by Gary Horblitt | May 26, 2023 | Patient Education
Dentistry has eight specialties recognized by the national governing agency the American Dental Association. One of these specialties is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon (OMS). Maxillofacial prosthodontics is a specialty of OMS, trained to handle not only normal...
by Gary Horblitt | May 19, 2023 | Patient Education
Isn’t Fairfield a great place to live? Our charming town was named one of Money Magazine’s best places to live and for good reasons. With a variety of popular restaurants, retailers, beautiful beaches, and our Audobon nature preserve, Fairfield has it all. Sadly, some...
by Gary Horblitt | May 12, 2023 | Patient Education
A dental bridge is a dental prosthesis that replaces missing teeth. This particular restoration can only replace one or more missing teeth in a row. Typically, dentists keep the bridge secure in the mouth with the help of neighboring teeth or dental implants. This...
by Gary Horblitt | May 5, 2023 | Patient Education
As the seasons change, you may be preparing for colder weather. Winter tires? Check. Warm clothes? Check. Cold-weather oral health care? Hmm…maybe not so much. Luckily, our Fairfield dentist can help you prepare for colder weather with some easy winter oral health...
by Gary Horblitt | Apr 28, 2023 | Patient Education
Do you have severely damaged teeth or a large number of missing teeth? If so, you may be a candidate for full mouth reconstruction. This fully customized treatment consists of several dental procedures chosen specifically to meet your needs. As a maxillofacial...
by Gary Horblitt | Apr 21, 2023 | Patient Education
Oral cancer is a type of disease that affects the tissues in the mouth or throat. These tissues can include the lips, tongue, cheeks, gums, roof, and floor of the mouth. Like most cancers, oral cancer is best treated when detected early, but it can be difficult to...