ROBERT SILVERS, DMD
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Take It From Taylor Swift - Losing Your Orthodontic Retainer is No Fun
posted: Apr. 10, 2021.
For nearly two decades, singer-songwriter Taylor Swift has dominated the pop and country charts. In December she launched her ninth studio album, called evermore, and in January she delighted Read more -
Overcoming Bone Loss Preventing You From Getting an Implant
posted: Mar. 31, 2021.
Introduced to the United States in the 1980s, dental implants have quickly become the go-to restoration for tooth replacement. And for good reason: they're not only incredibly life-like, they're Read more -
This Minor Dental Procedure Could Make Breastfeeding Easier for an Infant
posted: Mar. 21, 2021.
Breastfeeding is nature's way of providing complete nourishment to a newborn in their first years of life. It can also have a positive impact on their emerging immune system, Read more -
Gum Recession Can Rob You of Your Smile and Your Dental Health Too
posted: Mar. 11, 2021.
If it seems like your teeth are getting longer as you get older, it's unlikely they're magically growing. More likely, your gums are shrinking or receding from your teeth. Read more -
You Don't Need to Pass a Football Like Patrick Mahomes to Remove a Loose Baby Tooth
posted: Mar. 01, 2021.
Kids get pretty inventive pulling a loose primary (baby) tooth. After all, there's a profit motive involved (aka the Tooth Fairy). But a young Kansas City Chiefs fan may Read more -
Flossing an Implant-Supported Bridge can Prevent a Damaging Gum Infection
posted: Feb. 19, 2021.
In recent years, dental implants have helped traditional bridgework take a giant leap forward. A few strategically placed implants can provide the highest support and stability we can currently Read more -
Two Major Causes for Implant Failure and How You Can Prevent Them
posted: Feb. 09, 2021.
Dental implants are a reliable way to replace teeth. More than 95% of implants survive ten years after their installation, and many of these could conceivably continue for decades. But Read more -
4 Guidelines to Help Make Sure Your Child's Oral Health Stays on Track
posted: Jan. 30, 2021.
As they mature, your child's teeth, gums and jaws develop—if all goes well, they'll all be healthy and functioning normally when they enter adulthood. But tooth decay and other Read more -
How AFV's Alfonso Ribeiro Saved His Tooth
posted: Jan. 20, 2021.
Remembered fondly by fans as the wacky but loveable Carlton on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Alfonso Ribeiro is currently in his fifth year hosting America's Funniest Videos. It's Read more -
Could a Dental Bridge Be a Better Choice Than Implants?
posted: Jan. 10, 2021.
What a difference forty years can make: Dental bridges once occupied the top spot for choices to replace missing teeth until the arrival of dental implants in the 1980s. Read more -
3 Reasons Why Dental Implants Are a Sound 'Smile' Investment
posted: Dec. 31, 2020.
In looking at options to replace your missing teeth, you might have heard others rave about dental implants. You're almost sold on this innovative restoration method—but you're a little Read more -
Smoking Could Increase the Risk of an Implant Failure
posted: Dec. 20, 2020.
Although they can be expensive upfront, dental implants often prove to be a wise investment in the long-term. With a success rate that outperforms other teeth replacement restorations, dental Read more -
Porcelain Veneers Transform Real Housewives Star's Smile Spoiled by Teeth Grinding
posted: Dec. 09, 2020.
Dorit Kemsley isn't shy. Best known to fans as an outspoken and sometimes outrageous cast member of the reality show Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, Kemsley is never reticent Read more -
A RPD Could Be Your Answer to Replacing Missing Teeth
posted: Nov. 29, 2020.
Before implants, people often turned to a removable appliance to replace multiple missing teeth. Known as a removable partial denture (RPD), this appliance could restore both appearance and function Read more -
Here's What To Do If Your Child Complains of a Toothache
posted: Nov. 19, 2020.
Perhaps the only thing worse than having a toothache of your own is when your child has one. Tooth pain can be a miserable experience, especially for children. It Read more -
Age Doesn't Have to Stop You From Straightening Your Smile
posted: Nov. 09, 2020.
Cowboys wear Stetsons; ballerinas wear tutus; and teenagers wear…braces. At least that's the popular conception. In actuality, one in five orthodontic patients is an adult, a number that continues to Read more
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Your smile is often the first thing people will notice about your appearance. Your smile leaves a lasting impression. With Dr. Silvers' more than 35 years of training and experience treating the most discriminating clients of the north shore, you can expect an exceptional dental experience, customized care and healthy, beautiful lasting results.