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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)

There are lots of ways to deal with missing or damaged teeth. You’ve probably heard one of us at White Spruce Dental talking about implants, dentures, bridges, and crowns, but have you ever wondered what they are and how they work? Dr. Nozik, Dr. Tumminelli, & Dr. Kloc know that folks in Rochester like to be informed, so… (Read More)

If you had to give up your toothbrush or your car, which would it be? According to a recent survey, 42 percent of adults and 34 percent of teens would rather turn in their keys, computer, cell phone, or microwave than get rid of their toothbrush. It seems that many Rochester residents love toothbrushes the way… (Read More)

We know, this claim seems crazy. What could brushing your teeth possibly have to do with the health of your heart? More than you might think! Jailbreak Bacteria When you eat or drink, your mouth becomes populated with the bacteria that cause plaque. This sounds gross, but it’s not necessarily a bad thing. As long… (Read More)

Let’s be honest. If you are like most Rochester folks, you’ve probably put off going to the dentist at one time or another. Some of us have even avoided seeing a dentist for years at a time. In fact, one in three Americans avoid going to the dentist regularly. After a while, that time spent away… (Read More)

Imagine this – you have come to see Dr. Nozik, Dr. Tumminelli, or Dr. Kloc for a cleaning and routine check-up. The cleaning goes well, but then he tells you that you have a cavity. You’ve been dreading the possibility of this news and now you fear that something must be wrong, since you have been… (Read More)

There is a good chance you have heard Dr. Nozik, Dr. Tumminelli, or Dr. Kloc or someone else at White Spruce Dental mention the term ‘bruxism’ and discuss the problems it can cause for your oral health. At the office, we talk about a lot of technical dental stuff that doesn’t necessarily concern our Rochester patients, but bruxism… (Read More)

Every Rochester parent remembers seeing their baby’s first teeth emerge, watching the rest pop up, and finally cheering as their child loses their first baby tooth, all in the blink of an eye! In fact, baby teeth come and go so quickly that some people are led believe they don’t have an impact on a child’s… (Read More)