Charcoal is all the rage. Is it good for our teeth?

Activated charcoal is a beauty and health trend ingredient that has found its way into everything from ice cream to toothpaste. My brother, who lives in Brooklyn, has been brushing his teeth with powdered activated charcoal. As an effective ingredient in oral care, I have my doubts. The Journal of the American Dental Association recently … Continued

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Be Our Valentine! FREE NEW PATIENT EXAM!

Do you know someone who is looking for a dentist? Pass this sweet information along to them! Are you currently a patient who has been hoping to whiten your teeth? Well, you can confidently smile at your honey this Valentine’s Day because we have a sweet deal for you, too! As an new patient, book … Continued

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Its Mouthguard Season!

With fall sports season comes the need for custom-fitted mouthguards! Here at Richards Frankel Dentistry we can make you and your children custom fitting mouthguards that optimize facial protection when playing contact sports. Over-the-counter mouthguards provide significantly LESS protection than do custom-fitted mouthguards.   Why wear a mouthguard? Mouthguards help you avoid injuries to the … Continued

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Our littlest patients love to brush!!

Just a reminder to make sure your kids begin practicing good oral hygiene habits from a young age! Our littlest patients love to brush! Don’t put your children to sleep with a bottle of milk or juice. The liquid can stay in their mouth after they fall asleep and cause tooth decay. Wipe your child’s … Continued

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