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Don’t procrastinate about dental work!
posted: Jul. 23, 2024.

When you have dental issues or just need routine care, you may try to put off making an appointment at Joel F. Levy D.D.S.. Common reasons for procrastination are not Read more
Dangers of Alcohol and Oral Health
posted: Jul. 16, 2024.

We often have patients who ask, “Can drinking alcohol affect my oral health?” There are, in fact, a few reasons why that martini may not be good for your pearly Read more
Been a While? Come See Us!
posted: Jul. 09, 2024.

Guilt is a powerful feeling. It can keep you from doing many things, including going to the dentist. The good news is that Joel F. Levy D.D.S. is a judgement-free Read more
Good Dental Hygiene Gives You Better Overall Health
posted: Jul. 02, 2024.

What do you think of when you hear the term dental or oral hygiene? Brushing and flossing tend to come to mind, since that is what the terms imply. What you Read more
Find Out how Your Diet can Cause Cavities
posted: Jun. 25, 2024.

Sometimes food that’s good for your body isn’t necessarily the best for your teeth. the doctor and our team want you to know which healthy foods can harm your teeth Read more
I drink a lot of coffee. Could it be hurting my smile?
posted: Jun. 18, 2024.

At Joel F. Levy D.D.S., we know most of our patients enjoy a cup of coffee or two throughout the day. But what many of you don’t know is that Read more
Natural Ways to Soothe a Toothache
posted: Jun. 11, 2024.

Toothaches can come in many different forms, but no matter which, they’re always uncomfortable. the doctor and our team want you to know there are simple ways to cure this Read more
Are you a candidate for dental implants?
posted: Jun. 04, 2024.

When you are missing teeth, it is critical to replace them. Without all your teeth, chewing and eating can be challenging, as well as uncomfortable. Missing teeth can also destabilize Read more
Brushing Mistakes You Don’t Know You’re Making
posted: May 28, 2024.

It’s great that you’re enthusiastic about your dental health! Here are some tips from the doctor and our team to make sure you are getting the most out of your Read more
Memorial Day
posted: May 21, 2024.

Memorial Day is not only a federal holiday in the United States, but it is a day of observance and remembrance of those who died in service. Originally known as Read more
Toothache: A dentist or the emergency room?
posted: May 14, 2024.

Emergency care dentists are equipped to handle any tooth emergency. Seeing us first takes less time than having to sit in a hospital emergency room, only to be told to Read more
Spring Cleaning
posted: May 07, 2024.

Just like that, it’s almost summertime. As the spring season ends, perhaps these lighter, brighter days are inspiring you to do a bit of last-minute spring cleaning. Or perhaps they’re Read more
Five Reasons for Your Bad Breath
posted: Apr. 30, 2024.

Bad breath, or halitosis, is probably not a matter of life or death. But it can make you feel self-conscious and have a negative impact on your life. The majority Read more
My gums are shrinking!
posted: Apr. 23, 2024.

Have you ever looked in the mirror and noticed that your teeth looked longer? Does it seem like your gums are shrinking? This condition is called recession—many adults have it. Read more
Every Day is Earth Day
posted: Apr. 16, 2024.

During the early days of the environmental awareness movement, those who demonstrated against pollution, toxic chemicals, and the general public health were known as hippies. The early 1970s were a Read more
Breaking Bad Oral Habits
posted: Apr. 09, 2024.

The effects of bad oral habits are something our team sees all too often. You might have bad oral habits that stem from childhood, possibly because your parents did not Read more