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What is a crown?

By Gold Coast Family Dental of Port Washington | September 12, 2023

If you have never had a crown before, you might be wondering why crown treatment is best, what the procedure involves, and which type of crown to choose. Let’s get down to the basics of crowns! A crown is the best way to treat many dental conditions, either to strengthen and save the tooth or to improve its appearance. We

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Keep Those Teeth Shipshape, Matey!

By Gold Coast Family Dental of Port Washington | September 5, 2023

September 19th is just around the corner, and you know what that means—Aye, matey, it’s “Talk Like a Pirate Day”! Why do we have a “Talk Like a Pirate Day” and not a “Take Care of Your Teeth Like a Pirate Day”? You don’t need a treasure map to find the answers! The toothbrush as we know it, with easy to

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Celebrate Labor Day by Getting Away

By Gold Coast Family Dental of Port Washington | August 29, 2023

Labor Day honors the contributions that workers have made to this country, and for many Americans, the holiday is a great time to relax at home with family and friends. But there are quite a few people who celebrate the holiday by getting out of town, with an estimated 33 million people traveling more than 50 miles over Labor Day

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Alleviate Tooth Sensitivity

By Gold Coast Family Dental of Port Washington | August 22, 2023

If a sip of ice water, spoonful of ice cream, or piping hot latte is enough to send shivers up your spine from tooth sensitivity, be assured you are not alone. It’s estimated that as many as one in eight adults suffers from tooth sensitivity. What causes sensitive teeth? Some of the causes of tooth sensitivity include brushing too hard,

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Heart Disease and Oral Health

By Gold Coast Family Dental of Port Washington | August 1, 2023

Is there a link between oral health and heart health? This is a question that has been receiving a lot of attention in recent studies. While as yet there is no definitive study that proves oral health has an effect on overall heart health, there is also no definitive proof that oral health doesn’t affect heart health. So, what do we know,

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The Connection Between Your Mouth and Your Heart

By Gold Coast Family Dental of Port Washington | July 25, 2023

At Gold Coast Family Dental of Port Washington we know your dental health is closely connected to your overall health. We also know that the mouth can oftentimes be the first place to show signs of other bodily health issues. Studies have shown possible links between periodontal (gum) disease and heart disease, and researchers have found that people with gum

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Why Are My Gums Shrinking?

By Gold Coast Family Dental of Port Washington | July 18, 2023

If you’ve noticed that your teeth appear longer, you may be suffering from gum recession. This is a common problem among adults, and can result from several factors. If gum recession seems to be happening in your mouth, schedule an appointment at our Port Washington, New York office. We will take a look and figure out the cause, and help

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The Safety of Dental X-Rays

By Gold Coast Family Dental of Port Washington | July 11, 2023

An article was released to the public stating that dental X-rays contribute to a type of brain cancer. After reading an article like this, your first thought may be to avoid dental X-rays, but you may want to hold off on that quick judgment. As with any treatment we offer at Gold Coast Family Dental of Port Washington, education is

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Fun Facts for the Fourth

By Gold Coast Family Dental of Port Washington | July 4, 2023

The Fourth of July is a great time to get together with friends and family members for BBQ, games, fireworks, and other celebrations in honor of our country’s independence. While your fellow revelers eat hot dogs and wave flags, you can impress them by sharing these fascinating facts and historical tidbits about some of our country’s traditions and symbols from

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Heart Disease and Oral Health

By Gold Coast Family Dental of Port Washington | June 27, 2023

According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, more than 200 million Americans suffer from some degree of inflammation of the gums. Over the past decade, researchers have published studies that link the bacteria involved in periodontal disease to cardiovascular disease. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have connected oral infections to heart disease, diabetes, stroke, and