We hear you--getting your child to brush her teeth for two minutes, twice a day can be a challenge. Simply setting a timer and supervising can be tedious and ineffective. At Shelly Ereth Barone, we know that toothbrushing can be fun! Here are 5 tips to help move things along....
Read more » Are you nervous about a possible upcoming root canal? You’re not the only one to feel this way. But did you know that your fears might actually be based on misinformation? Here are a few common root canal myths: Myth: Root canals are painful. Busted: The symptoms of a tooth...
Read more » Is there a damaged tooth in your smile that prevents you from smiling because you are self-conscious? If this is the case, don’t worry. With the help of a dental crown restoration, we can bring back your confident smile! Dental crowns, or artificial “caps”, are commonly used to restore a...
Read more » Even though it may be hard to believe, the cold and flu illnesses can affect your smile in numerous ways. In fact, they can cause toothaches, enamel erosion, and other inconvenient and troublesome dental issues. Because of this, it’s important to take good care of your smile while you are...
Read more » Typically, when you visit our dentist for teeth cleaning, your teeth and gumline will be cleaned to ward off gum disease. Gum disease is an inflammation of the gum tissue surrounding your teeth, and it can develop when bacterial plaque and tartar builds up. Scaling essentially removes this plaque and tartar. But...
Read more » The level of force needed to knock one your tooth out of its socket is often so severe that it causes significant oral trauma. When this happens, immediate first aid and timely treatment are critical for managing the pain and improving your restoration options. If you have blood or debris...
Read more » If you ever wanted to wake up with a smile to be proud of, you can. The highly revered dentists and staff at Shelly Ereth Barone are here to help you. Come in today to learn about our wonderful lists of services we can provide to improve your smile. If...
Read more » Toothache pain is often more than just an inconvenience; it is almost always a symptom of a more serious problem. As such, you should not delay in seeking treatment at Shelly Ereth Barone to prevent a more serious problem from developing. In many instances, a toothache can be linked to...
Read more » Your tooth enamel gets its hardness from microscopic mineral crystals. Unfortunately, the natural processes of the bacteria in your mouth and the acidic foods and beverages you enjoy can erode these crystals each day. In time this will make your teeth more likely to develop tooth decay and sensitivity issues....
Read more » Even though the enamel layer on year of your teeth is very hard, there are still times when something like an accidental fall or a blow to the face can actually crack one of your teeth. If the crack is shallow and limited to just the tooth enamel, Shelly Ereth...
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