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As a parent, you will have numerous opportunities to teach your children valuable skills and each one will yield priceless memories. Your child’s first step, your child’s first word, your child’s first bike ride, your child’s first unassisted brushing and flossing session…Well, maybe that last one won’t be as memorable, but Dr. Nozik, Dr. Tuminelli… (Read More)

When it comes to ridiculous beliefs on dental hygiene and treatment, we’ve heard just about everything. However, the most dangerous ones usually aren’t quite so over the top. Unfortunately, a number of dental myths are floating all over Rochester, so Dr. Nozik, Dr. Tumminelli & Dr. Kloc are here to put an end to the misinformation…. (Read More)

Headaches in Rochester are a dime a dozen. We all know the frustration of having your day interrupted by throbbing, shooting pains in the head. If you suffer from frequent headaches that never seem to go away, Dr. Nozik, Dr. Tumminelli & Dr. Kloc would like you to know about bruxism, or teeth grinding, a common… (Read More)

Bad breath is a problem that everyone has to deal with at some point. It’s impossible to keep our mouths smelling fresh and clean all day, every day, especially when there are delicious things to have like coffee or cheeseburgers with extra onions, pickles and mushrooms. So how do you make sure you always have… (Read More)

Not all candy is created equal. Some kinds of candy are much worse for your teeth and oral health than other kinds, and some can even damage your expensive dental work. Dr. Nozik, Dr. Tumminelli, & Dr. Kloc definitely don’t want you to have to make an appointment because a jawbreaker broke off your crown and you… (Read More)

It’s no secret that diabetes is a health condition that must be treated because of the problems it can cause throughout the body—including in your mouth. Consider that nearly 26 million children and adults in the U.S. who, according to the American Diabetes Association, have diabetes. Rochester dentists, Dr. Nozik, Dr. Tumminelli & Dr. Kloc want you… (Read More)

Whitening strips are among the most popular health and beauty products in Rochester. Brightening up your pearly whites is a great way to give your smile a boost, and with all the over-the-counter options, there’s no reason not to pick one up and try it out. Dr. Nozik, Dr. Tumminelli & Dr. Kloc want you… (Read More)

Brushing your teeth is an everyday routine that most people give little thought to. The truth is there are a number of common mistakes people make in the course of brushing. After all, how often do we really think about brushing technique? Here at White Spruce Dental, Dr. Nozik, Dr. Tumminelli, & Dr. Kloc are all… (Read More)

HPV and Oral Cancer HPV is most commonly thought of as a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that causes genital warts and can lead to cervical cancer, but it is much more complicated than that. There are over 40 different types that can present in a variety of ways; however, in a whopping 90% of cases… (Read More)

It’s no secret that Rochester residents are careful about how they choose medical professionals for their family, but sometimes it’s not easy to find everything you want in a dentist. We at White Spruce Dental understand that choosing a dentist is no small feat, so we’ve put together this guide to picking a dentist for individuals and… (Read More)