Dental health

Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss in adult Americans, yet many people are surprisingly under-informed about it. In this blog post from Rotem Dental Care in Toms River NJ, we share some basic facts about gum disease. In its earliest and most treatable stage, gum disease is called gingivitis. The more advanced…

You rarely hear the word “toothpaste” without it being preceded by “fluoride.” Fluoride toothpaste is good for teeth, and at Rotem Dental Care in Toms River NJ, we encourage its use. Fluoride is an essential mineral that helps your teeth stay strong. It is found in some foods and water and makes toothpastes more effective…

At Rotem Dental Care in Toms River NJ, we see more cavities in our patients than we would like to. Cavities are far too common in the United States, and there is a tendency to consider them inevitable. Cavities happen when certain types of bacteria produce acids in the mouth. These acids destroy the enamel…

Most people know that the sugar in candy, cookies, juices, and sodas can harm your teeth, but some people don’t realize that all carbohydrates can cause cavities. As we will describe in this post from Rotem Dental Care in Toms River NJ, a handful of pretzels or a piece of pumpernickel bread can have the…

Your overall dental health depends on healthy teeth and gums. Along with regular checkups at Rotem Dental Care in Toms River NJ regular brushing and flossing helps keep everything in good shape. You already know how to brush your teeth. But there are best practices that you may not be aware of. Bearing in mind…