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Alleviate Tooth Sensitivity

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

There’s nothing like the simple seasonal pleasures. What’s more enjoyable than a cup of hot apple cider on a blustery winter day, or a tall glass of ice water in the middle of a summer heatwave? Until, that is, tooth sensitivity makes that hot or cold treat no treat at all. If untimely tooth sensitivity is causing you problems, there

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April is National Facial Protection Month

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

The Importance of Facial Protection Americans from all walks of life should mark April as National Facial Protection Month on their calendars. The American Association of Pediatric Dentistry, Academy for Sports Dentistry, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, and American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons have combined forces to sponsor this annual campaign, which aims to educate and remind us

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Periodontics and Braces Treatment

By Gold Coast Family Dental of Port Washington | March 28, 2023

Most people think braces are all about their teeth. While it is true orthodontics is meant to move your teeth into proper position, there’s more to it than that. To safely move your teeth with braces, you’re going to need healthy and stable gums (or periodontium—the tissues that support your teeth). For this reason it’s critical to have your periodontal

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Top Five Things to Keep Your Dentist Smiling

By Gold Coast Family Dental of Port Washington | March 21, 2023

Come say hello twice a year. The American Dental Association says two times is the charm. Multiple visits a year let us keep an eye out for any developing issues. It’s important to remember that this goes for the whole family. Children over one year old should be seeing the doctor! Stay fresh. At Gold Coast Family Dental of Port Washington, we

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Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day

By Gold Coast Family Dental of Port Washington | March 14, 2023

Millions of people, around Port Washington, New York and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it may be easy for you to throw on a green shirt, sport a St. Patrick’s Day button, or wear a pair of emerald-hued shoes, if you’re an avid St.

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Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths

By Gold Coast Family Dental of Port Washington | March 7, 2023

At Gold Coast Family Dental of Port Washington, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest to prevent. One of the most common ways we recommend to boost your oral health is by improving your diet, because you (and your mouth) truly are what you

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Teeth Whitening and Your Smile

By Gold Coast Family Dental of Port Washington | February 28, 2023

The best type of whitening for your smile depends on what you are hoping to accomplish. Whitening Toothpastes This is certainly the easiest method of whitening, but will brushing alone produce your whitest smile? Probably not. Whitening toothpastes use chemicals and abrasives to remove some surface stains caused by foods, beverages, and smoking. They can also be used to maintain

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Diabetes and Dental Care

By Gold Coast Family Dental of Port Washington | February 21, 2023

When most people think of complications of diabetes, they think of an increased risk of blindness, limb amputation, heart disease, and neuropathy. However, the doctor and our team want you to know that emerging research is revealing a possible connection between uncontrolled diabetes and dental problems. Whether you have type 2 diabetes or type 1, an uncontrolled high blood glucose

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The Origins of Valentine’s Day

By Gold Coast Family Dental of Port Washington | February 14, 2023

When we think of Valentine’s Day, we think of cards, flowers, and chocolates. We think of girlfriends celebrating being single together and couples celebrating their relationship. We think of all things pink and red taking over every pharmacy and grocery store imaginable. But what the doctor and our team would like to think of is when and how this joyous,

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February is Heart Month

By Gold Coast Family Dental of Port Washington | February 7, 2023

The American Academy of Periodontology stresses the importance of good oral health since gum disease may be linked to heart disease and stroke. Thus far, no cause-and-effect relationship has been established, but there are multiple theories to explain the link between heart disease and periodontal disease. One theory suggests that oral bacteria may affect heart health when it enters the