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  • Football Season? Practice Dental Defense

    Author: Anonymous updated: Sep. 05, 2023

    It’s finally football season, and whether you’re on the field, at the game, or watching at home with friends, it’s time to work on some defensive dental strategies. Taking the Field If Read more
  • Labor Day: Our favorite holiday to rest!

    Author: Anonymous updated: Aug. 29, 2023

    Labor Day, celebrated on the first Monday each September here in the United States, is a holiday devoted to the American working community. The purpose of the holiday is honoring Read more
  • Solutions for Dry Mouth (Xerostomia)

    Author: Anonymous updated: Aug. 22, 2023

    Dry mouth, or xerostomia, is a common side effect of many medications. It can also be a side effect of cancer treatments, or the result of certain auto-immune diseases. the Read more
  • Choosing the Dental Filling Option that's Best for You

    Author: Anonymous updated: Aug. 15, 2023

    Did you know there are as many types of dental fillings as there are flavors of ice cream? Okay, maybe that’s an exaggeration. Still, when you visit the dentist with Read more
  • Steer clear of that candy!

    Author: Anonymous updated: Aug. 08, 2023

    At Andrew J. Spiridigloizzi, D.D.S., we know how tempting candy can sometimes be on our sweet tooth, but it’s important to remember that every candy and sugary treat you consume Read more
  • The Dog Days of Summer

    Author: Anonymous updated: Aug. 01, 2023

    Here we are in the middle of the hottest time of the year. Yes, it’s the dog days of summer. But, wait—just what are “the dog days of summer,” anyway? The Read more
  • The Effects of Biting Your Nails

    Author: Anonymous updated: Jul. 25, 2023

    Also known as onchophagia, the habit of nail biting is one of the so-called “nervous habits” that can be triggered by stress, excitement, or boredom. Approximately half of all kids Read more
  • Teens and Gum Disease

    Author: Anonymous updated: Jul. 18, 2023

    You have a lot going on. School. Sports. Activities. Family. Friends. Teens lead busy lives and have busy schedules, so you need to budget your time and energy. One thing Read more
  • Three Surprising Causes of Bad Breath

    Author: Anonymous updated: Jul. 11, 2023

    Rumor has it that the Queen of England doesn’t allow garlic in the palace. And, even if you have no royal duties in the near future, it might be a Read more
  • Fun Facts for the Fourth

    Author: Anonymous updated: Jul. 04, 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 Read more
  • Common Emergency Care Visits: Toothaches and Abscesses

    Author: Anonymous updated: Jun. 27, 2023

    You never know when a dental problem may arise. Unfortunately, they don’t necessarily occur during office hours. the doctor can provide you with the proper information and treatment options to Read more
  • Ease up on your gums — don’t brush your teeth too hard!

    Author: Anonymous updated: Jun. 20, 2023

    A lot of patients go at their teeth like they were sanding an old floor—that is to say, way too hard! Brushing too hard is probably the most common mistake Read more
  • Sleep Apnea and Snoring

    Author: Anonymous updated: Jun. 13, 2023

    Snoring may not be something you take seriously. You might even laugh or joke about it. But the fact is, anytime you or your partner snore to the point of Read more
  • June is National Smile Month: Show off your smile!

    Author: Anonymous updated: Jun. 06, 2023

    The community health awareness group Oral Health America has reported that 82 percent of adults are unaware of the role that infectious bacteria can play in tooth decay or cavities, Read more
  • Let’s Talk About Fluoride

    Author: Anonymous updated: May 30, 2023

    So much of parenting is a balancing act. Making sure your child has enough play time and enough nap time. Crafting meals that are both healthy and appealing. Making sure Read more
  • Memorial Day: Parades, remembrance, and the unofficial start of summer!

    Author: Anonymous updated: May 23, 2023

    “The purpose of all war is peace.” - Saint Augustine Fire truck sirens, baton twirlers, marching bands covering patriotic tunes, colorful floats, costumes, and millions of red, white, and blue American Read more