Bleeding gums are the most common symptom of gum disease. But it can also point to other health problems. Occasional bleeding of the gums can be caused by brushing your teeth too vigorously or wearing dentures that don’t fit correctly. Common Causes Have gingivitis, a disease that causes inflammation of the gums Brushing too hard

The Island Now wrote a wonderful feature about the new Dental Made Easy opening in New Hyde Park, Long Island. To view the article click the link below! Forest Hills dental office celebrates expansion into NHP  

Did you know that October is National Dental Hygiene month? To celebrate we want to highlight the best ways to maintain your oral health and hygiene! 1. Brush and Floss Daily You already know this, and we hate to be repetitive, but YOU MUST BRUSH AND FLOSS YOUR TEETH! This is the simplest, yet most

Why is Flossing Important? Did you know that if you don’t floss you’re missing 40% of your tooth’s surface? Proper flossing removes plaque and food particles in places where a toothbrush just can’t reach like in between your teeth and under the gum line. Excessive plaque build-up can lead to tooth decay (cavities) and gum

Vaping has been coined as the healthier option to smoking regular cigarettes or pipes, but just because its healthier does not mean its healthy. Vaping and e-cigarette devices like the Juul are becoming increasingly popular but the research regarding the oral health implications hasn’t followed suit. How Does Vaping Effect Teeth and Gums? There is

Many people assume that once you’ve moved into your late teen years, the teeth you see are the only teeth you’ll ever get. But there’s a likely possibility that isn’t true. Your wisdom teeth can still break through your gums, or erupt, even in early adulthood. Knowing more about your wisdom teeth and how they

The main reason your breath may have an undesirable odor is because of bacteria. This is the same reason other parts of our body may smell at some point. A build up of bacteria in the mouth can be caused by many different reasons.  Some of the most common causes of bad breath are listed

According to the American Cancer Society, there are nearly 50,000 new cases of mouth, throat and tongue cancer diagnosed each year, and the average age of those diagnosed is 62. Here’s everything you need to know about spotting and preventing oral cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, there are nearly 50,000 new cases of

At Dental Made Easy, we LOVE to see you smile and we believe that healthy mouths smile more often.That’s why we’ve put together a list of our top five tips you can use to get your mouth in tip top shape. 1. Brush Regularly and Properly It is super important to brush your pearly whites

What you eat can have a huge impact on your oral health. Some foods like candy an soda are known to have a bad rep when it comes to your teeth. However, other foods, like the ones listed below, are great for your teeth and overall oral health! Ever heard of the saying, “You are