Recently some of our patients have asked what Hillside Dental is doing to keep everyone safe. We have always had the highest disinfection and sterilization protocols and now we are doing so much more. We are following the American Dental […]
Read Full ArticleIt goes without saying, we are living in highly unusual times these days. We are dealing with a level of uncertainty that many of us have never experienced. So, not out of panic, but out of prudence and the recommendations […]
Read Full ArticleValuable Diagnostic Tool X-rays, also called radiographs, give your dentist the ability to see between and inside your teeth. We can also view the tip of your roots and bone underneath your gums – places not normally visible to the […]
Read Full ArticleObstructive sleep apnea is a condition that causes throat muscles to relax and narrows the airways of those affected while they are asleep. Snorting, choking or gasping while sleeping are the indicators of the condition. Usually the sufferers’ partner notices […]
Read Full ArticleGum disease (gingivitis) that goes untreated can become periodontitis. When this happens, the infection that affected your gums causes loss in the bone that supports your teeth. Periodontitis is the main cause of tooth loss in adults. Forbes (3/17) contributor […]
Read Full ArticleSometimes our smiles need a little more care than the standard exam, cleaning, or occasional filling. Due to issues with your overall health, heredity, an accident, or some other reason, you may need to visit a dental specialist. Dental specialists […]
Read Full ArticleWhat is Fluoride? Fluoride is a natural mineral found throughout the Earth’s crust. Fluoride is also found in some food and water supplies. How does it work? Fluoride concentrates in the growing bones and developing teeth of children, helping to […]
Read Full ArticleWhen buying a toothbrush, look for the ADA seal. The American Dental Association (ADA) Seal of Acceptance is the gold standard for toothbrushes. The toothbrush is 5,000 years old. In many different forms, that is. Ancient civilizations used a “chew […]
Read Full ArticleEnd Results of Vaping and Effects on Oral Health: By irresponsible marketing targeting the young population with fruity flavors and the idea that it is thought to be a safer alternative to cigarettes, vaping can be just as dangerous or […]
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