Mark D. Berman DDS & Associates P.C.

10/15/2026

Many people find water flossers useful if they have braces or bridges. They can spray away bits of food between teeth and remove plaque — which can cause tooth decay.

10/13/2026

Sleep apnea is a serious, potentially life-threatening disorder that causes a person to stop breathing often multiple times, while they sleep.
It’s often at the dental office where the signs of sleep apnea are first noticed. So don’t be alarmed if we start asking you about your snoring habits, sleep schedule, headaches or dry mouth. If we see signs of an issue, we will let you know the next steps to take to get an official diagnosis.
Depending on your situation, your treatment plan might include returning to us for an oral appliance!

10/08/2026

Dental sealants protect children’s baby and adult molars from decay. Sealants are made from a plastic composite material that fills in the grooves on the surface of each molar and keeps food and decay bacteria out. We apply the sealant to the molar and then use a special light to harden it. Once it has hardened, the sealant forms a protective barrier that keeps decay-causing bacteria away.

Call us today to learn more about sealants or to make an appointment! (586) 263-0770

10/06/2026

It’s tricky to reach your back teeth when brushing. Even though it’s a bit more effort, it’s so important to brush your back teeth properly.

Make sure that you are using the correct size brush for your mouth. Try closing your mouth, and shifting your jaw to the side, to reach the cheek side of those back molars. That will give you a bit more room. You can also tilt the brush at a 45-degree angle to reach the very back surface of your last tooth.

You may find that an electric toothbrush helps you reach those difficult areas more easily.

It takes a bit of trial and error to find a method that works best for you.

10/01/2026

We get a lot of questions about pacifier use and if it’s going to negatively affect a toddler’s teeth. Watch this video to learn about when it's time to limit pacifier use.

If your child is still using a pacifier, watch this video to learn about when to stop and to limit pacifier use.

09/29/2026

For big kids, teens, and adults, avoid using as much toothpaste as you see in an ad! Too much foam can trigger you to stop brushing before the two minutes are up since you’ll need to spit sooner. Toothpaste the size of a pea should be sufficient to get enough foam to thoroughly clean your mouth.

09/24/2026

There are three basic types of dental implants. Single tooth implants are topped with a crown to complete the restoration. Fixed implant bridges replace two or more missing teeth. Implant-supported dentures hold dentures securely in place. If you have questions about dental implant options, please call us at (586) 263-0770.

09/22/2026

Do you know what to do if you accidentally lose a tooth? It's important to act quickly. Pick it up carefully and hold it by the top of the tooth — not the root — and store it in a container of milk, and if you don’t have milk, use saliva or water. Don’t rinse the tooth or let it dry out. Call us right away for further instructions. (586) 263-0770

09/10/2026

Hey, early birds! We offer early morning appointments just for you, so you can get your dental work done and get on with your day. Call us today to schedule your appointment.