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I Have Fluoride Toothpaste and Fluoridated Water; Do I Need a Fluoride Treatment?

By Gold Coast Family Dental of Port Washington | December 21, 2021

Fluoride is a naturally occurring ion with a history of greatly reducing the incidence of tooth decay in children. However, over the past decade, people have increasingly consumed bottled water, most of which does not contain fluoride, and children are no longer getting the recommended dosage of fluoride. In addition, many areas do not add the optimum amount of fluoride

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Hypersensitive Teeth

By Gold Coast Family Dental of Port Washington | December 14, 2021

It is common to experience dentine hypersensitivity, with symptoms ranging from moderate to severe. Why does it happen, and how do you know if this sensitivity is something to be concerned about? The first step is to determine the cause. The most common cause of the sensitivity is exposure of the dentin. Dentin is the layer immediately surrounding the nerve

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Treatment Options for TMD

By Gold Coast Family Dental of Port Washington | December 7, 2021

Temporomandibular dysfunction (TMD) refers to a diverse range of disorders that relate to muscular function in the jaw and face — the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). That could mean difficulty opening your mouth, pain in the jaw or face, or any sort of problem with the jaw joint. TMD can be difficult to diagnose because of the varied causes. Whatever the

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What’s in Toothpaste And How Does It Work?

By Gold Coast Family Dental of Port Washington | November 30, 2021

the doctor and our team recommend that you brush your teeth two to three times a day, for at least two minutes each time. But have you ever wondered what’s in toothpaste and how it actually works? The mouth is home to more than 500 types of microorganisms that feed on leftover food that gets stuck on and around your

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Thanksgiving in North America

By Gold Coast Family Dental of Port Washington | November 23, 2021

Thanksgiving marks the start to the holidays; a season filled with feasting, indulging, and spending time with family and friends are always special. Thanksgiving is a holiday meant for giving thanks, and while this may seem like such a natural celebration, the United States is only one of a handful of countries to officially celebrate with a holiday. Unlike many

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Interproximal Cavities: The Inside Story

By Gold Coast Family Dental of Port Washington | November 16, 2021

Time to brush! So, you make sure you gently brush the plaque off the outside surfaces of your teeth. You want to present a gleaming smile to the world, after all. And you make sure to brush the inside surfaces as well, because who wants to feel a fuzzy patch of plaque every time their tongue hits their teeth? And,

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Dental Emergencies in Children

By Gold Coast Family Dental of Port Washington | November 9, 2021

Unfortunately, dental emergencies can sometimes be unavoidable among young children. The good news is the doctor can help you prepare in case you and your child find yourselves in any of the following situations. Teething Starting at about four months and lasting up to three years, your son or daughter may experience teething pain. It’s common for teething children to

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November Marks National Diabetes Awareness Month

By Gold Coast Family Dental of Port Washington | November 2, 2021

Diabetes is a chronic disease that increases the risk for many serious health problems, including severe gum disease. November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and it’s a great time for us at Gold Coast Family Dental of Port Washington to remind our patients that the way you care for your teeth at home doesn’t just affect your oral health; keeping your

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Halloween: Candy, costumes, and more!

By Gold Coast Family Dental of Port Washington | October 26, 2021

All Hallows’ Eve, more commonly known as Halloween, is a yearly event celebrated on October 31, and one that is anticipated by the young and young at heart all over the world. Some scholars claim that Halloween originated from Celtic festivals that honored the dead or that celebrated the harvest, while others doubt that there’s any connection at all to

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Flossing Fixes

By Gold Coast Family Dental of Port Washington | October 19, 2021

A length of floss plus your teeth is about as low-tech as it gets. But, as with so many other “simple” skills, it helps to learn just the right technique to avoid common mistakes and to make your flossing as effective as it can possibly be. You’re getting ready to go out, and your floss keeps getting stuck, shredding, or