You never know when a dental problem may arise. Unfortunately, they don’t necessarily occur during office hours. Dr. David Shipper and Dr. Howard Vogel can provide you with the proper information and treatment options to prevent the problem from becoming worse. Abscess An abscess is a bacterial infection, and will normally cause pain and swelling…
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When you chip a tooth badly, it can be a very nerve-wracking situation. Dr. David Shipper and Dr. Howard Vogel and our team want to provide you with some information that can help if you ever suffer a chipped or broken tooth. The most common ways people break their teeth are by biting down on…
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Imagine that you’re only going to brush your teeth once tomorrow. Don’t worry, we know you would never skimp on your dental hygiene like that, but let’s just pretend for a moment. When would be the best time to brush? When you wake up? During the day? Or perhaps before you go to bed? Actually,…
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In years past, it was often recommended that dental patients who had a history of heart problems or other conditions, such as joint implants, be given antibiotics before any dental work. This pre-treatment is called prophylaxis, based on the Greek words for “protecting beforehand.” Why would Dr. David Shipper and Dr. Howard Vogel suggest this…
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