ROBERT SILVERS, DMD
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Johnny's Teeth Aren't Rotten Any More
posted: Jan. 29, 2019.
Everyone has to face the music at some time — even John Lydon, former lead singer of The Sex Pistols, arguably England’s best known punk rock band. The 59-year Read more -
Dental Implants Better than Ever thanks to Ongoing Tech Advances
posted: Jan. 19, 2019.
While many people still consider dental implants the "new kids on the block" in dental restoration, they're now in their fourth decade of use. And since their inception implant Read more -
3 Reasons Why Your New Dentist Needs Your Treatment Records
posted: Jan. 09, 2019.
Like other healthcare providers, your dentist keeps records of your ongoing care. These include not only their written notes but also x-ray imaging, frequency of visits and cleanings, and Read more -
Lingual Braces Offer a Less Visible Alternative to Traditional Braces
posted: Dec. 30, 2018.
We’re all familiar with tried and true traditional braces and perhaps with newer clear aligners for realigning teeth. But there’s an even more novel way that’s quickly becoming popular: Read more -
Charlize Theron Back in Action After Dental Surgery
posted: Dec. 20, 2018.
When they’re introducing a new movie, actors often take a moment to pay tribute to the people who helped make it happen — like, you know, their dentists. At Read more -
Wisdom Teeth Warrant Close Watch to Avoid Future Health Issues
posted: Dec. 10, 2018.
As permanent teeth gradually replace primary (“baby”) teeth, most will come in by early adolescence. But the back third molars—the wisdom teeth—are often the last to the party, usually Read more -
Local Anesthesia Eliminates Pain Completely During Dental Work
posted: Nov. 30, 2018.
Your teeth and gums are filled with nerves that make the mouth one of the most sensitive areas in the body. But thanks to local anesthesia, you won't feel Read more -
Diabetes and Oral Health: True or False?
posted: Nov. 20, 2018.
November is National Diabetes Month—a time to focus on a disease that affects more than 400 million people around the world. What does diabetes have to do with oral Read more -
Margot Robbie Knows: A Great Smile Is Worth Protecting
posted: Nov. 10, 2018.
On the big screen, Australian-born actress Margot Robbie may be best known for playing devil-may-care anti-heroes—like Suicide Squad member Harley Quinn and notorious figure skater Tonya Harding. But recently, Read more -
Dental Implants Could be Your Best Option to Replace Lost Teeth
posted: Oct. 31, 2018.
An estimated 35 million people in the United States are missing all of their teeth on at least one jaw. Your situation may not be as serious — perhaps Read more -
What You Should Know About Antibiotic Therapy Before Implant Surgery
posted: Oct. 21, 2018.
Placing a dental implant within the jawbone requires a surgical procedure. For most people it’s a relatively minor affair, but for some with certain health conditions it might be Read more -
3 Factors That Could Affect the Success of a Root Canal Treatment
posted: Oct. 11, 2018.
A tooth with deep decay is in real peril. If the disease isn’t stopped, it can eventually infect the bone and greatly increase the risk of losing the tooth. Read more -
Jason Derulo's Ideal Match
posted: Oct. 01, 2018.
When the multi-platinum recording artist, songwriter and TV personality Jason Derulo was recently asked about his ideal woman, his answer covered a remarkably broad spectrum. "There’s no specific thing," Read more -
3 Surprising Sugar Sources Your Baby Might be Consuming
posted: Sep. 21, 2018.
Tooth decay is an ever present danger for your baby’s developing teeth. It begins with disease-causing bacteria feasting on leftover sugar, producing high levels of oral acid that slowly Read more -
It's National Gum Care Month - Take Care of Your Gums
posted: Sep. 11, 2018.
September is National Gum Care Month, an ideal time to talk about how to keep your gums healthy. Unfortunately, nearly half of adults have gum disease, which can damage Read more -
Treating a Child's Tooth Injury May Require Special Consideration
posted: Sep. 01, 2018.
Often as children grow older, their participation in sports or similar activities increases. While generally encouraged, this greater activity does increase injury risk, especially to the mouth. In fact, the Read more
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