How to Whiten Your Teeth at Home
Healthy, radiant teeth do more than just give you a brighter smile. Pearly whites with strong enamels and healthy gums are integral to your mouth’s biological ecosystem. Proper dental care — including whitening your teeth — promotes your oral microbiome. Whitening teeth refers to restoring your teeth to their natural ivory color and uniform veneer. […]
Oral Microbiome: What it is & how it impacts your health
Your body is the host of countless microscopic organisms living in harmony to provide vital functions for your well-being. These complex communities are known as microbiomes, and your mouth is the site of one of the largest microbiomes in your body. We’ve known for centuries that microbes live in the human mouth. Still, the field […]
How much do veneers cost? Dental Insurance, Financing & More
Looking for a set of perfect pearly whites? As a leading cosmetic dentist in Manhattan, Dr. Gerry Curatola often recommends getting dental veneers for a natural-looking, flawless smile. Dental veneers cost anywhere between $250 and $2,500 per tooth depending on the type of veneers you get and the location of your dentist. If you may […]
14 CPAP Alternatives for Sleep Apnea [2022 Research Update]
Sleep apnea occurs when breathing is interrupted during sleep due to a number of factors. Sleep apnea treatment should be customized based on a person’s specific needs and individual symptoms. One size does not fit all. The most common and well-known way of treating this condition is using a CPAP machine. This therapy can be […]
Sleep Disordered Breathing in Children & Adults
Sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) is the general term for any problems with breathing during sleep. SDBs include a number of conditions, but the most common is sleep apnea.Are sleep-disordered breathing and sleep apnea the same? Sleep apnea is a kind of sleep-disordered breathing. Other blockages to the upper airway are not considered sleep apnea, although they […]
Mouth Guards for Sleep Apnea: Pros & Cons
A sleep apnea mouth guard is an alternative to sleep study prescribed continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy that many find uncomfortable for daily use. The challenge is identifying the right mouth guard with a proper fit for treating sleep apnea symptoms. Some mouth guards can improve sleep and reduce snoring caused by obstructive sleep […]
The Danger of Composite Fillings
Composite dental fillings are becoming a common alternative to amalgam fillings, primarily because of concerns over mercury toxicity. While composite resin is one of the safest fillers out there, it’s still important to ask questions at your dentist’s office about the exact materials used in your fillings. A biological dentistry practice will make sure that […]
The Nasal Cavity: Parts, Function, and Diseases
What is the nasal cavity? The nasal cavity (comprising the nasal passages) is an essential passage of the upper respiratory tract. It is divided into right and left divisions by the nasal septum, a cartilaginous structure. Each half opens onto the face via the nare and communicates behind with the nasopharynx through the choanae. Most […]
A Brief History of Biological Dentistry
Biological dentistry is a novel approach to current “conventional” dentistry. This approach fosters your overall health and wellness, rather than treating the symptoms of a disease. The history of biological dentistry really diverges from traditional dentistry in the 1970s. Biological and holistic dental offices have been popping up around the world for more than 40 […]
How To Test For Mercury Poisoning From Fillings
Mercury is a type of toxic heavy metal that exists in different forms in the environment (elemental, organic, and inorganic). Mercury poisoning refers to toxicity from mercury consumption. The small amounts of mercury consumption from dental fillings don’t always cause detrimental health effects. However, if you’ve been exposed to high mercury concentrations from amalgam fillings […]