Posts by Vincent DiLorenzo
Options for Replacing a Missing Tooth!
In this blog, I am going to discuss options for replacing a missing tooth. Modern dentistry has come a long way in providing patients with more and more dental choices for replacing a missing tooth. Unfortunately, many people are still confused as to what they should do. In this blog, I will try to lessen…
Read MoreHow to Prevent a Dry Socket!
In your life, there may come a time when you need to get a tooth extracted. It’s important that you do so for your oral health. One of the more unfortunate complications that could arise within a few days of doing so though is called a “Dry Socket,” which results in fever, swelling, and severe…
Read MoreGum Disease Can Impact Your Overall Health and Wellness!
So, what is the big deal about gum disease? Do you know that over 90% of people have some sort of gum disease – from simple gingivitis to advanced periodontitis? You probably floss, you brush, and you think all is well. But are you quite sure you are not in that 90% group? How do…
Read More3 Reasons Why You Should Replace That Missing Tooth!
Over the years, the biggest question I got from my patients is “Why do I need to replace that missing tooth?” They say, “It’s too expensive”, or “no one will see it” and mostly “I can eat OK without it”. For me, as a dentist, getting that tooth replaced is pretty obvious, but for most,…
Read MoreImprove Your Self-Discipline – 4 Ways
In this blog, I will be discussing 4 ways you can improve your self-discipline when completing any project to make sure you get your desired outcome. Sounds good? Well, here goes: What is self-discipline? Self-discipline is the ability to do what you should be doing. Self-discipline often involves controlling your impulses and overcoming your emotional…
Read MoreDental Links to Health
There are many dental links to health. Your mouth is the gateway to your body. Good oral health is not really an option, but rather an important, integral aspect of overall health. The purpose of this blog is to provide you with 5 conditions and risk factors that you must consider when evaluating your own…
Read MoreVOCs in Paint and Protecting Your Health
In this blog, I will be talking about something very common in your home: paint, and specifically how Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) in it may be making you sick. More importantly, we’ll talk about what you can do to protect yourself when taking on any “do it yourself painting projects”. Let’s get started… What are…
Read MoreReduce Stress by Playing Games and Improve Your Mental Health!
Game nights, in my family, have been around for as long as I can remember, and I will never forget all the great times we had and continue to have. The laughter, the conversation, the time away from the TV – it was a nice change of pace. In this blog, I will discuss why…
Read MoreWhy Does My Jaw Click and What to Do About It?
Many patients have asked “Why does my jaw click when I open wide?” Let’s start with the temporomandibular joint. The temporomandibular joint, or TMJ (for short), is that joint in front of your ears that you can feel with your fingers when you open wide. Sometimes this particular joint may “click” or cause discomfort, and…
Read MoreDental Implants- 5 Things You Need to Know
Dental implants are a great way to replace missing teeth. But many people really do not know much about this widely used dental procedure. In this blog, we’ll discuss, in simple terms, 5 Things You Need to Know About Dental Implants before you sign up for one. 1. What is a Dental Implant? The…
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