by Dr. Phillip DeJesus | Jun 17, 2020 | Blog, General Dentistry
If you do not have it, you will be fine- in fact, most people won’t even notice. But if you do have it, everyone will notice. Halitosis, more commonly known as bad breath, can be the result of poor dental hygiene, lousy habits, and even a side effect of certain... 
by Dr. Phillip DeJesus | Jun 3, 2020 | Blog, General Dentistry
You want to keep your teeth shining bright, white, and clean. But that takes more than just an occasional brushing with toothpaste- it sometimes includes changing up (or improving) your brushing technique; ditching the daily coffee and soda habit; and obviously saying... 
by Dr. Phillip DeJesus | May 28, 2020 | Blog, Cosmetic Dentistry
Do-it-yourself (DIY) projects are all the rage nowadays. Some companies, like Opalescence, are doing a phenomenal job of creating easy-to-follow kits that deliver professional results at home. If you are looking to brighten up your smile, try the Opalescence Go™... 
by Dr. Phillip DeJesus | Apr 29, 2020 | Blog, Cosmetic Dentistry
Good hygiene practices are something you should strive to keep up, no matter what is happening in the world. But during challenging times, like the COVID-19 crisis, increased stress can make it easier to fall out of your daily hygiene habits. If you have found... 
by Dr. Phillip DeJesus | Feb 5, 2020 | Blog, Cosmetic Dentistry
Online videos that feature teenagers claiming to have repaired their crooked teeth with DIY braces are causing concern with family dentists. While YouTube and other video platforms can help you learn to do nearly anything with “how-to” videos, the idea of... 
by Dr. Phillip DeJesus | Oct 10, 2019 | Blog, Cosmetic Dentistry
When you need to straighten your teeth or properly align your jaw for a beautiful smile, you’re no longer stuck with a single option for orthodontic care. Metal braces became commonly used in the 1950s, but today’s orthodontic options consist of a number of choices....