Is there a correlation between my dental and cardiovascular health?
posted: Sep. 10, 2024. YES! Studies have shown a correlation between gum disease and heart disease, underscoring the importance of good oral health care. Cardiovascular disease remains American’s leading killer, claiming more lives than the rest of major causes of death, according to our friends at the American Heart Association. In fact, an estimated 80 […]
Pediatric Dental Emergency Know-How
posted: Sep. 17, 2024. Parents are usually expert at taking care of their children’s injuries. You know how to disinfect a cut, soothe a bump on the head, and apply a bandage faster than you can blink. But what happens if your child suffers a dental injury? Teeth can get broken, knocked out, or displaced […]
Sealants: What are they and how do they help?
posted: Sep. 24, 2024. Molars are made up of canyons, caves, pits, and seemingly endless caverns that are a breeding ground for decay. The protective solution is a sealant. When done correctly, a sealant from the doctor of Kulick Dental can be most effective in preventing cavities. A sealant is made up of composite (a […]
Fall’s in the Air? Think Fall Dental Care
posted: Oct. 01, 2024. Whether you already miss the sun’s bright rays, or can’t wait for some cool, crisp weather and colorful leaves, summer is making way for fall. And the change of seasons might mean it’s time for some adjustments to your dental care routine. Fall’s in the Air, and You Can Feel It […]
Should I have TMD treated? Why?
posted: Oct. 08, 2024. TMD occurs when your bite is not properly aligned. It can cause the jaw to experience unnatural stresses and prevent it from resting properly when your mouth is closed. If you have TMD, you may have noticed a clicking noise when you chew, speak, or yawn; you may even experience pain […]
Shark Teeth
posted: Oct. 15, 2024. It seems like sharks are everywhere these days—on land, sea, and air(waves). A halftime show meme gone viral. A week of summer TV devoted to our favorite apex predators. And who doesn’t have “Baby Shark” playing in their heads all day once they’ve heard it? But are we jumping the shark […]
Good Oral Health Habits When You’re Pregnant
posted: Oct. 22, 2024. the doctor and our team at Kulick Dental will tell you that good oral health habits when you are pregnant are very important. A plaque or infectious buildup can affect the baby in gestation, and cause some unforeseen issues during birth. There are a few steps relating to oral health that […]
Five Things You Should Never Do With Your Toothbrush
posted: Oct. 29, 2024. When’s the last time you gave your toothbrush any serious thought? Sure, you use it every day (and ideally twice), and you know that with a dollop of toothpaste it waxes up your pearly whites nicely, not to mention preventing bacteria, plaque, and inflammation. But what are the things you should […]
National Brush Day
posted: Nov. 05, 2024. October 31—Halloween. Fourth Thursday in November—Thanksgiving. And, in between these two favorite autumn holidays, we have November 1—National Brush Day! Okay, okay. Maybe National Brush Day isn’t quite as well-known as Halloween or Thanksgiving, but we take any opportunity to celebrate your dental health. So, let’s celebrate brushing! After all, brushing […]
Losing a Baby Tooth
posted: Nov. 12, 2024. It seems like yesterday. There you were, comforting your baby through sleepless nights, soothing her with a dentist-approved teether, celebrating as that first tiny tooth poked through her gums. And now here she is running to show you that same tooth, wiggly, loose, and almost ready for the Tooth Fairy. Now […]