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Rochester Dentist Explains Connection Between Breast Cancer and Gum Disease

Did you know that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month? You may have been noticing pink ribbons and other merchandise designed to provide solidarity with people fighting breast cancer, but you probably haven’t made a connection between breast cancer and oral health. Dr. Gilly Calcagno, your Rochester dentist, is here to educate you on important […]

Are Bonded Fillings Right for You?

At Calcagno Family and Cosmetic Dentistry, we believe that whether your dental procedure is restorative, preventive, cosmetic, or any combination of the three, it should look good. This is why when you require a filling, Dr. Calcagno uses bonded fillings that match the shape and color of your natural teeth, rather than the dark metal […]

New High-Fluoride Toothpaste Great for Cavity Prevention

You’re brushing and flossing two or three times a day to maintain your beautiful smile. But a new high-fluoride toothpaste, combined with a dental massage technique, could give you better protection against cavities than ever before – up to four times as much protection as you have now…once the toothpaste is on the market in […]

Study Shows Patients Trust Dentists Over Doctors

A recent study conducted in Great Britain by the agency Bray Leino found that when it comes to patient trust, dentists are winning the game. In dentistry, the relationship between dentist and patient is one that must be carefully maintained in order to achieve optimal results. At Calcagno Family and Cosmetic Dentistry, we respect the […]

Celebrate World Smile Day with Your Calcagno Dentist

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 […]

New Links Established Between Oral Bacteria and Pancreatic Cancer

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 […]

Dr. Calcagno Explains Oral Rinses

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 […]

Fresh Breath Starts on the Tongue

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 […]

Tongue Color and Your Health

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. […]