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 […]
The Ancient Battle Between Fluoride and Oral Bacteria
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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Bad Breath Got You Down? Rochester Dentist Explains Why
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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Cosmetic Orthodontics with Teens in Mind
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 […]
Your Rochester Dentist Discusses How to Improve Your Oral Health Through Prevention
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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What Healthy Teeth Have for Lunch
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 […]
Rochester Dentist Explains the History of Fluoride Use
You’ve heard that fluoride is good for you and your teeth, but how were the benefits of fluoride actually discovered and how has that discovery changed the way we live? The Discovery of Fluoride In 1909, Dr. Frederick McKay, a dentist working in the Colorado area, discovered that while most of his child patients had […]
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A Healthy Mouth Equals Healthy Grades?
A new school year is underway and schedules are getting busier, but if your child hasn’t seen the dentist in a while, his GPA may be on the line. A recent study from the USC Ostrow School of Dentistry shows there is a strong connection between healthy teeth and academic success. Published in the American […]
Strange, But True, Tooth Tales
Babies Born with Teeth Most people don’t know one in 2-3,000 babies can be born with a tooth or two! These teeth are known as natal teeth. Though rare, in some cases, babies are born with a front tooth dangling from a piece of soft tissue. To reduce the risk of choking, the tissue is […]
Rochester Dentist Explains Single-Day Crowns
Sometimes a dental filling simply is not enough to restore a tooth. In some cases, your Rochester dentist may have to place a dental crown. Many dentists require two visits to place a crown. Dr. Calcagno is one of the few dentists in Rochester who can place dental crowns in just one visit. Purpose of […]
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