At Calcagno Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, we know that the care of your child is of utmost importance to you. At this time of year, with school just around the corner, you have a lot on your mind. With everything on your plate, we urge you to remember the importance of scheduling your children’s back-to-school […]
Rochester Dentist Discusses Teething
Teething is often as stressful for parents as it is for a baby. The symptoms your baby experiences during the process, however, are natural and not harmful to his or her health. At Calcagno Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, we hope to be a resource for you when it comes to your child’s dental care. Here […]
The Effects of Smoking on Your Oral Health
There are many reasons smoking is bad for your health. While smoking leaves you vulnerable to cancer and cardiovascular disease, among other conditions, it also affects your oral health. Smoking can actually lead to a number of oral diseases. In fact, a recent study links smoking with an increase in the harmful bacteria that lead […]
Your Kids’ New Favorite Drink
If your child begs for Monsters, Starbucks, Coca-Cola, or Kool-Aid, you need to know a super-secret parenting trick, sure to make you and your kids smile. First of all, the facts. Sugar-packed drinks aren’t healthy Artificial sweeteners are a bit scary, as well Acids in carbonated beverages can eat away battery corrosion, and they also […]
Rochester Dentist Offers Relief for Sensitive Teeth
That sharp sting that shoots from your teeth when you bite into an ice cream sandwich is commonly called tooth sensitivity. If you’ve experienced this sensation, you know that when it occurs, you’ll do anything to make it stop. The pain can range from nagging to extreme. How Teeth Feel Human teeth have three basic […]
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Rochester MN Implant Dentist Explains the Importance of Tooth Replacement
Losing a tooth can be embarrassing and frustrating, but not replacing that tooth could lead to the loss of more teeth. Replacing Lost Teeth Saves More Teeth Studies show, within four years of losing a tooth (that is not replaced), people tend to lose additional teeth. Why? Our mouths are designed with 32 adult teeth, […]
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Play It Safe with Summer Libations – And Keep On Smiling!
With summer heat comes an adult thirst for refreshing libations, whether beer with barbecue, a glass of wine while dining outdoors, or an umbrella drink poolside. We all know that too much alcohol can impair our ability to function, and a few drinks a day can expand our waistline. Did you know, however, that alcohol […]
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Are Super Powered Fillings in Our Future?
Dr. Calcagno and our team are passionate about dentistry, so we’re especially excited to share some new research with you. Scientists at University of Maryland, School of Dentistry, have used nanotechnology to develop a dental filling material that can destroy bacteria and strengthen teeth with essential minerals. This is great news, and we sincerely hope […]
Rochester Family Dentist Discusses the Importance of Oral Hygiene and Dental Care
The American Dental Association (ADA) recently published a report on the state the country’s oral health. Despite widespread access to preventive dentistry, Americans’ oral health is not up to par with other developed nations that have similar standards. After conducting a survey on oral health knowledge and oral hygiene habits, the ADA concluded that a […]
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Rochester Cosmetic Dentist Uses Advanced Technology to Diagnose Oral Health Conditions
At Calcagno Cosmetic & Family Dentistry, Dr. Gilly Calcagno utilizes the latest dental technology to reveal and diagnose oral health conditions such as tooth decay, oral cancer, bone loss, and gum disease. At our Rochester dentist office we use digital X-rays, an intra-oral camera, and DIAGNOdent to detect potential oral health problems and design a […]
