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We dentists often get asked “DO I REALLY NEED TO SEE A DENTIST?” YES. There are reasons that you may or may not know: Avoid Major Dental Work With regular checkups, we dentists can spot early signs of decay at a stage when the damage can sometimes be reversed, which means you’ll avoid the dreaded drill. The … New Year-New You
Fixing a Gummy Smile- What are my options? Patients often ask if veneers or braces are the right option for them to correct a “gummy smile.” When you come into our office for an initial consultation, Dr. Cirka and Dr. Meier will evaluate your smile and see how to best achieve perfection. Many times when … Fixing a Gummy Smile- What are my options?
Right VS. Wrong Brushing Improper brushing is more common than most would think. Brushing your teeth may sound like a simple task, but doing so improperly could lead into problems regarding your oral health. Your mouth has more germs in it than the number of people on this planet. “A common misunderstanding is that just … Right VS. Wrong Brushing
Is Invisalign the Right Cosmetic Solution for You? As part of your free cosmetic consultation, Dr. Cirka and Dr. Meier will evaluate your teeth to find out if clear aligner therapy through Invisalign is the right solution for you. As premier providers in the greater Philadelphia area, Dr. Cirka and Dr. Meier are leaders in … Is Invisalign the Right Cosmetic Solution for You?
Are You a Victim of Bad Morning Breath? Ever wonder why you may wake up with the worst morning breath? Here’s why: When we sleep, your mouth dries out which is why your breath can worsen in the morning. Morning breath, or Halitosis, isn’t the best way to start out your day. “While asleep saliva … Are You a Victim of Bad Morning Breath?
10 Causes for Tooth Sensitivity Are your teeth ever causing you pain due to sensitivity? There can be many causes from different foods you’re consuming or the type of toothpaste you’re using. Fear not- you do not have to put up with the pain!
Healthy Heart from Healthy Teeth? Did you know that oral health habits can lead to keeping your heart healthier as well? Research has found many links to the state or your heart and the state of your mouth. It’s found that those who currently have gum disease, or periodontitis, are 2x more likely at risk for … Healthy Heart from Healthy Teeth?
Dieting for Your Teeth The food you eat doesn’t only affect your hips! What you put in your mouth can determine just how healthy your teeth and gums are as well as prevent gum disease. While a healthy diet of various vegetables, fruits, whole grains, unsaturated fats and lean proteins help your health overall, there … Dieting for Your Teeth
Philadelphia Dentistry – Ken Cirka DMD PC Receives 2015 Best of Philadelphia Award Philadelphia Award Program Honors the Achievement PHILADELPHIA July 22, 2015 — Philadelphia Dentistry – Ken Cirka DMD PC has been selected for the 2015 Best of Philadelphia Award in the Cosmetic Dentistry category by the Philadelphia Award Program.
Electric vs. Manual- Which is Better? With everything this day and age moving towards electronic, are they really worth the extra expense? Benefits of Manual “Usually an electric toothbrush like an Oral-B electric or a Sonicare toothbrush is highly recommended by me. Let the brush do the work and healthier teeth and gums will result … Electric vs. Manual- Which is Better?
Tobacco Vs. Teeth- How Smoking Affects Not Just Your Overall Health It is no secret that tobacco usage harms ones overall health but have you really considered how it can harm your oral health? A number of health problems can arise due to smoking from discoloration of teeth, gum disease and even cancer in the mouth.
How Oral Hygiene Affects Your Overall Health Taking care of your gums and teeth not only affects your oral hygiene but your long-term health. Not maintaining your oral health can do more harm then just having bad breath. Overlooking oral hygiene can result in various forms of health complications such from gum disease to even oral cancer! Studies … How Oral Hygiene Affects Your Overall Health