posted: Sep. 11, 2024.

You might have noticed that the dental aisle of your drugstore is larger than ever, with more options than ever for getting the spaces between your teeth their cleanest. Flosses Read more

posted: Sep. 04, 2024.

The “Back to School” ads are out already? Halloween candy’s showing up in stores? Just a minute—summer isn’t quite over yet! While the days are still warm, let’s look at Read more

posted: Aug. 28, 2024.

Labor Day is upon us, and that means the non-official end to summer. Before the kids head back to school and temperatures start to cool down, this is your last Read more

posted: Aug. 21, 2024.

While modern dental science has made remarkable advances in treating oral diseases, prevention is always better than cure. To keep our mouth, gums, and teeth their healthiest, there are some Read more

posted: Aug. 14, 2024.

An article was released to the public stating that dental X-rays contribute to a type of brain cancer. After reading an article like this, your first thought may be to Read more

posted: Aug. 07, 2024.

Here we are in the middle of the hottest time of the year. Yes, it’s the dog days of summer. But, wait—just what are “the dog days of summer,” anyway? The Read more

posted: Jul. 31, 2024.

Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, is a chronic bacterial infection of the gums, periodontal ligament, and bone that surround and support the teeth. Gum disease includes gingivitis (the Read more

posted: Jul. 24, 2024.

Gum disease starts quietly and invisibly, but can lead to very serious and noticeable consequences if left untreated. Excess plaque and bacteria around the gum line cause irritation. This irritation Read more

posted: Jul. 17, 2024.

You and your periodontist are essential partners in making sure you have the best dental care. You do your part by eating a tooth-healthy diet, brushing and flossing as recommended, Read more

posted: Jul. 10, 2024.

If you’re scheduled for periodontal surgery at our Old Bridge office in the near future, you probably have a lot of very important questions: Will it help? Your periodontist has the Read more

posted: Jul. 03, 2024.

The Fourth of July is a great time to get together with friends and family members for BBQ, games, fireworks, and other celebrations in honor of our country’s independence. While Read more

posted: Jun. 26, 2024.

You have done a lot of work to get the perfect smile. You wore your Invisalign aligner trays and cared for your teeth, and now your treatment is done. You Read more

posted: Jun. 19, 2024.

If you notice every imperfection in your smile and you are aiming for a more ideal-looking smile, veneers might be for you. Veneers are common tools in cosmetic dentistry for Read more

posted: Jun. 12, 2024.

At Alla Pavlushkin DDS, we see a lot of patients who are concerned about their bad breath, also known as halitosis. So today we thought we would educate our patients Read more

posted: Jun. 05, 2024.

The community health awareness group Oral Health America has reported that 82 percent of adults are unaware of the role that infectious bacteria can play in tooth decay or cavities, Read more

posted: May 29, 2024.

Sometimes food that’s good for your body isn’t necessarily the best for your teeth. Drs. Pavlushkin & Reff and our team want you to know which healthy foods can harm Read more