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The Origins of Valentine's Day
posted: Feb. 08, 2023.

When we think of Valentine’s Day, we think of cards, flowers, and chocolates. We think of girlfriends celebrating being single together and couples celebrating their relationship. We think of all Read more
February is Heart Month
posted: Feb. 01, 2023.

The American Academy of Periodontology stresses the importance of good oral health since gum disease may be linked to heart disease and stroke. Thus far, no cause-and-effect relationship has been Read more
Dreaming of a stunning smile without using braces?
posted: Jan. 25, 2023.

Most of us aren’t born with a red carpet smile. And if you’ve thought about straightening your teeth but are apprehensive about doing so with traditional orthodontic treatment, the doctor Read more
What are the benefits of Invisalign®?
posted: Jan. 18, 2023.

A popular option for straightening teeth at Silverman & Associates, Invisalign can be a great method for improving your smile, and can help patients with crowded teeth, crossbites, overbites, underbites, Read more
Caring for Your Smile While Wearing Invisalign®
posted: Jan. 11, 2023.

Getting your braces off is exciting. You’ve been working on your new smile for months or years, and it’s time for the trips to our Bayside, New York office to Read more
Going Green for the New Year
posted: Jan. 04, 2023.

Does your list of New Year’s resolutions for the coming months include reducing your ecological footprint? If so, let’s ring in the year with some basic—and some innovative—dental ideas to Read more
Things You Probably Didn’t Know About New Year's Eve
posted: Dec. 28, 2022.

It’s no secret that New Year’s Eve is one of the most widely celebrated holidays in the world. the doctor and our team love it too. It’s a fresh start, Read more
Invisalign® and Invisalign Teen®
posted: Dec. 21, 2022.

There are so many adults and teens in our Bayside, New York office who would love to have their teeth straightened but that are unwilling to go through the long Read more
Should Children Use Whitening Products?
posted: Dec. 14, 2022.

As adults, we often wish our teeth could be as white as they were when we were small children. Baby teeth have thinner and whiter enamel than adult teeth, and Read more
‘Tis the Season—for Healthy Dental Choices!
posted: Dec. 07, 2022.

It might be the most wonderful time of the year, but if you’re dashing through the snow to an emergency dental appointment, you’re not feeling very jolly. And post-holiday, no Read more
Oral-Systemic Health
posted: Nov. 30, 2022.

Oral-systemic health is the idea that oral health is a critical and interconnected component to a patient’s overall health and well-being. Studies show that people who have poor oral health Read more
Thanksgiving in North America
posted: Nov. 23, 2022.

Thanksgiving marks the start to the holidays; a season filled with feasting, indulging, and spending time with family and friends are always special. Thanksgiving is a holiday meant for giving Read more
What’s the advantage of Invisalign®?
posted: Nov. 16, 2022.

the doctor and our team know it is natural for you to feel some concern when you need to wear any type of dental device to correct a problem with Read more
Caring for Your Smile after Invisalign® Treatment
posted: Nov. 09, 2022.

You went through a lot of effort and work to achieve your perfect smile. You wore your Invisalign aligner trays, brushed and flossed diligently, and now your treatment is done! Read more
4 Simple Things You Can Do to Stop Bad Breath
posted: Jun. 27, 2022.

When they weren't building pyramids or wrapping mummies, the ancient Egyptians mixed herbs and spices with a little honey to make small lozenges. Their purpose: to fight halitosis, that Read more
An Eating Disorder May Show Itself in The Mouth
posted: Jun. 27, 2022.

Although dental care is our primary focus, we dentists are also on the lookout for other health problems that may manifest in the mouth. That's why we're sometimes the Read more