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Author: Anonymous updated: Mar. 31, 2026

If you participate in sports or other physical activities, it’s wise to consider getting a mouthguard. Also known as mouth protectors, mouthguards are a device worn over the teeth to Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Mar. 24, 2026

Gingivitis is an early stage of gum disease that results when bacteria in your mouth cause inflammation in your gums. This is a common condition, and you can treat it Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Mar. 17, 2026

Sometime around the late teens or early twenties, people’s wisdom teeth start to erupt. These are the third and final set of molars. When wisdom teeth come in properly — Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Mar. 10, 2026

A smile makeover is usually a combination of one or more cosmetic dental procedures. To achieve your desired result, the doctor may perform or suggest a variety of options. The Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Mar. 03, 2026

It might seem like you’ve gotten a great night’s sleep—but why aren’t you well rested? Worse, why are you waking up with: A headache Ringing in your ears or an earache Pain in Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Feb. 24, 2026

Molars are made up of canyons, caves, pits, and seemingly endless caverns that are a breeding ground for decay. The protective solution is a sealant. When done correctly, a sealant Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Feb. 17, 2026

the doctor and our team know that as a parent, you want your child to be as healthy as possible. By now, you probably know that your son or daughter’s Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Feb. 10, 2026

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 Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Feb. 03, 2026

It’s the littlest month of the year, so what better time to think about the dental health of our littlest family members? February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, and Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Jan. 27, 2026

We know how frustrating it can be to discover your child has one or more cavities when you come to visit Andrew J. Spiridigloizzi, D.D.S.. There are several ways to Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Jan. 20, 2026

We’re parents, so we worry. It comes with the job description! That’s why we make sure our children use toothbrushes with soft bristles and apply just the right amount of Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Jan. 13, 2026

There are certainly situations when going to an emergency room is the best response for your problem. A severe injury to your mouth, jaw, or face would qualify. However, when it Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Jan. 06, 2026

You’ve made an appointment at our New Hartford, New York office to treat your cavity, the decayed area has been removed, and the site has been cleaned and prepared for Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Dec. 30, 2025

We’ve been celebrating the new year for a really, really long time. It goes way back, but it started formally in 1582, when Pope George XIII made January 1st the Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Dec. 23, 2025

You’re an old pro at brushing and flossing by now—after all, you’ve devoted years to looking after your dental health, carefully brushing for two minutes twice each day and flossing Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Dec. 16, 2025

Fluoride is a mineral that plays an essential role in oral health. In fact, the significant reduction in American tooth decay in recent decades can be attributed to a greater Read more