“What is the strongest substance in the body?” If this question comes up on trivia night, be prepared to impress your team when you confidently answer, “Tooth enamel!” Tooth enamel? The reason for this surprising answer lies in the biology of our teeth. Minerals make up well over 90% of our enamel, a much higher…
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A root canal entails the removal of the nerve supply from a tooth. If you know the purpose of a root canal, the process may seem a little less intimidating. Dr. DeCasperis will explain the steps in person before your scheduled root canal. Here are some reasons why you may need one and how it…
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Dr. DeCasperis and our team at Dr. Steven DeCasperis, DMD believe everyone’s smile should be a something they can be proud of. Most of us aren’t born with naturally perfect teeth, though, so it’s fortunate that cosmetic dentistry and veneers make it possible to achieve the smile of your dreams! Dental veneers are a great…
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Does your list of New Year’s resolutions for the coming months include reducing your ecological footprint? If so, let’s ring in the year with some basic—and some innovative—dental ideas to help you meet your goal. Conserve Water This is probably the easiest –and most cost effective!—item on our list. If you leave the water running…
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