We all learned how to brush our teeth when we were about 3 or 4, so you’d think we have it mastered by now. Right? Unfortunately, probably not. We all make mistakes sometimes. And that’s okay! All that matters is that you’re dedicated to having the healthiest mouth possible. These five tips for how to… (Read More)
Drs. Nozik and Tumminelli and all of us at White Spruce Dental would like to take this opportunity to talk about oral cancer, the lives that are lost to it, and what it could mean for you and your family. Oral cancer is one of the only cancers that is actually becoming more common, and… (Read More)
Everybody knows that morning breath, or halitosis, is particularly awful. Maybe your spouse, partner, or some other member of your family has informed you that your mouth is toxic in the AM. It is likely that you have noticed it yourself! Either way, White Spruce Dental wants to bring an end to this suffering! There… (Read More)
It’s no secret that regular old braces carry a certain stigma. The brackets, wires, and small, colored bands are clunky and painful, and most people shudder at the thought of having to get them. However, the dentistry of today is very different and Drs. Nozik and Tumminelli have options for you, like clear braces, that… (Read More)
Why Do My Teeth Need To Be Aligned? The only reason people get braces is to improve their smile, right? Wrong! Occlusion, or the alignment of your teeth, is a crucial factor in the health and functionality of your entire mouth. It may not seem like anything more than a cosmetic issue, but malocclusion (misaligned… (Read More)
Your child probably won’t need to come in to see Drs. Nozik and Tumminelli until most of their teeth have erupted, somewhere around age three. Until then, you are in charge of all of their dental care while they go through teething. Don’t be scared though! We are here to help, and are willing to… (Read More)
Yikes! Okay, so ten years of neglect won’t turn a Rochester, NY patient into a horse. In fact, it’s possible that your teeth may not even look that bad, but there is almost definitely something lurking under the surface that can cause huge health problems for you. Dental Hygiene
