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I’m on a diet and getting MORE cavities!
posted: Oct. 12, 2021.

Health gurus rave about replacing unhealthy food choices with healthy ones in your diet. If you want to maintain your beautiful smile as well as your waistline, choose foods that Read more
Year-End Insurance Reminder
posted: Oct. 05, 2021.

the doctor, as well as our team at Donato Valente, DDS, PC, would like to give those patients with flex spend, health savings, or insurance benefits a friendly end of Read more
How do I pick the right toothpaste for my needs?
posted: Sep. 28, 2021.

With so many toothpastes available in so many price ranges, it can be difficult to be sure you are selecting the right one for your needs. You need a product Read more
Dental X-Rays: Are They Safe?
posted: Sep. 21, 2021.

X-rays have been a function of dental healthcare for a long time. That in and of itself should be good news, because it means we've had plenty of time to Read more
Common Emergency Visits: From lost fillings to broken dentures
posted: Sep. 14, 2021.

You never know when you're going to experience a dental emergency, but if you do, it should give you peace of mind to know that emergency dental care is available Read more
What was your favorite part of summer?
posted: Sep. 07, 2021.

It's the end of summer, and fall is just around the corner. Soon the temperatures will cool down, the leaves will start to change, and the doctor and our team Read more
Happy Labor Day!
posted: Aug. 31, 2021.

Labor Day is upon us, and that means the non-official end to summer. Before the kids head back to school and temperatures start to cool down, this is your last Read more
Does smoking affect oral health?
posted: Aug. 24, 2021.

By now, everyone knows that smoking is bad for you. But the truth is its broad-reaching health effects are not all known by everyone. This is especially true of oral Read more
What Is an Implant Restoration?
posted: Aug. 24, 2021.

Restorative dental procedures such as implant restorations help replace diseased or damaged teeth to restore your oral function. Your prosthodontist, Dr. Donato Valente offers implant restorations in Yorktown Heights, NY, Read more
How to Choose the Best Mouthwash
posted: Aug. 17, 2021.

As we all know, or should by now, the key to maintaining great oral health is keeping up with a daily plan of flossing, brushing, and using mouthwash. These three Read more
Foods can Wreak Havoc on Your Enamel
posted: Aug. 10, 2021.

It’s possible to develop tooth decay even when you take great care of your teeth. Brushing and flossing may not be enough to keep your teeth healthy, depending on your Read more
Questions on Dental Implants? We’ve Got You Covered.
posted: Aug. 03, 2021.

Whether you’ve lost a tooth from decay, are preparing for dentures, or were born with a gap where a tooth should have been, you could be a candidate for dental Read more
Aging and Oral Health
posted: Jul. 27, 2021.

As you age, it becomes even more important to take good care of your teeth and dental health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately one-fourth of Read more
What did the first dentures look like?
posted: Jul. 20, 2021.

Remember hearing about George Washington and his wooden choppers? Not his tools for cutting down cherry trees, but his false teeth. Actually, George’s teeth were made of ivory but were so Read more
You broke your tooth; now what?
posted: Jul. 13, 2021.

You may have bitten down on a hard food or object, or perhaps you had a cavity that weakened your tooth. Either way, your tooth is now broken, and the Read more
Tell us about your summer!
posted: Jul. 06, 2021.

The dog days of summer are upon us, and what better time for the doctor and our team to ask our patients about their summer! Whether you visited our nation’s capital, Read more