The Ridge Dental Group PA

09/30/2022

Oral health plays an essential role in overall health. Taking care of it earlier will make it easier to stay healthy for a long time.

To schedule a dental appointment, contact us at (201) 391-1444.

09/29/2022

Here are a few habits you should avoid if you want your teeth to be protected against decay and discoloration:

Is chewing ice bad for your teeth? How do you avoid rotten teeth? Learn how chewing ice, eating snacks, teeth grinding and other habits can prevent you from attaining perfect teeth.

09/28/2022

The foods we eat regularly influence the makeup of our mouth's bacteria. Moreover, researchers are now discovering that oral microbiome likely plays a large role in our overall health in addition to its previously known associations with tooth decay and periodontal disease.

New research on postmenopausal women identifies associations between commonly eaten foods and the diversity and composition of oral bacteria.

09/27/2022

What is the proper way to brush your teeth? Check out this guide!

09/26/2022

There are special toothbrushes designed for those with dental implants that make brushing easier and reach areas that regular toothbrushes cannot. Brush your teeth for 2 to 3 minutes to remove any plaque trying to form on the teeth.

09/23/2022

A dental treatment plan cannot be complete without X-rays. They serve as diagnostic tools, but can also be preventative by helping to detect potential oral health issues before they become serious.

X-rays, also known as radiographs, are an essential part of any dental care treatment plan. Learn more about the benefits of X-rays at Colgate® Oral Care.

09/22/2022

The general recommendation is to brush your teeth twice daily. Many of us continue to neglect to brush our teeth at night, which is vital for getting rid of the germs and plaque that accumulated throughout the day.

09/21/2022

Crooked or misaligned teeth can affect your self-esteem and make everyday tasks difficult. Fortunately, modern dentistry provides several teeth straightening options without ever requiring you to wear braces. The best strategy for you depends on several factors, including your oral health history and the severity of your dental misalignment.

Having misaligned teeth can take a toll on your confidence, but modern dentistry makes it possible to overcome this challenge. There are several teeth straightening options that your dentist may recommend to either straighten your smile or reduce the appearance of misaligned teeth. Braces can straig...

09/20/2022

Did you know that the saliva in your mouth has multiple purposes? One of them is helping you to be able to taste! If you didn’t have saliva in your mouth, you wouldn’t be able to taste anything.

09/19/2022

Some foods should be avoided in the long term because they can cause problems for your abutment teeth or dental bridge. Sugary foods and sticky candies can pull crowns off from abutment teeth and cause tooth decay under crowns.

09/16/2022

Ready-to-eat foods are convenient, but they can be a poor option for your oral health. Consuming fresh, crunchy produce not only contains more healthy fiber, but it's also the best choice for your teeth. Chewing fresh produce instead of consuming rather "mushy" or finely sliced processed foods gets your jaw working and keeps your oral health in check!

For more information, call us today at (201) 391-1444.

09/15/2022

You can show your children the importance of taking care of their own smiles by being a role model who takes good oral hygiene seriously.