Celebrating National Dental Hygiene Month in October

by Dr. Jude Fabiano | Oct 16, 2019 | Dentist, Dentistry, Dr. Jude Fabiano, Jude Fabiano

October is National Dental Hygiene Month! It’s probably more exciting for those in the dental industry than it is for the general public, but this month serves as a great opportunity for us all to focus on maintaining our dental hygiene. Here are a few steps you can...

How to Protect Kids’ Teeth from Halloween Candy

by Dr. Jude Fabiano | Oct 12, 2019 | Dentist, Dentistry, Dr. Jude Fabiano, Jude Fabiano

Once again, it’s the time of year when Halloween candy is a staple in kids’ diets. Dressing up and collecting candy from all the neighborhood’s houses is fun, but it can also be bad for kids’ oral health.  The bacteria in a child’s mouth thrives on the excess sugar....

Teeth Whitening: Pros and Cons

by Dr. Jude Fabiano | Oct 7, 2019 | Dentist, Dentistry, Dr. Jude Fabiano, Jude Fabiano

Anyone who regularly consumes coffee, tea or red wine knows that what we ingest can affect the whiteness of our smile. For people who want a white smile but don’t want to change their diet, there are professional and over-the-counter options for teeth whitening.  Both...

The Importance of Emotional Intelligence for Dental Professionals

by Dr. Jude Fabiano | Oct 2, 2019 | Dentist, Dentistry, Dr. Jude Fabiano

Emotional intelligence is a way to measure a person’s ability to connect with others. When a person can recognize emotions in others and react appropriately, it can lead to a better experience in both professional and personal relationships.  There are many ways to...

The Dangers of Gum Disease to the Rest of the Body

by Dr. Jude Fabiano | Sep 13, 2019 | Dentist, Dr. Jude Fabiano

When most people think about gum disease, their main fear is getting a disease that will make them lose their teeth. It is true that gum disease is one of the leading causes of tooth loss, but that is not the only issue associated with gum disease. Gum disease can...

What Nitrous Oxide is Used For

by Dr. Jude Fabiano | Sep 12, 2019 | Dentist, Dr. Jude Fabiano

What Is Nitrous Oxide?   A substance known as nitrous oxide can prove beneficial to the human body. Also commonly referred to as laughing gas, nitrous oxide is an odorless gas that is used for a variety of purposes.   Common Usages   Arguably, nitrous...