by Dr. Phillip DeJesus | Sep 26, 2016 | Restorative Dentistry
When you are missing a tooth, you have more than one problem. Yes, your smile has this unsightly gap in it. However, you could also have trouble eating normally since you don’t have all of your teeth. Without the tooth in your smile, your other teeth can also slide...
by Dr. Phillip DeJesus | Sep 23, 2016 | General Dentistry
When it comes to your dental health, you know some things already. Sugar is a problem. You need to brush and floss regularly. You should visit our dentists in Bridgeport or Shelton every six months for dental cleanings and dental exams. However, it’s hard to know...
by Dr. Phillip DeJesus | Sep 21, 2016 | General Dentistry
No one likes snoring, not even the person doing the snoring. But what are you going to do? Everyone makes noise when they sleep, right? Isn’t snoring just something that some people do? Yes and no. You’re right that some noise at night is normal, and even the quietest...
by Dr. Phillip DeJesus | Sep 19, 2016 | General Dentistry
Sleep is one of those things we simply cannot do without. You can put it off for a while, but sooner or later, you’ll need to sleep extra to make up for what you lost. Sleep deprivation is so bad, it can be considered a form of torture. If you suffer from sleep apnea,...
by Dr. Phillip DeJesus | Sep 16, 2016 | General Dentistry
Everyone bleeds a little bit when they brush, right? And flossing just makes it worse? Actually, no. As long as you’re not stabbing at your gums when you brush, there shouldn’t be any bleeding. If you see blood when you spit out your toothpaste, you are probably...
by Dr. Phillip DeJesus | Sep 13, 2016 | Cosmetic Dentistry
Updated: 7/8/2022 The enamel covering your teeth is very strong, but it can get damaged. If hit hard enough, a piece of your tooth can break off, leaving a jagged edge. A chipped tooth might not cause you much pain, but it is certainly unsightly. Here are some...
