Pregnancy affects nearly every aspect of your life–your lifestyle, your diet, your health, and much more! Your mouth is no exception to the changes your body may experience during pregnancy. During this special time, you’ll need to pay particular attention to your oral health for both your sake and your growing baby’s.
Pregnancy does not automatically damage your teeth. The old wives’ tale that warns a woman to expect a lost tooth for every baby is false. If the mother’s intake of calcium is inadequate during pregnancy, her bones – not her teeth – will provide the calcium her growing baby needs. This calcium loss is quickly made up after breastfeeding is stopped.
However, the demands of pregnancy can lead to particular dental problems in some women. With proper hygiene at home and professional help from your dentist, your teeth should remain healthy throughout pregnancy.
Nothing makes you realize just how important your teeth are to your day-to-day life than when one or more go missing. Suddenly, your diet is limited, certain words are difficult to say, and you find yourself thinking twice before smiling. Whether you’re missing a single tooth or all of them, the available
Pediatric Dentist Dr. Darren Tong was recognized for his contribution to the book “Leo Learns About Life” with a Writer EXPY® Award
The dental offices of Dr. LaCap and Dr. Tong in Bergenfield, NJ has earned the prestigious CMUS Talk of the Town Customer Satisfaction Award in the Dentists category. This the 8th consecutive year that their offices have won this award.
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In addition to their regular checkup, some school supplies, and maybe some new outfits, it’s vital that you take your child for a routine dental appointment. Besides an easier schedule in the summer, these regular dental checkups can prevent them from more serious dental issues that can lead to missing valuable time at school. Also, studies have shown that dental problems can dramatically decrease kids’ confidence and school performance. Thankfully, your family dentist in Bergenfield has some tips to ensure healthy smiles for the school year.
According to the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, nearly 70% of American adults aged 35 to 44 are missing one or more teeth. If you are one of these millions of Americans, chances are you have already chosen a restorative dental solution, such as dentures or a bridge, to rebuild your smile. However, 
Pregnancy affects nearly every aspect of your life–your lifestyle, your diet, your health, and much more! Your mouth is no exception to the changes your body may experience during pregnancy. During this special time, you’ll need to pay particular attention to your oral health for both your sake and your growing baby’s.