Anyone with chronic bad breath understands the embarrassment it can cause. If you’re coping with persistent sour breath, ask us about it at Rotem Dental Care in Toms River NJ. There are several possible causes of bad breat, some of which may be overlooked: Poor oral hygiene Digestive problems Systemic infection Bacteria on dentures Gum…
General dentistry
What Is General Dentistry?
If you explored our website before landing on this blog, you have may noticed the term “general dentistry” on the menu, along with other services. “General dentistry” may sound bland, but it isn’t. At Rotem Dental Care in Toms River, it’s your assurance that we can diagnose and treat your most essential issues, and ensure…
Call Them What You Will, Just Keep Them Healthy
Chompers. Pearly Whites. Dents. Gnashers. Grill. There are lots of nicknames for teeth, and that’s okay; we use them too, at Rotem Dental Care in Toms River. Whatever you call them, take good care of them so they last! Making time in your busy day to brush and floss is a habit that will pay…
Is Grandpa Smiling?
How are Americans doing when it comes to the dental health of those who are sixty-five and over? Well, at Rotem Dental Care in Toms River, we’ve got some good news and bad news. The Good News: Tooth decay rates in older Americans has decreased in the past thirty years. The Bad News: 25% of…
9 Tips For Preventing Gum Disease
Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss in the United States. But it is a preventable disease, and also treatable, at Rotem Dental Care in Toms River. Here’s some simple ways to keep your teeth and gums healthy. Brush your teeth for two to three minutes, at least twice a day, with fluoridated…
Signs Of Oral Cancer: What Not To Ignore
This post from Rotem Dental Care in Toms River focuses on a very serious issue, oral (oropharyngeal) cancers. The medical community identifies oral cancers as a subset of head and neck cancers. Oral cancers can occur in the following locations: The tongue The roof of the mouth and under the tongue The inside of the…
Find A Few Minutes To Floss
One of the reasons people give for not flossing their teeth is that it’s hard to fit it into their daily schedule. The team at Rotem Dental Care in Toms River wants to remind those folks that flossing their teeth is every bit as important to their dental health as brushing. It has an entirely…
How Often Should I Replace My Toothbrush?
Have you replaced your toothbrush lately? You don’t have to answer that. At Rotem Dental Care in Toms River, we recommend replacing your toothbrush every three months. Too many people wait too long to get a new toothbrush, which can be bad for their dental health. It’s one of the reasons why most dentists hand…
Do You Have Periodontal Disease?
Periodontal disease is more common than you might think. At Rotem Dental Care in Toms River, we see patients with gum disease every day. Some patients aren’t even aware they have it until it’s been diagosed. Fortunately, it is a treatable condition. Periodontal disease, more commonly called gum disease, is an inflammation or infection of…
How Long Should You Brush?
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
At Rotem Dental Care in Toms River, we recommend two minutes as a minimum time for brushing your teeth. Most people think they brush for at least that long, but might be surprised if they actually set a timer. Most of us only brush for about a minute, if that. So, there is always room…
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