My Blog - General and Cosmetic Dentist

Taking the Dread Out of Dental Visits
posted: Nov. 24, 2019.

We always look forward to seeing our patients, but not all of you look forward to seeing us! If you’re one of them, don’t worry — we don’t take Read more
How a New Approach to Treating Decay Could Benefit You
posted: Nov. 14, 2019.

Dental caries (tooth decay) is a leading cause of tooth loss. But with prompt diagnosis and care we can often stop it before it causes too much damage. The traditional Read more
How Shawn Mendes and Miley Cyrus Got Their Stellar Smiles
posted: Nov. 04, 2019.

The 2019 Grammy Awards was a star-studded night packed with memorable performances. One standout came from the young Canadian singer Shawn Mendes, who sang a powerful duet of his Read more
RPDs Offer Another Tooth Replacement Option for those on a Tight Budget
posted: Oct. 25, 2019.

Durable as well as life-like, dental implants are by far the preferred method for replacing missing teeth. But they can be costly and, although not as much, so can Read more
Here's What to Expect Before, During and After Implant Surgery
posted: Oct. 15, 2019.

When you hear the word “surgery,” your first thought might be of a high-charged operating room with a surgeon operating intently as a nurse mops sweat from their brow. Read more
Here's What You Need to Know About Teeth Whitening
posted: Oct. 05, 2019.

Getting a smile upgrade doesn’t necessarily require extensive dental work. You might be able to change your appearance for the better with teeth whitening. This technique employs a bleaching solution Read more
Crazy Little Thing Called... Hyperdontia?
posted: Sep. 25, 2019.

The movie Bohemian Rhapsody celebrates the iconic rock band Queen and its legendary lead vocalist, Freddie Mercury. But when we see pictures of the flamboyant singer, many fans both Read more
Dental Office Infection Control Protects You From Viral Infection
posted: Sep. 15, 2019.

Visiting the dentist for regular cleanings and needed dental work can do wonders for keeping your teeth and gums in tip-top shape. But if you’ve seen or heard about Read more
Preventing Decay in Primary Teeth Promises Better Health Now and Later
posted: Sep. 05, 2019.

True or false: there’s no cause for concern about tooth decay until your child’s permanent teeth erupt. False—decayed primary teeth can lead to potentially serious consequences later in life. Although “baby” Read more
3 Ways to Correct Missing Front Teeth
posted: Aug. 26, 2019.

Roughly 75% of American adults are missing at least one tooth, mostly from disease, trauma or extraction for other dental reasons. A few missing teeth, though, never erupted in Read more
(Don't) Break It Like Beckham
posted: Aug. 16, 2019.

During his former career as a professional footballer (that's a soccer star to U.S. sports fans) David Beckham was known for his skill at “bending” a soccer ball. His Read more
If You're Older, be on the Lookout for Root Cavities
posted: Aug. 06, 2019.

Tooth decay is a destructive oral disease, which along with periodontal (gum) disease is most responsible for tooth loss. And as you age, your disease risk goes up. One form Read more
Practice Daily Oral Hygiene to Prevent Calcified Plaque Formation
posted: Jul. 27, 2019.

If you’ve ever heard your dentist or hygienist talk about “calculus,” they’re not referring to a higher branch of mathematics. The calculus on your teeth is something altogether different. Calculus, Read more
For Your Teeth's Sake, Exercise Caution Consuming Energy or Sports Drinks
posted: Jul. 17, 2019.

Energy drink makers would have you believe their products are a healthy rehydration choice for athletes while also giving them keener focus and renewed vitality. But before adding them Read more
In Today's NFL, Oral Hygiene Takes Center Stage
posted: Jul. 07, 2019.

Everyone knows that in the game of football, quarterbacks are looked up to as team leaders. That's why we're so pleased to see some NFL QB's setting great examples Read more
Curbing Dry Mouth Could Boost Your Oral Health as you get Older
posted: Jun. 27, 2019.

There is much to contend with as we grow older, including a higher risk for dental disease. One possible contributing factor: dry mouth from a lack of saliva. Also known Read more

Lee V. Farkas, DDS

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