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The benefits of oral DNA testing Dental CareDental HealthDr. Alan SteinerDr. Derek FineFamily Dentistry
November 22, 2017

The benefits of oral DNA testing

Oral DNA testing is a relatively new diagnostic tool that takes a lot of the subjectivity out of dentistry. Usually when diagnosing or checking a patient, we use our many years’ of experience and dental training to observe and identify issues or potential issues. While we will always do that, we now have an extra diagnostic tool, oral DNA testing.…
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How simple orthodontics can improve gum health Dental CareDental HealthDr. Derek FineGum diseaseYour Dentist
November 16, 2017

How simple orthodontics can improve gum health

Dental treatments don’t have to be complicated or invasive. Some very simple orthodontics can drastically improve gum health and benefit your overall wellbeing. Orthodontic treatments can: Straighten teeth and reduce dental crowding Correct your bite so pressure is spread evenly across your mouth Reduce the change of damaging any prominent or misaligned teeth Help improve gum health by reducing hard…
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Enhancing your appearance at any age Brighter SmileCosmetic DentistryDental CareDr. Derek FineFamily Dentistry
October 27, 2017

Enhancing your appearance at any age

You’re never too old to look your best. You are never too old for many of our orthodontics treatments either. As holistic dentists, we at Aesthetic Family Dentistry in Denville, New Jersey treat patients of all ages and stages of life. We will always say you are never too young or too old to look great! Many of our orthodontics…
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The benefits of Perio Protect trays for improving gum health Dr. Alan SteinerFamily DentistryGum diseaseYour Dentist
October 10, 2017

The benefits of Perio Protect trays for improving gum health

Periodontal disease is relentless. According to the CDC, 47 percent of Americans have it, with that percentage increasing to over 70 percent when you reach 65 years of age. As dentists, we constantly fight periodontal disease. For a while, getting the better of it seemed a long way away, but could Perio Protect trays change all that? Main causes of…
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Benefits of using lasers in periodontal therapy Dental CareDr. Alan SteinerDr. Derek FineLaser DentistryYour Dentist
September 20, 2017

Benefits of using lasers in periodontal therapy

According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR), most Americans over the age of 30 have some level of periodontal disease. Our lifestyle, diet and sugar-rich snacks provide the ideal environment for microorganisms and we are constantly fighting to maintain oral health. As dentists, we spend a lot of our time treating periodontal disease. We have a…
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Causes and treatments of cracked teeth CavitiesDental QuestionsDr. Derek FineFamily Dentistry
August 28, 2017

Causes and treatments of cracked teeth

You could have the best oral health habits in the world, floss daily, brush regularly and visit your dentists when you should but nothing can prevent a cracked tooth. It is just one of those things with causes out of our control and while we can minimize risk as much as possible, accidents do happen. With the obvious exception of…
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Help keep your teeth white with these five natural products Cosmetic DentistryDental CareDr. Derek Finehealthy teethwhitening toothpastes
August 21, 2017

Help keep your teeth white with these five natural products

As cosmetic dentists, teeth whitening is a core service we offer and it has to be one of our most popular. We carry out hundreds of tooth whitening procedures each year and are more than happy to continue doing so. But did you know there are things you can do to help keep your teeth whiter? Aside from your usual…
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Top ten foods that promote fresh breath Bad BreathBrighter SmileDental CareDr. Derek Fineperfect smileYour Dentist
August 3, 2017

Top ten foods that promote fresh breath

Odorous breath is something nobody likes to talk about yet is something some of us cannot avoid. Whether we live with, work with or just know someone with bad breath, smelling it is something that cannot be avoided. Yet the condition itself can easily be avoided. Bad breath is caused by bacteria in the mouth that feed on food left…
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Sleep apnea signs, risk factors and treatments Dr. Derek FineSleep ApneaYour Dentist
July 25, 2017

Sleep apnea signs, risk factors and treatments

Sleep apnea affects the way someone breathes when asleep and often manifests in very heavy snoring and even interrupted breathing. Left untreated, it can cause tensions between partners and all the symptoms of sleep deprivation. It is not something you want to leave untreated. It can affect children as well as adults and is more common than we might think.…
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