Brushing teeth is a habit that most people perform twice a day, however, not everyone’s brushing techniques are up to par. In fact, according to your dentist in East Greenbush, quite a few of you aren’t brushing teeth, as you should. Dr. J. Craig Alexander explains that while brushing teeth should be second nature to…
Read MoreWith the holidays, come social gatherings and lots of meet and greet opportunities. That time spent with family and friends means lots of communication, smiling, laughing, and talking. If you have chipped, cracked or stained teeth it is probably quite difficult to do any of those without being conscious of your teeth and gums. In…
Read MoreDieting and teeth and gums. Of course there is a connection! Yo Yo dieting and trying all kinds of diets can cause problems for your teeth and gums. Choosing the right kind of diet will shrink your waistline, but also keep your teeth and gums healthy. According to Dr. J Craig Alexander, some of the…
Read MoreIf your smile doesn’t look like it used to, call or click and schedule an appointment with your East Greenbush Dentist. Dr. J. Craig Alexander offers cosmetic dental procedures, such as teeth whitening that can give you a beautiful smile. You don’t have to be a celebrity to look great in pictures. You can bet…
Read MoreOral piercing has gone mainstream and is only becoming more popular. However, oral piercings are not great for your teeth. If you have a post or bar in your tongue or your cheek, you are asking for all sorts of problems. According to Dr. J. Craig Alexander, oral piercings can cause serious health issues including…
Read MoreIf you suffer from teeth staining and tooth discoloration, you know how much it can affect your self-esteem. According to your East Greenbush Dentist, teething staining and tooth discoloration is caused by several things that include: Food and Drink-Tea, red wine, coffee and some times of fruits and vegetables can stain your teeth. Even potatoes…
Read MoreAn oral cancer screening is a vital part of every comprehensive dental examination, and if you haven’t had one lately, it’s time to schedule an appointment with your East Greenbush Dentist, Dr. J. Craig Alexander. Having regular oral cancer screenings can catch the early signs of mouth cancer before it has a chance to progress….
Read MoreMini dental implants could be your solution for missing teeth, and if you have been considering dental implants, call or click and schedule an appointment with your dentist in East Greenbush. If you are searching for a less invasive procedure for missing teeth, mini implants may be an option. Your dentist in East Greenbush, Dr….
Read MoreObstructive Sleep Apnea could be the reason your partner isn’t getting any sleep. According to Dr. Craig Alexander, Obstructive Sleep Apnea is one of the number one reasons people can’t wake up rested and refreshed. There are two types of sleep tests for sleep apnea. A patient can choose an in lab sleep test, or…
Read MoreHaving much needed restorative dental work done is stressful enough, but what about after the procedure. The dreaded dry socket is a real condition that can be extremely painful. If you are having a tooth or multiple teeth pulled, alveolar osteitis, could affect you and your mouth. According to WebMD, five percent develop the condition…
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