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At Rotem Dental Care in Toms River NJ, we want to see our patients at least twice a year for a checkup and cleaning. A checkup can give you real peace of mind, especially since every one we do includes an oral cancer screening. Lung and breast cancer get a lot of public attention, and…

Preventing tooth decay is one of the main reasons people visit us at Rotem Dental Care in Toms River NJ. In this blog post, we’ll describe five things you should know about cavities. Cavities means tooth decay. They happen when certain bacteria produce acids that destroy a tooth’s hard surface, called enamel, and the underlying…

One of our most important roles at Rotem Dental Care in Toms River NJ is helping our patients maintain the best possible dental health. Regular cleanings and checkups are essential. Some of our patients have problems with mouth sores, which is the topic of this message. If you have a mouth sore that lasts more…

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…