Every year on the first Friday of October, the world celebrates World Smile Day. Harvey Ball, inventor of the iconic yellow smiley face, established World Smile Day in 1999. The event has been sponsored since 2001 by the foundation created after his death, the Harvey Ball World Smile Foundation. The foundation’s motto is “improving this […]
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The inescapable trend in dental news today is oral-systemic health. From bacteria that are always found on the scene of heart disease, to links between oral health and oral cancer, the verdict came in a long time ago: healthy bodies need healthy mouths. A recent article by the British Dental Health Foundation has supported this […]
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Although mouthwash has evolved into something of a catchall term, not every bottle of liquid in the oral health aisle is for killing germs in your mouth. Read on as Dr. Gilly Calcagno explains the different types of oral rinses. Mouthwash A basic mouthwash is an anti-bacterial liquid whose main ingredient is usually an oral […]
If you’re tired of hiding embarrassment about your bad breath with mints and chewing gum, adding a new appliance to your dental shelf might be the solution. Tongue scrapers have a long and ancient history of success, and there’s no reason you shouldn’t consider using one too. Dr. Calcagno, your Rochester dentist, is here to explain […]
You’ve heard that what goes on in your mouth can affect the rest of your body, but did you know that what’s going on in your body can affect your mouth, too? Your tongue hosts a rich supply of nerves and blood vessels, and can have up to 8,000 taste buds. So when your Rochester […]
Though humanity may only recently have realized fluoride’s potential in fighting harmful oral bacteria, these two forces have been at odds with one another for far longer. Researchers from Yale recently published a paper detailing the way in which bacteria have evolved to detect and defend against fluoride. […]
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A case of bad breath can ruin nearly any moment. Unpleasantness from your mouth is usually typical upon first waking up, but normally, it should not last past brushing your teeth in the morning. Unfortunately for many people, that is exactly the case. To help you combat the menace of halitosis (chronic bad breath), your […]
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At our dental office in Rochester, Dr. Calcagno understands that teenagers have significant pressure to exude a certain image. We also know that between friends, family, school, and sports, you do not have the energy to worry about embarrassing or cumbersome braces. That’s why or Rochester cosmetic dentist, Dr. Gilly Calcagno, offers Clear Aligner Systems […]
In a recent report released by the CDC, one in five Americans is suffering from undiagnosed cavities. When research continues to prove the oral-systemic connection, or that your oral health is essential to your overall health, numbers like this are troubling. Today, your Rochester dentist, Dr. Calcagno, will discuss how to properly prevent the development […]
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Maintaining a healthy mouth starts with practicing good oral hygiene. That means brushing twice a day, flossing at least once, and making regular visits to your Rochester dentist for dental cleanings every six months. But that’s not all you can do to make sure that your mouth stays happy and healthy. The food you eat […]
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