A bright, confident smile has always been associated with health, confidence, and personal success. In today’s fast-paced world, many patients are looking for quick and effective ways to enhance their appearance without waiting weeks or months to see results. That is where instant teeth whitening comes in. Whether you have an important event coming up […]
If you live in Pittsburgh and are trying to make smart decisions about your oral health, one of the first questions you may ask is simple: How much is dental insurance? The answer, however, depends on several factors including the type of plan you choose, your age, where you live, and what kind of coverage
If you are missing one or more teeth and researching your options, dental implants often come up as a long-term solution. Still, one question tends to stop people in their tracks. Do dental implants hurt? It is a fair concern, especially if you already feel uneasy about dental procedures. For patients considering care with Anthony
It’s understandable that kids would rather be playing outside or watching their favorite movie instead of doing a “boring” task like brushing their teeth. But there are ways to make brushing fun for your son or daughter, and encourage healthy oral hygiene habits early on! the doctor and our team have a few tricks that
We all remember hearing this: “Finish your milk, it’s good for your bones!” If you have kids of your own now, you may catch yourself repeating many of the things you were told growing up. Though parents occasionally exaggerate to get their kids to do certain things (such as eat veggies or behave), they’re spot-on
The third molars have long been known as your “wisdom teeth,” because they are the last teeth to erupt from the gums – usually sometime during the late teens to early twenties. This is a time in life that many consider an “age of wisdom”; hence the term, “wisdom teeth.” Extracting the third molars does
It’s a new year, and it couldn’t come fast enough for many of us! Let’s do our part to make this a better year in every way—and you can start by making this the year you quit smoking once and for all. You know that smoking is very damaging to your body. Smokers are more
Watching the clock tick down the final seconds until midnight, many of us- Anthony Maslo, DMD included- feel nostalgic about the passing year and hopeful about the new one to come. New Year’s Eve is one of the most widely celebrated holidays in the world, with over-the-top celebrations taking place in dozens of countries. The
Your trusty manual toothbrush has been with you from pre-school through high school—well, obviously not the same manual toothbrush, because that would be seriously unhygienic—but it’s the kind of toothbrush you’re used to and comfortable with. Now, though, you’re off to college, and your lifestyle will be changing. Late night study sessions complete with study
Why all the fuss about fluoride? Your dentist recommends it, your toothpaste is formulated with it, most of our drinking water contains it. Just what is it about this mineral that makes dental professionals sing its praises? Read on for three good reasons why fluoride is a healthy choice for healthier teeth. 1. Fluoride Works!