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What did the first dentures look like?
posted: Jan. 10, 2023.

Remember hearing about George Washington and his wooden choppers? Not his tools for cutting down cherry trees, but his false teeth. Actually, George’s teeth were made of ivory but were so Read more
Make this the Year You Stop Smoking
posted: Jan. 03, 2023.

It’s a new year, and it couldn’t come fast enough for many of us! Let’s do our part to make this a better year in every way—and you can start Read more
Things You Probably Didn’t Know About New Year's Eve
posted: Dec. 27, 2022.

It’s no secret that New Year’s Eve is one of the most widely celebrated holidays in the world. the doctor and our team love it too. It’s a fresh start, Read more
Diet and Dental Health: What to eat and what to avoid
posted: Dec. 20, 2022.

You are probably aware that guzzling soda and drinking those sugary Starbucks Frappuccinos aren’t particularly good for your dental health. But how much thought do you give to the effects Read more
Does Your Filling Need Replacing?
posted: Dec. 13, 2022.

No matter how wonderfully something works for us, there comes a day when a replacement might be necessary. This holds true whether it’s the latest and greatest smart phone, or Read more
Creating a Dental Home
posted: Dec. 06, 2022.

As a parent, you know how important a happy, relaxed atmosphere is when it comes to making your child feel at home. We would like to make our Bronx, New Read more
Balancing Act
posted: Nov. 29, 2022.

We’re all trying to find a healthy balance in our lives. Balancing work and home life. Eating a well-balanced diet. Balancing our budgets. Maintaining the right pH balance in our Read more
What is gum disease?
posted: Nov. 15, 2022.

Gum disease, also called periodontal disease, is an infection of the gum tissues, and is something seen all too often by the doctor. Extending from inflammation of the gums (gingivitis) Read more
Radiation and the Safety of Dental X-Rays
posted: Nov. 08, 2022.

It is not uncommon to be concerned about your safety when you have dental X-rays performed. Putting on a heavy lead vest may make you apprehensive. The benefits of dental Read more
November Marks National Diabetes Awareness Month
posted: Nov. 01, 2022.

Diabetes is a chronic disease that increases the risk for many serious health problems, including severe gum disease. November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and it’s a great time for us Read more
The Intriguing History of Halloween
posted: Oct. 25, 2022.

Halloween is fast approaching, and the doctor wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is Read more
What are the five things I should do in between visits?
posted: Oct. 18, 2022.

When it comes to keeping your smile looking its best, good oral hygiene is a must! Good oral health habits should start early and continue throughout your lifetime. Here, the Read more
How many times a day should I floss?
posted: Oct. 11, 2022.

Flossing is one of the most important parts of your oral care routine. Many patients know they need to do it but find it difficult to fit into their busy Read more
Year-End Insurance Reminder
posted: Oct. 04, 2022.

the doctor, as well as our team at Amarilis Jacobo, would like to give those patients with flex spend, health savings, or insurance benefits a friendly end of the year Read more
Should Adults Continue Fluoride Treatments?
posted: Sep. 27, 2022.

Many adults wonder if they should continue to receive fluoride treatments. Our team at Amarilis Jacobo wants to set the record straight about the usefulness of fluoride treatment for adults. There Read more
How safe are dental X-rays?
posted: Sep. 20, 2022.

the doctor and our staff rely on digital X-rays to help us diagnose oral conditions and process images at incredibly high speeds. You can also view digital X-rays in real Read more