Root Canal is a term that makes most people cringe with fear. In fact, some will actually get out of the dentist’s chair and head for the door if those two seemingly innocent little words are uttered, but patients of the best Dentist in East Greenbush, Dr. J. Craig Alexander have nothing to fear. According…

Dental Bonding is a procedure that is relatively inexpensive and will turn your frown upside down. According to Colgate, Dental Bonding is a technique that can take care of that gap between your front teeth. Dental Bonding can also repair a crack or chipped tooth and make your teeth appear longer or shorter. Dental Bonding…

Oral piercings are considered fashionable and trendy, but if you are considering lip, check, tongue, or uvula, yes, uvula, piercings, talk to your dentist as there are some health risks that you should be aware of. According to the American Dental Association, Oral Piercing can cause infection, prolonged bleeding, pain and swelling, gum disease and…

If you have had the urge to quit smoking, but haven’t had the willpower, perhaps a trip to your dentist office will convince you. According to your dentist in East Greenbush, smoking cigarettes, cigars, pipes, yes, even Hookah Pipes, and smokeless tobacco products can cause serious problems for your teeth and gums. Web MD will…

Plaque is caused by poor dental hygiene and can eventually lead to tartar, which must be removed by a dentist or a dental hygienist. If you do not brush twice and floss once a day, you will be more prone to dental cavities or dental caries. Not all dental cavities are created equal, in fact,…

Having a dentist that you can trust is just as important as a good family physician, and if you want to keep your families teeth healthy, but need to find a new dentist, don’t have panic. Thanks to the wonders of the World Wide Web, you can find the perfect dentist who specializes in your…

You do not have to deal with crooked teeth, especially if you schedule an appointment with a Cosmetic Dentist in East Greenbush. Talk to Dr. J. Craig Alexander who can help you fix that chipped front tooth or close the gap between your teeth with affordable Dental Veneers. Ten years ago, Dental Veneers were reserved…

Spring has sprung and that means outdoor recreational activities and organized sports will be on everyone’s mind, but according to most dentists, helmets and pads are not the only equipment that you should consider if you and your kids will be participating in recreational or organized sports this season. The American Dental Association says that…

If you have a mouth full of fillings that you have had for years, it could be time to schedule an appointment with your Dentist in East Greenbush. Dr. Craig Alexander will tell you that fillings will not last forever. In fact, you could have badly decayed teeth underneath your fillings and not even be…