Have you ever been told that you grind your teeth in your sleep? For many people, bruxism (the technical name for grinding your teeth) only happens while they’re sleeping. This means they may not even be aware of their condition until someone else observes it, or until complications arise. For example, a sleep partner may…
Holistic Dentistry in an Emergency
Are you concerned about an urgent dental problem? Most people try to arrange appointments around personal life and work schedules. If you are juggling your time, a slight toothache may not constitute an emergency. However, failing to take care of your teeth and gums could have greater health implications. Oral health issues will worsen over…
Loving Those Little Pearly Whites!
February is known as the month dedicated to the heart; it is about love of all types, and it is also American Heart Month; but did you know it is also about teeth? Children’s teeth to be exact. February is National Children’s Dental Health Month. It began February 8, 1949, as the American Dental Association’s…
Make the Most of Your 2023 Dental Plan
Every new year brings a fresh opportunity for a new start on multiple fronts. People make plans for their health and well-being. January is the month when millions of Americans start new diets, begin new exercise routines, make plans to be more productive and stop procrastinating and a host of other undertakings. While you are…
Nature’s Gifts for Healthy Holiday Eats and Treats
December is the happiest time of year for our tastebuds! During the holiday season, the days abound with trays and plates of delectable confections of all types, some of which are only served up annually. Fortunately, you can create delicious holiday eats and treats that are healthy, wholesome and perfect for this time of year.…
Keep Your Smile Healthy and Bright During this Sweet, Sweet Season!
Every year it begins with pumpkin spice everything in October: lattes, shakes, smoothies, chai teas, cookies, cakes and pies; and don’t forget bags full of candy treats. November adds in all kinds of tasty pies, candied fruit and spicy ciders. Then comes December full of cookies, cakes, pies, wines and sweet holiday drinks topped off…
Stop Teeth Grinding and Sleep Well Again
If you grind your teeth throughout the night without notice, you could be applying substantial pressure, as much as 250 pounds of force, leading to long-term problems with the temporomandibular joint. Treatment may not be able to eliminate teeth grinding, but it can reduce its impact and frequency, as well as alleviate associated symptoms. We…
Les Belles Announces Second Dental Office Location in New York City
Les Belles is expanding their full-service dental practice, Les Belles Park Sixty is located at 110 E 60th Street, Suite 902 in NY, NY 10022. Doors and practice will be open and ready to serve patients on December 10, 2018. We are thrilled to be opening the new office, which means expanded access to integrative…
Please Pass Me The Salmon!
Eat more salmon because: It helps reduce your risk of cancer. It helps improve your cardiovascular health. It helps improve your cognition. It protects your bones and joints. It gives you healthier skin. It improves your vision. It improves your metabolism. It is known to calm children with ADHD. It is rich in omega-3 fatty…
Dental Sealants To The Rescue!
If you were falling into a pit, wouldn’t you want something (like a safety net) to catch you? Anyone who has the opportunity to prevent harm would take it, wouldn’t you? Dental sealants provide you with one way to prevent harm that can enter into you or your child’s teeth. What are dental sealants? Dental…
