Ancient Dental Techniques
In our last article we told you about how teeth can leave behind a record of what our ancestors ate millions of years ago. According to the journal Nature, evidence of tooth drilling has also been discovered from nearly six millennia ago. In a Neolithic graveyard on the Pakistan/ Afghanistan border (also known as the […]
Ancient Teeth Provide Evolutionary Clues
Did you know that our teeth leave behind a record of what we ate for dinner millions of years ago? According to a recent article featured in the scientific journal Plos One… our teeth have evolved. A scientist analyzed a collection of 15 ancient teeth found in Indonesia. The teeth date from the mid-Pleistocene period, from […]
Rheumatoid Arthritis and Gum Disease
Do you suffer from rheumatoid arthritis (RA)? New research shows that regular visits to the dentist may just be what the doctor ordered. In a recent study conducted at Case Western University in Cleveland, OH, 40 people with severe RA symptoms (i.e. fatigue, fever, weight loss, stiffness, and tender, swollen joints) were split into two groups. […]
Vitamin E Benefits
Are you getting enough Vitamin E in your diet? If not… you should. That’s because Vitamin E is considered to be an antioxidant which protects cells from free radical damage. In fact, this vitamin is so essential to the body… it is required for structural and functional maintenance of your muscles. Recently, it has been […]
Give Mom A Bright Smile!
A child’s smile can lift a mother’s spirits anytime. Since Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 12th… you can make your mom smile even brighter with the gift of teeth bleaching & whitening! Instead of giving her candy, which dentists never recommend, or flowers that don’t last… presenting mom with the gift of a bright, white […]
SHINE: An Art Exhibit To Benefit Children Worldwide
Dr. Mark Gross and Dr. Andrew Kaplan own and operate Dental Partners of 5th Avenue in NYC, and have been practicing dentistry together for over 30 years. This year, however, will be different. Over the next year, the dental experts will be transforming their practice to showcase some unique and outstanding artwork for a cause […]
Sleep Apnea and Pregnancy
Are you ready to plan a family? If you’ve already been diagnosed with sleep apnea… you’ll want to continue the treatment plan you’ve set up with your medical professional and let your OBGYN know about it. If you don’t suffer from sleep apnea… you should know that breathing during your sleep cycle may change while […]
Wedding Smiles
Preparing for your big day? Whether you’re the bride or groom… we understand your appearance on your wedding day is very important. For brides… booking the right hairstylist and makeup artist for the big day is key. Grooms… your job is a little easier. All you really have to worry about is your hair and […]
Scariest Movie Monster Teeth
Jaws, Alien, Predator… they’re the movies that have made us cringe in horror. They’ve also featured some scary sets of chompers. With that said… we’ve put together a list of the top five scariest movie monster teeth. Some of these are so horrifying… they’ll make you want to schedule that check-up appointment with your dentist […]
Big Sugary Drinks And Your Teeth
We all know that brushing, flossing, and regular visits to the dentist are very important in order to maintain good oral health. Unfortunately, many Americans are consuming large quantities of big sugary drinks, which can cause some serious dental problems. The proposed ban on the sale of big sugary drinks has become a hot button issue […]