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Nitrous Oxide

September 12th, 2018

Nitrous oxide is a gaseous sedative that’s inhaled through a small mask placed over the nose. Often referred to as laughing gas — because of the euphoric effects it produces — nitrous is used in our New York, NY office for its anesthetic/analgesic properties. It will make it so you don’t feel the pain of…
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What is a root canal?

September 5th, 2018

A root canal entails the removal of the nerve supply from a tooth. If you know the purpose of a root canal, the process may seem a little less intimidating. Dr. David Shipper and Dr. Howard Vogel will explain the steps in person before your scheduled root canal. Here are some reasons why you may…
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Oral-Systemic Health

August 29th, 2018

Oral-systemic health is the idea that oral health is a critical and interconnected component to a patient’s overall health and well-being. Studies show that people who have poor oral health are more likely to have other health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, or a high likelihood of stroke. Some of the data suggests that…
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Periodontics and Pregnancy

August 22nd, 2018

Periodontal health — which refers to the condition of the structures that support your teeth — is an important part of your oral and overall health. However, periodontal health becomes even more important when you're pregnant. Bad oral health can have detrimental effects on the health of your unborn child and can lead to low-birth…
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