notice any deterioration. The truth is, though, that we often don’t even know that we have a cavity until some damage is already done. This can be especially true for cavities between your teeth (interproximal) that you can’t see. Keep reading to learn indicators that let you know you might have an interproximal cavity so you can catch it early on.

Botox and Juvéderm are two of the most popular cosmetic treatments on the market and every medical practitioner from registered nurses to podiatrists can become certified to give these injections.

This can make the decision on where to go to have your treatment done complicated, especially if you’ve never had a procedure before.

But should you really trust your face to a foot doctor? Probably not, especially when dentists are the clearly superior choice when it comes to improving the aesthetics of your face. Continue reading to learn why your dentist is more qualified to perform these procedures than most others in the medical field.

Summer is beach body season, and if you’re like many people, you’re trying to find any way that you can to look your best. Maybe you’re starting a new diet, or hitting the gym more often than you used to.

But if you’re really trying to impress, there’s nothing that makes a better impression than a beautiful smile! Cosmetic dentistry has a variety of treatments available that can give that to you. If you’re curious, here are a few examples.

The summer is a special season of the year. It means more time in the warm sunshine, relaxing vacations, and time with loved ones. It can also be time to improve your smile with dental implants! There may be no better opportunity to restore your teeth with this reliable and stable tooth loss solution. By inserting biocompatible titanium steel posts into the jaw, your teeth will be replaced from root to crown and offer various benefits for the rest of the year. Read on to learn four reasons why getting dental implants during the summer is beneficial.

Everyone is fully aware of how dangerous cancer is in general, but how much do you know about oral cancer in particular? Are you familiar enough with the warning signs and the possible contributing factors? Do you know the best strategy for having it detected early? As part of Oral Cancer Awareness Month in April, your dentist is giving you a helpful summary of the basics of oral cancer.

As you’re reading this, Tax Day is right around the corner! While it’s some people’s most dreaded day of the year, it’s soon followed by one of the best: the day you get your tax refund!

If you’re wondering how best to spend it, you might consider investing it in something that makes a difference in every part of your day-to-day life: your smile! Dentistry has plenty of ways to make use of your tax refund; here are just a few examples.

A new year has begun, which means it’s time for resolutions! Oftentimes, people make goals to improve their health or finances. The good news is that you can include both when it comes to caring for your teeth! By scheduling a dental checkup and cleaning early in the year,  you will be tending to your oral health and capitalizing on your dental insurance. Here are four reasons why visiting your dental team at the start of 2023 is a great idea!

Do you think that your teeth are too small or short? It can be difficult to feel confident about your teeth if they aren’t as proportionate as you’d like. The good news is that you don’t need to settle for a smile that you aren’t happy about showing off. There are a variety of cosmetic solutions out there that can help you achieve the pearly whites of your dreams. Here are just a few treatment options that can help to correct the appearance of small teeth.