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Jackson Ave Dental Blog
Our dentists in Long Island City have created this resource on how to take care of your teeth just for our patients. Perhaps it answers your question about one of our dental services?
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Sodium Hydroxide in Toothpaste: Benefits & Safety
The primary purpose of Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH) as a toothpaste ingredient is to adjust the pH of the paste by making it more basic. It...
David Chen, DDS
Dec 20, 20234 min read
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Tricalcium Phosphate in Toothpaste: Benefits & Safety
The toothpaste ingredient, tricalcium phosphate is primarily used as a tooth remineralization agent although it does have a couple of...
David Chen, DDS
Dec 14, 20235 min read
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How To Use Anbesol For a Toothache
The instructions for how to use anbesol is on the label of the product but it leaves much to be desired. There is not only a more...
David Chen, DDS
Sep 5, 20225 min read
7,520 views
What is The Best Toothpaste For Receding Gums?
In order to determine the best toothpaste for receding gums, we need to understand what causes gum recession and the symptoms that result...
David Chen, DDS
Jun 28, 20224 min read
12,597 views
The One WHITENING TOOTHPASTE to Rule Them All
There are more whitening toothpastes than there are flavors of Coca-Cola but which one is the best toothpaste for whitening, the one to...
David Chen, DDS
Jun 28, 20227 min read
4,768 views
Guide for How to Use Every Type of Mouthwash
Are you rinsing your mouth out properly because there are guidelines to follow such as how to do it but depending on which mouthwash...
David Chen, DDS
Jun 10, 20226 min read
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How Long Does ORAJEL Last: The Truth
Orajel can be purchased over the counter at any pharmacy but how long does it last for a toothache? Does it only work for mild toothaches...
David Chen, DDS
May 24, 20225 min read
20,205 views
Is Whitening Toothpaste Bad For Your Teeth?
Teeth whitening makes your teeth really sensitive and you're not suppose to use it everyday but is that the same for whitening...
David Chen, DDS
May 2, 20223 min read
4,901 views
4 Things You Should Know About Dental Floss With Fluoride
Table of Contents: Is there dental floss with fluoride? Which floss has fluoride? Do floss picks have fluoride? Do all floss have...
David Chen, DDS
Apr 22, 20223 min read
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What Is Superfloss?
Table of Contents: What is superfloss? How do you use superfloss? Should you buy it? Is it a replacement for regular floss? What is...
David Chen, DDS
Apr 20, 20223 min read
1,710 views
Xylitol Toothpaste - Can Xylitol Reverse Cavities?
You know it's in chewing gum but now it's in toothpaste? What is it supposed to do, fight cavities or make you want to brush more? Table...
David Chen, DDS
Apr 10, 20225 min read
1,479 views
Hydroxyapatite toothpaste vs Fluoride
Are you worried about the dangers of fluoridated toothpaste and looking for an alternative? This is your guide to remineralization and...
David Chen, DDS
Apr 1, 20229 min read
4,533 views
Are teeth whitening strips bad for you?
A noticeable negative side effect of teeth whitening strips is teeth sensitivity. However the whitening strips are relatively safe...
David Chen, DDS
Mar 23, 20225 min read
1,860 views
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