Maletzky Dental

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11/26/2024

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12/28/2018

If you have a cold or the flu, don’t let your dental health slide. Get tips on taking care of your teeth when you are ill.

10/13/2017

I have been practicing Dentistry in the greater Danbury area for the last 38 years and have decided to retire and transfer my practice to Dr. Blake Winokur. I have great confidence that Dr. Winokur will give you the same quality of care that I have provided.

I would like to thank all of my patients for trusting me with their dental needs. It has been a pleasure serving you and your family and friends.

09/26/2016

Put off the dentist and your smile isn’t the only thing that can suffer: Poor oral hygiene could hurt your heart health, suggests a new study from Finland.

After examining the teeth and the arteries of more than 500 people, the researchers discovered that those need of a root canal were nearly 3 times more likely to have acute coronary syndrome—a clogging of the heart’s arteries that can cause a heart attack—than patients with healthy teeth.

09/22/2016

Skipping Regular Dental Visits May Affect Oral Health.
The Independent (UK) (9/20, Gander) states that people who skip regular dental visits “could suffer rapid deterioration of their oral health.” The article states that in addition to looking for tooth decay, “dentists also check for mouth cancer and other ailments, which could potentially save a person’s life.” A UK dentist provides a breakdown of how lack of dental care could affect a person’s oral health over time, mentioning it took him 18 months to reconstruct a patient’s teeth after years of dental neglect.
The ADA recommends people receive regular dental care at intervals their dentist determines.
MouthHealthy.org and the Oral Health Topics on ADA.org provide information on oral and oropharyngeal cancer for patients and for dental professionals.

The American Dental Association (ADA) is the nation's largest dental association and is the leading source of oral health related information for dentists and their patients.

09/20/2016

The American Dental Association encourages "Sealents" application.
The journal of the American Dental Association reported that "Sealents" are a valuable procedure that can protect children's teeth because they are an effective way of reducing cavities

07/07/2016

Learn how to prioritize kids’ oral hygiene this summer by engaging them in fun online games and mobile apps that reinforce good oral habits like from the American Dental Association.

Learn how to take care of your child's teeth! Get advice for parents, fun and educational dental health activities for children, videos and more.

06/27/2016

Workplace “Cake Culture” Contributing To Poor Oral Health, Obesity, UK Dentist Says.
BBC News (UK) (6/24, Gallagher) reported that Professor Nigel Hunt from the Faculty of Dental Surgery at the Royal College of Surgeons says the office “cake culture” is fueling dental and obesity problems. At the organization’s annual dinner for dentists, Prof. Hunt said, “For many people the workplace is now the primary site of their sugar intake and is contributing to the current obesity epidemic and poor oral health.”
The Daily Mail (6/24, Spencer) reported that Prof. Hunt is “particularly concerned that excessive consumption of sugary treats such as cakes, sweets and biscuits is contributing to tooth decay in adults,” encouraging employers to offer nuts, fruit, and cheese instead of sugary treats when celebrating special occasions or rewarding staff.
MouthHealthy.org provides additional information for patients on how food affects dental health.

MouthHealthy, part of the American Dental Association, is the patient's guide to dental health. Learn about dental health topics, preventive oral care, common dental symptoms such as toothaches and mouth sores, and search for a new dentist. Learn how to brush your teeth properly, floss for healthy g...