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…
Got a Cold Sore? Here’s How to Treat It Quickly Ugh. A cold sore appears a couple days before a party where you’ll be photographed as much as the Royal Couple. That smile that we’ve been working on together just went from hero to zero, right? Not necessarily. Finding which cold sore treatment works best…
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…
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…
Name: Anna R Occupation: Front Desk ReceptionFrom: Geneva, NYFirst Job: Waitress at a WineryFavorite Color: YellowFavorite Food: PastaHobbies: Traveling, reading, hikingHave Any Pets: A rescue dog named HeelaThree Fun Facts: She fosters dogs for a local rescue, graduated with a bachelors in Biology, and has almost perfected (very subjective fact) the art of making homemade…
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,…
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….
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…
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?…
Most people have heard of the word “plaque,” and know it’s not something you want on yourteeth. Yet, they don’t know what exactly plaque is or how it contributes to dental decay. Plaque is a sticky, colorless film of bacteria that lives on the surface of your teeth and along thegumline. It accumulates from normal…