Seeing some red in the sink after brushing or flossing may raise an eyebrow or two. It may seem like your gums are bleeding for no reason. But before you venture down the rabbit hole of what-ifs, consider these common causes of gum bleeding. Common Causes of Bleeding Gums:• Vigorous ToothbrushingThe extra oomph you’ve put…
Bad Dental Habits To Break
Nobody’s perfect. We all pick up bad habits along the way. Even our oral health isn’t immune. Try as you may, odds are you’ve picked up a habit or two in the name of convenience. That’s totally okay! We get it. And that’s why we’re here: to ensure your oral health is in fantastic shape….
Meet the Team – Karah W
Getting to Know…Name: Karah W Occupation: Treatment Plan CoordinatorFrom: Hamburg, NYFirst Job: Coat Check Attendant at McKinley Park InnFavorite Color: PinkFavorite Food: Mom’s homemade pizza & lasagnaHobbies: Golf, spinning and walkingHave Any Pets: No, but has the best baby boy, Jack!Three Fun Facts: She has worked at Goldstein Dental since graduating her senior year of…
Get To Know Our Team – Asha G
Getting to Know…Name: Asha G Occupation: Front Desk Reception/Dental Assistant/Marketing CommunicationsFrom: Buffalo, NYFirst Job: Cashier at Bill Gray’sFavorite Color: PurpleFavorite Food: TacosHobbies: Rugby, Dog Training, Snowboarding, HikingHave Any Pets: 2 rescue dogs, Sophie & Bree, and a hedgehog named Big Booty RudyThree Fun Facts: Half of her family lives in Argentina, she used to work…
Get to Know Our Team – Michele B
Getting to Know… Name: Michele B Occupation: Hygienist From: Glenwood, NY First Job: Lift Attendant on the bunny hill at Kissing Bridge Favorite Color: Purple Favorite Food: Steak and scallops Hobbies: Crafts, painting and gardening Have Any Pets: 2 cats, a pug and a shih tzu Three Fun Facts: 1st career was occupational therapy assistant,…
The Why, When, How and Where of Tongue Scraping
Imagine it’s still winter … you’re standing at the door, ready to brave the cold. You’re layered-up with three shirts and a sweatshirt, your heavy winter coat, and two layers of socks underneath your waterproof winter boots. Then you’ve got those awesome jeans with the flannel on the inside, your comfy hat, scarf, and gloves….
Get to Know Our Team – Cindy R
Getting to Know…Name: Cindy R Occupation: Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) From: Cheektowaga, NYFirst Job: Camp counselor at a day camp for special needs adult & childrenFavorite Color: RedFavorite Food: Stuffed Banana PeppersHobbies: Spending time with family & friends, shopping and working outHave Any Pets: No, but an 8 year old sonThree Fun Facts: Ran her…
How to Handle Common Dental Emergencies
Let’s say you sprained an ankle. What are your first steps? Most of us probably would say something along the lines of plop down on the nearest couch, ice the ankle, elevate it, add some compression, and see a doctor if it’s a bad sprain. But what about a dental emergency, like a broken tooth?…
Are Dental X-Rays Safe?
“Are Dental X-Rays Safe?” and Other Questions about Dental X-Rays Some of the most common questions we get at Goldstein Dental have to do with dental x-rays: Are they safe? Why do I or my kids need them? And how often should I get them? These are great questions (and we love how much you…
Dental Work: What do I need and why?
When it comes to the dental world, terminology and reasoning for dental work is new to patients. What’s the difference between a filling, onlay and a crown? Why do I need any of those? What causes a root canal and why do I need one? With some visual representation and x-rays we can breakdown the…