Many people spend their entire lives going to the dentist without fully understanding what the purpose of getting an x-ray, something usually reserved for looking at broken bones, has when it comes to caring for your teeth. At Dental Associates of Delaware we are dedicated to not only treating patients with premier dental care, but also in…
Dental Associates of Delaware is proud to offer a wide range of treatments at our dental offices in Brandywine, Hockessin, Middletown, Newark, Wilmington, Millsboro, and Pediatric office in Newark, DE. Our treatments include teeth whitening, Invisalign®, dental implants and, the focus of this article, dental sealants. Dental Associates of Delaware is committed to providing complete…
Dental Associates of Delaware is beyond excited to announce that all seven of our locations will be drop-off centers for the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program! At Dental Associates of Delaware we are so proud to be a part of the Brandywine, Hockessin, Middletown, Newark, Wilmington, and Millsboro, areas and are always…
Tooth Friendly Halloween Tips! It is that time of year again where the ghosts and ghouls come out! Fall means leaves changing colors, colder weather and pumpkin spice lattes, but it also means it’s Halloween prep time. Your children have probably already begun picking out their costumes and dreaming about all the free candy. Though…
Having a great smile is important for many different reasons. For some, it is about first impressions and confidence; for others, aesthetic or function. Now there are more options than ever to treat conditions that may be preventing patients from reaching their full smile potential. Cosmetic dentistry addresses aesthetic issues people experience with their smiles. These…
Do you still have bad breath after you brush your teeth? Does it seem like your gums easily bleed? Do your teeth feel loose? These are only a few of the questions your dentist at Dental Associates of Delaware may ask you during your comprehensive dental examination to check your periodontal, which literally means “around…
While most of us know that it is very important to brush and floss our teeth regularly, flossing is something that many people neglect to do each day for a variety of reasons. Some people say flossing takes too long and others think it’s not really necessary because they brush their teeth several times each…
Tooth Healthy Tips From Your Dentists in Brandywine, Hockessin, Middletown, Newark, Wilmington, Millsboro, and Pediatric Dentist in Newark, DE Summer is on, which means a time to chill out, relax, and enjoy the flavor of the moment – but for many people, it also means sitting down and sipping “refreshing” soft drinks and sports drinks.…
Dry mouth is a common condition seen at the Dental Associates of Delaware offices, and is caused by a diminished production of saliva. The medical term for dry mouth is xerostomia. Everyone experiences dry mouth on occasion and is most likely to happen when you’re feeling nervous or while under stress. However, dry mouth that…
Gum disease is the soreness, swelling or infection of the tissues supporting the teeth. Gum disease, or periodontal disease as it’s also called, is mainly caused by plaque – the sticky, colorless film that is always forming on the surface of the teeth. The bacteria in your mouth feed on plaque and produce toxic byproducts…