How to Handle a Dental Emergency

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You may be able to rattle off your evacuation plan in case of emergency, but do you know what to do in case of a dental emergency? Accidents can happen at any time, regardless if your child plays high contact sports or not. 

Be prepared for anything! Learn more about the different emergencies you may face below:

Toothache - While a toothache may not be an emergency, it can still cause your child distress. First find the root of the toothache and look for swelling or any discolorations on the tooth. Help your child floss the area and rinse with a warm salt-water solution. If your child’s face is swollen, apply a cold compress. 

Mouth abrasion (cheek, tongue, lip) - Apply pressure to the area with a gauze to control bleeding and a cold compress if there is swelling. If the bleeding cannot be controlled, contact us or visit the emergency room.

Chipped tooth - Chipped teeth can range from minor to severe fractures. If your child fractures a tooth, have them rinse with warm water and apply a cold compress to reduce swelling. Minor chips don’t always need treatment, though we may polish and smooth out the area. More severe chips can cause pain and expose nerves - contact us immediately for treatment.

Knocked out tooth - If this is a baby tooth, in most cases professional care isn’t necessary. For a permanent tooth, you’ll need to act fast. Find the tooth and hold it by the crown(top). If the tooth is not dirty or fractured, put it back in the socket and have your child bite down on gauze to hold it in place. If this proves difficult or the tooth is dirty, put it in a cup of milk and visit us immediately.

No matter what dental emergency you may experience, remember to stay calm to comfort your child. For aid with the above or general questions and concerns - we’re here to help. Please feel free to contact us at any of our 3 locations or visit us online to schedule an appointment!

Reminder: Vote For Us for Bethpage's Best of LI Competition

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Don’t forget to vote for us as the BEST Pediatric Dental Practice on Long Island! 

Voting is open through December 18th and we need YOUR help to win!  All you have to do is click on THIS link, go to our category (Pediatric Dental Practice), select us - “Adelberg & Montalvan Pediatric Dental – Multiple Locations,” and submit your vote.

You can vote once a day - each day - until December 18th! Help us win the title this year!

If you have any questions, let us know. Thanks again for all of your continuous support.

Adelberg Montalvan Pediatric Dentistry has three Long Island locations. We specialize in caring for children’s teeth in a comfortable and caring environment. Call (516) 798-1111 or visit our website to schedule an appointment. Don't forget to LIKE us on Facebook and Follow us on Twitter for updates and industry news!

Celebrate National Brush Day This Sunday!

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Don’t forget - National Brush Day is this Sunday, November 1st! And while your kids may still be going through their trick-or-treat bags, you can make the pledge to help your child brush for two minutes, twice a day, every day to limit the effects of sugar consumption on teeth.

 

We know brushing is the foundation of any good oral health routine, so brushing properly is important. See below for proper brushing techniques you can share with your kids:

• Place the toothbrush at a 45 degree angle along the gum line. Gently move the toothbrush back and forth on each tooth.
• Repeat the process brushing the inside surface of each tooth as well as the top/chewing surface of each tooth.
• Tilt the brush vertically and brush up and down to clean the inside surfaces of the front teeth.
• Once all teeth are cleaned, brush the tongue to remove any odor causing bacteria.

Have fun celebrating! If you have any questions about how to improve your child's oral health please give our offices a call. 

 

We specialize in caring for children’s teeth in a comfortable and caring environment. Call (516) 798-1111 or visit our website to schedule an appointment.

Reminder: We Offer Custom Fit Mouth Guards

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We love how these custom mouth guards came out for some of our patients! 

Remember, if your child is in need of a custom fit mouth guard, visit one of our Mouth Guard Centers - located in each of our three locations. 

Mouth guards are essential to any uniform, dramatically reducing the risk of oral injuries and concussions. Choosing a custom/dental made guard ensures the utmost protection, comfort, and unique fit for your child’s mouth.
 

At our mouth guard centers, your child will be have the opportunity to pick their own colors, whether it's their favorites or to match their school, intramural, or PAL league uniform! And for another bonus - you don’t need to be a patient of our practice to get fitted!
 

