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Do You Have TMD Symptoms?
When the temporomandibular joints (TMJ) are fatigued or damaged, it can lead to temporomandibular joint dysfunction or disorder (TMD) symptoms. Marielaina Perrone DDS can treat your TMJ Disorder with therapies specific to the TMJ joint. She is well experienced and has extensive training to diagnose and treat TMD. With a complete and thorough dental examination,…
Read MoreSpeech Pathology Dentist
Speech Pathology Language and speech pathology is concerned with issues surrounding speech-language communication disorders. Child maturation includes many milestones, including taking their first step, eating solid foods, as well as speech. The maturation of speech is one of the most critical milestones in the maturation of any child. For most children, speech comes easy, but…
Read MoreWhat Causes Canker Sores?
Canker sores are very unpredictable and quite uncomfortable for many who suffer from them. Canker sores (apthous ulcers) are white sores, not blisters, that typically occur inside the cheeks, lips, and possibly on the gum tissues. Most canker sores range in size from smallish dots to large coin-sized ulcerations. They can be pretty painful, make speaking, eating, or…
Read MoreCan Severe Seasonal Allergies Affect Your Smile?
Are you affected by seasonal allergies? Did you know they can affect your overall oral health? Seasonal allergies are known for causing congestion and headaches, along with itchy, watery eyes. Seasonal allergies can also worsen sleep apnea symptoms. To alleviate the symptoms of seasonal allergies, you may choose medications designed explicitly for seasonal allergy congestion. Unfortunately,…
Read MoreWhat Is Crown Lengthening?
Often a smile that shows too much gum tissue makes teeth appear too small for your mouth. Most of us have substantial tooth structures. We do not see enough of it to have the full effect on the whole tooth. The exposure of enough tooth structure through bone tissue and gum tissue removal is called…
Read MoreWhat Is Gum Contouring?
Gum contouring (also called a gum lift) is a cosmetic dentistry procedure that can change the shape of the gum tissue surrounding your teeth. A cosmetic dentist can use gum contouring to remove excessive gingival tissue. This extra tissue will give you a “gummy” smile. Gum contouring and Gingival tissue grafting can also be used…
Read MoreTop Ways Porcelain Veneers Can Correct Your Smile
In the age of cellphone cameras, we always want to look our best for the pictures that make up our lives. As we get older or even when young, we notice our cosmetic imperfections, including our smiles. Marielaina Perrone DDS and her cosmetic team specialize in porcelain veneers to enhance and beautify your smile. Porcelain Veneers can close…
Read MoreGuide To Wisdom Teeth Removal
What To Expect Following Wisdom Teeth Removal Wisdom teeth (third molars) generally erupt into the mouth between the ages of 16 and 25. These molars come in just behind our 2nd molars. Most people develop four wisdom teeth. At the same time, others may develop less or even sometimes more than 4. Wisdom teeth typically become an issue because of…
Read MoreTop Ways Your Dentist Can Save Your Health
We have long known that our dental health and general health are intimately tied together. Every system in the body is interconnected, so why should your mouth be any different. It is, after all, the entry point to our digestive system. As a result of this interconnection, your oral health can positively or negatively affect…
Read MoreCan Holiday Snacking Be Dangerous?
As we are in the middle of the Holiday season there are lots of tempting treats to pick on and parties to tempt us. Most are okay in moderation but some are likely to create problems for your dental health. Issues that could be created include tooth decay and even fractured teeth. Below are a listing of some to…
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