John R. Vitale, DMD
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John R. Vitale, DMD
An informative podcast that reviews techniques, technology, treatments and best practices for a healthy smile.
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Toothaches and Sensitive Teeth
You don't have to suffer with sensitive teeth or a toothache that won't go away. A dentist can identify what is causing your discomfort and recommend...
Does Your Diet Affect Your Oral Health?
Eating a healthy diet and avoiding candy and sugary drinks improves our oral health and our overall general health.
All About All-On-4® Dental Implants
All-On-4® Dental Implants are a permanent solution to replacing your missing teeth with only four implants. This is a fast, convenient option to resto...
All About Sealants
Dental sealants are an important tool dentists use to help prevent cavities and decay in the teeth in the back of your mouth.
The Importance of Flossing
Flossing your teeth keeps food from building up between your teeth and keeps your gum healthy. Whether you use a Waterpik or traditional dental floss,...
Dental Implants
Dentists can restore a great smile by replacing missing teeth with dental implants that are custom fit and designed to last a lifetime.
New Developments in Cosmetic Dentistry
Some of the newest developments in cosmetic dentistry involve successfully combining existing tools and techniques to produce a better, faster result.
Oral Health During Pregnancy
Pregnant women are at a higher risk for developing gum disease and should visit their dentist for regular cleanings to get checked and to maintain goo...
Digital X-Rays
Digital x-ray technology benefits both the dentist and the patient. Dentists can use the digital x-ray software to enhance images to all them to diagn...
Periodontal Disease
Periodontal disease is an infection of the gum tissue and bone with symptoms such as teeth movement and bleeding gums. Early detection is important an...
Causes of Bad Breath
Bad breath is caused by a variety of factors including dry mouth, infection, allergies to medication and periodontal disease. If you brush and floss r...
Teeth Whitening
Having a bright, white smile is possible! You can visit your dentist for a professional teeth whitening treatment or purchase an over-the-counter teet...
The Best Habits for Good Oral Health
Maintaining proper oral health by brushing, flossing and visiting the dentist regularly is important to prevent tooth decay and gum disease. Eating a...
Wisdom Teeth
Not everyone needs to get their wisdom teeth removed but if they are causing crowding of the other teeth, swelling and inflammation they should be ext...
All About Fluoride
Fluoride is a mineral found naturally in water and soil that helps to build the enamel on teeth which protects them from decay. Children should be exp...
Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea is a disruption in your breathing cycle while you are sleeping and could be fatal. A dentist can help by providing an oral appliance to we...
Root Canals
Root canals are sometimes necessary but today they can be done quickly and with very little discomfort due to modern technology and advances in the de...
Diet and Oral Health
Your diet directly affects your oral health. Eating foods rich in calcium, iron and B vitamins will help your teeth stay strong and your keep your gum...
Maintain a Healthy Smile for Life
Taking care of your teeth now can ensure that you have a health smile for life. Visiting the dentist on a regular basis to get your teeth and gums exa...
Tooth Trauma
There are many forms of tooth trauma including knocked-out teeth, chipped teeth and teeth that have been pushed up into the gums. Learn what to do in...
Will My Child Need Braces?
A dentist can help determine if a child will need orthodontic treatment and when their mouth is ready the dentist will refer the family to an orthodon...
Xerostomia (Dry Mouth)
Xerostomia is a condition also known as Dry Mouth and is usually caused by taking medication or smoking tobacco. There are treatments available in the...
Aging and Dental Health
As people age, they face new health and lifestyle challenges that may seem to take priority over their dental health. It is critical for senior citize...
Oral Systemic Health: Links to Serious Medical Conditions
There are links between oral health and serious medical conditions such as heart disease, diabetes and pregnancy. Learn how these are related and what...
Botox Treatments
Botox treatments are a safe and effective way to remove wrinkles on ones face with quick results and little to no recovery time.
Mouthguards
Mouthguards are worn by athletes to protect their teeth but are also worn by others to protect their teeth from nighttime grinding, or to protect tiss...
Sensitive Teeth
Having sensitive teeth can be very uncomfortable and include feelings of pain in your teeth when you eat something hot or cold. Gum recession and enam...
Overcoming Dental Anxiety
Dental anxiety affects many people of all ages but there are some successful strategies that both the patient and the dentist can practice to overcome...
Preventing Gum Disease
While some people are more at risk for developing gum disease than others, there are ways to help prevent it such as brushing, flossing, visiting the...
Screening for Oral Cancer
Screenings for oral cancer should take place at every regular dental visit and include visual checks of the inside of the mouth, the tongue and the li...
Choosing the Right Toothbrush
There are many different types of toothbrushes to pick from but an electric toothbrush offers benefits and conveniences you won't get in a manual toot...
Wisdom Teeth - Do They Need to Come Out?
Wisdom teeth don't always need to be extracted however if they are impacted, come in crooked or cause other teeth to shift due to over-crowding, they...
How Dental Insurance Works
Dental Insurance can be acquired under a group plan offered by employers or can be purchased directly for an individual plan. Understanding the option...
Dental Black Triangles
A dental black triangle is the term used to describe the space at the base of the tooth between the gum and the tooth. Dentists can fill these spaces...
Dermal Fillers
Juvederm is a dermal filler and Botox is a neurotoxin and both are used to effectively reduce or eliminate facial wrinkles and lines.
Cosmetic Dentistry Updates
There are many ways dental care can help you achieve your best smile. Dentists can change the color, shape and size of teeth with such methods as dent...
Pain Free Dentist Visits
Establishing trust between the patient and the dentist is the key to a successful dental visit. Anesthetics are available to avoid feeling pain and an...
Grinding and Gum Recession
Teeth grinding is a leading cause of gum recession because it causes damage to soft tissue and leads to loose teeth with areas where bacteria can form...
Removable Dentures & Partials vs Implant Dentures & Partials
The decision to replace missing teeth with removable or implant dentures or partials is based on a variety of factors including the condition of the g...
Dental Care During Pregnancy
To prevent disease and infection, women should not skip their dental cleaning or oral exam while pregnant. Cavities or other emergency dental work sho...