Please come by any of our 3 offices before your child’s next game to be sure they have the protection they need:

Nesconset Office 62 Lake Ave., Suite A Nesconset, NY 11767 (631) 360-7337
Massapequa Park Office 1000 F. Park Blvd. Massapequa Park, NY 11762 (516) 798-1111
West Islip Office 615 Montauk Highway, West Islip NY 11795 (631) 661-7337

Keep Tiny Teeth Top of Mind this Halloween

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When it comes to Halloween candies - not all treats are created equal. Some can even have a scary effect on tiny teeth! Keep your child’s teeth top of mind this Halloween, see below for which candies are the most frightening and which ones will make for a healthy Halloween holiday!

Items to avoid:
Gummies, caramel, sour candies or any chewy/sticky candy can easily get stuck in all the nooks and crannies of the mouth, making it hard for saliva to wash particles away - leading to tooth decay.

Better choices:
Treats like milk chocolate and snack sized packs of pretzels or crackers are better options for teeth when consumed in moderation. Since these are less sticky than the above and also are not high in acidity - they are less harmful to tiny teeth.

Best choices:
Dark chocolate - due to its antioxidant properties of preventing infections and bacteria from sticking to teeth - and sugar-free gum with xylitol are the best treat choices. Research shows that xylitol can help promote the presence of healthy bacteria that protect the teeth and fight the buildup of plaque. 

With all the treats your kids are bound to bring home, we want to remind you to allow them to snack in moderation and to always brush and rinse after consumption.

Adelberg Montalvan Pediatric Dentistry has three Long Island locations. We specialize in caring for children’s teeth in a comfortable and caring environment. Call (516) 798-1111 or visit our website to schedule an appointment. 

October is National Dental Hygiene Month

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Now in its sixth consecutive year, the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) and the Wm. Wrigley Jr. Company have teamed up for National Dental Hygiene Month to help in increasing awareness surrounding the importance of maintaining good oral health.
 

To echo these sentiments, we want to remind our patients and their families to “Do the Daily 4” - not just sometimes, but all the time.

1. Floss Daily. Flossing is specifically designed to reach all the areas of the mouth that the toothbrush may miss. Ensuring flossing is part of your daily dental care routine is important to prevent plaque buildup - which eventually can lead to tooth decay and gum disease.
2. Brush 2x a Day. Once of the single most important methods for keeping mouth monsters at bay, brushing for two minutes twice a day is necessary to maintain healthy smiles.
3. Rinse with Mouthwash. Remember, your teeth aren’t the only things in your mouth. Your tongue and gums could benefit from some care as well. Finish your oral care routine with an antiseptic mouthwash that carries the ADA Seal of Acceptance.
4. Chew Sugar-Free Gum. Chewing sugar-free gum after eating is a fun way to help keep teeth healthy. Since chewing stimulates salivary glands and the flavors in sugar-free gum increase the quantity of saliva in the mouth, this ultimately helps in cleaning food particles and neutralizing plaque acids on teeth.

Maintaining good dental care habits not only benefits oral health but can improve your general health as well. Join us in celebrating National Dental Hygiene Month, give us a call to schedule an appointment today.

 

Adelberg Montalvan Pediatric Dentistry has three Long Island locations. We specialize in caring for children’s teeth in a comfortable and caring environment. Call (516) 798-1111 or visit our website to schedule an appointment. Don't forget to LIKE us on Facebook and Follow us on Twitter for updates and industry news!

Adelberg Montalvan Has Gone PINK for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

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As you may know, October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and in honor of the survivors, fighters, and those affected by breast cancer, we have again gone PINK at all of our locations.

We are proud to announce our offices are gloving up and joining the fight against breast cancer! We will be using pink products to raise money for finding a cure to this terrible disease.  

It is said that roughly 1 in 8 women in the US will develop breast cancer in their lifetime. While early detection (regular self examinations and yearly mammograms for women over 40) is key for reducing breast cancer mortality - studies have also shown that taking care of your teeth and gums could decrease your breast cancer risk.

In general, gum disease causes inflammation, a marker for generalized ill-health. The inflammation is due to bacteria that forms plaque on the gums and teeth. This same bacteria can result in the Epstein-Barr virus and cytomegatocirus - both of which can suppress the body’s immune system, contributing to the incidence of breast cancer. This is why regular dental visits are important to monitor the health and condition of your teeth and gums.

Adelberg Montalvan Pediatric Dentistry has three Long Island locations. We specialize in caring for children’s teeth in a comfortable and caring environment. Call (516) 798-1111 or visit our website to schedule an appointment. Don't forget to LIKE us on Facebook and Follow us on Twitter for updates and industry news!