Your Sunny Smile
Your beaming smile makes a sunny day even brighter—and that sunny day can return the favor! How does the sun affect your dental health? Let’s shine some light on the subject. You may have heard how important calcium is to your body. Over 99% of the calcium in our bodies is used to form teeth […]
How does whitening toothpaste work and how effective it is at whitening teeth?
Brushing your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste that has the American Dental Association seal of approval can help prevent tooth decay and relieve other conditions, such as bad breath, sensitive teeth, and gingivitis. Beyond these health effects, another motivation for frequently brushing your teeth with high-quality toothpaste is to keep your teeth white. […]
Ancient Grains for Modern Diets
One of the latest foods in dietary news is also one of the oldest—ancient grains. What makes these old-timers so appealing to modern tastes? Let’s run down the menu! Why Are Some Grains Called “Ancient”? Unlike grains such as modern wheat, which have been crossbred for hundreds of years to bring out certain qualities, ancient […]
The Dog Days of Summer
Here we are in the middle of the hottest time of the year. Yes, it’s the dog days of summer. But, wait—just what are “the dog days of summer,” anyway? The ancient Greeks and Romans coined this term for the longest, warmest days near the end of summer when Sirius, the Dog Star, shone in […]
Been a While? Come See Us!
Guilt is a powerful feeling. It can keep you from doing many things, including going to the dentist. The good news is that Robert Bagoff is a judgement-free zone, and coming back (even after an extended period of being MIA) can be easier than you think. Our goal is to make you as comfortable as […]
Floss? Sticks? Picks? Which Should You Choose?
You might have noticed that the dental aisle of your drugstore is larger than ever, with more options than ever for getting the spaces between your teeth their cleanest. Flosses made with different shapes, materials, and coatings. Wooden dental sticks. Flexible plastic picks. Tiny interproximal brushes. Water flossers. With all these choices, what’s a conscientious […]
Dental Emergencies while Traveling
You’ve planned your dream vacation. Your reservations are made. You’re packed and ready. You’ve even scheduled a dental checkup at our Livingston, New Jersey office to make sure you catch any potential problems, have finished any major work, and have an up-to-date chart. But things don’t always go according to even the best of plans. […]
Fun Facts for the Fourth
The Fourth of July is a great time to get together with friends and family members for BBQ, games, fireworks, and other celebrations in honor of our country’s independence. While your fellow revelers eat hot dogs and wave flags, you can impress them by sharing these fascinating facts and historical tidbits about some of our […]
Is your child a mouth breather?
Have you ever watched to see if your child is breathing through his or her mouth? Breathing through the mouth instead of the nose may lead to trouble for youngsters. Kids who typically breathe through their mouth—most often children who suffer from allergies—experience problems getting enough oxygen into their blood, a condition that affects their […]
Mall Whitening: Why You Shouldn’t
A shopping mall is a great place to get lots of errands done in one trip. Department stores, clothing boutiques, specialty shops? So many tempting options all in one place. But teeth whitening? Maybe not. Dental office whitening provides you with the whitest possible teeth in the safest possible manner. Your teeth will be checked […]
