Magid Dental Care Blog

Invisalign aligners are some of the most aesthetic ways to straighten your smile. They’re also removable, which makes both cleaning and eating incredibly convenient.

That said, there are a few tricks to making sure that your aligners stay as clean as possible. For example, your dentist probably gave you some Invisalign cleaning crystals when you first got your trays—here’s how best to use them.

The battle against tooth decay is a lifelong endeavor; between brushing and flossing, keeping up with dental visits, and leading a healthy lifestyle, there’s a lot to keep track of when it comes to protecting your pearly whites. But did you know that certain prescription medications can actually pose a threat to your teeth? This doesn’t mean you should stop taking them altogether, though—rather, it’s worthwhile to be mindful of some of these interactions so you can take the appropriate countermeasures to ensure optimal oral health. Here’s what your dentist wants you to know.

During the second week of April, we take a moment to acknowledge and express gratitude for the essential role that dental hygienists play through National Dental Hygienist Week. These highly skilled professionals work tirelessly to ensure that their patients’ smiles are healthy, clean, and radiant. Continue reading to learn about five major reasons why you should be thankful for your dental hygienist.

Even though life can be nonstop, it’s essential to tend to your health before anything becomes a major issue. By attending your dental checkups and cleanings every six months, you are not only keeping your smile in top condition but preventing any oral health issues from developing into something more serious. While your dentist is checking for early signs of tooth decay and gum disease, they are also looking for symptoms of oral cancer. By detecting this disease in its early stages, you can receive the necessary treatment to keep it from spreading. Read on to learn about the risk factors and symptoms of oral cancer.

Fun fact: in 2003, the toothbrush beat out both cars and cellphones for the #1 invention people can’t live without. Since this oral hygiene product plays an essential role in removing food particles, preventing cavities, and freshening breath, it’s fitting! With that said, they aren’t designed with longevity in mind. In fact, the American Dental Association recommends replacing it before the bristles become frayed, old, and home to numerous bacteria. So, keep reading to learn when you should change your toothbrush.

Don’t floss? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shared that roughly 33% of Americans never do. Unfortunately, skipping this oral hygiene step can quickly wreak havoc on your gums, negatively impacting your oral and overall health in the process. In fact, recent studies have gone as far as reporting that flossing every day can save your life! To learn how, keep reading.

We at Magid Dental Care have always taken infection control very seriously.  We have always exceeded the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines.  Even more so, now, we have taken the months we were closed to propel our safety protocols beyond the current guidelines set forth by the American Dental Association, Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Occupational Safety and OSHA.  Our goal is to provide you with the absolute safest dental experience possible.

We want to assure our patients and friends that we are closely monitoring the recommendations and guidelines set forth by the ADA, CDC, and the New Jersey Dental Association.  We are committed to the safety of our team and our patients.  For this reason, we are currently open for Emergency Dental visits only.  If you have a true Dental Emergency, please don’t hesitate to call our office at 973-227-9211 to reach Dr. Magid directly. 

• Eat lots of sugary, sticky, and processed foods.  Especially dried fruit like raisins.  Yup, you heard me right.  Sticky raisins stay in the crevices of your teeth like a sticky fruit rollup would and can cause decay.