Have you lost teeth? It's a lot different than when you lost your baby teeth way back in the day. Unfortunately, these don't grow back. A dental implant from Pinnacle Dental Associates in Albany can restore your smile with a lifelike replacement. A dental implant is a titanium post that is surgically implanted into your jaw. An artificial tooth fits... read more »
What are dental benefits? Many employers offer full-time employees dental health benefits as part of, or in addition to, their regular health benefits. Think of your dental benefits like health insurance for your teeth! Ninety percent of dental benefits are offered through employers, because they know the value of dental health. They know that good oral health contributes to overall... read more »
We always love to get great feedback from our patients. Here’s what a recent patient had to say about their experience with Janie: "Janie has been my hygienist for many years. She is great! Gentle and sweet, I feel like she is my friend . When I do need dental work, I don't have the fear I did for so... read more »
Have you heard of vaping? It is the e-cigarette equivalent to smoking and it is taking a firm hold in the US. Backed by the world’s biggest tobacco companies, the industry is aggressively expanding its marketing across the country. More than 14 million U.S. adults and nearly 2 million teens and tweens have used e-cigarettes, and the rate of use among... read more »
For years myths about the cause of cavities have been held on to as fact. Today we set the record straight and give you the truth about decay. MYTH 1: Brushing and flossing are enough to fight decay. FACT: Brushing and flossing alone do not kill the bacteria that are the real cause of decay. Dental Caries is a... read more »
Recently Forbes online published an article: Pure Juice Won’t Rot Your Kids’ Teeth It made the author’s top 5 most popular articles, and to date has received thousands of views. The article was based on the information from this study that concluded: “Our study findings are consistent with those of other studies that show consumption of 100 percent fruit juice is not associated... read more »
Everyday we get calls about how to properly use the CariFree products. One of the main hang-ups for people is the order of product use. If you are like most of America, you probably grew up brushing your teeth THEN rinsing with mouthwash. However, with CariFree things are a bit different. No matter what gel and rinse you... read more »
Your child's daily routine should involve brushing and flossing, hopefully twice a day; but if he or she is continually hearing the word cavity during a dental office visit, then dental sealants might be a great option for your child. Even when brushing and flossing regularly, it is hard to get all the plaque removed from the deep grooves of molars.... read more »
You understand the importance of strong teeth, healthy gums, and a straight smile. But you may not always know the right kind of dentist to see for various types of concerns. Here is a quick breakdown of three of the major areas of dentistry, and their main purposes. "What is a family dentist?" A family dentist (also called a general... read more »
The first step is to have either Dr. Kutsch or Renyer examine your teeth. They will check to be sure you do not have any areas of decay or even a broken or cracked tooth. If you do not have any dental issues, you simply may have sensitive teeth. You should try a sensitive formulated toothpaste, usually this type of... read more »