Q. Why are some children’s teeth have a brownish or greenish hue. What caused this and what can be done about it? A. Children’s permanent teeth often are surroundedby a soft tissue membrane called Nasmyth’s Membrane (named after Alexander Nasmyth, a Scottish dental surgeon in London who died in 1847). As the teeth erupt, remnants […]
Q. I would like to have my teeth whitened. There are so many products and ads for whiteners that it is hard to decide which is best. What do you recommend? There are several products and techniques available, which I recommend. The various over the counter products give the least predictable results and may cause […]
Q. What’s the difference? What are they made of? A. The word “cap” as used in dentistry refers to a crown, made by a dental laboratory which covers the outside of your tooth. Crowns come in a variety of forms. They are made out of a metal, usually gold, or porcelain, or a combination of […]
Q. There are so many different toothbrushes on the market today. How do I know which one is the right one for me? A. The brand of the toothbrush is not nearly as critical as the type of bristle and how frequently you replace your brush. We recommend only a soft bristled brush. The soft […]
Q. My boyfriend thinks it would be neat if I got my tongue pierced. What can you tell me about this? I am a little concerned about whether it would be safe. I do have pierced ears and have not had any trouble with that. A. In four words, PLEASE DON”T DO IT! I have […]
Q. I cannot stand the shots. I think I have a new cavity but am reluctant to call a dentist . What can I do? I don’t want a toothache and certainly don’t want to lose my tooth. A. Dr. Ernoff and his hygiene staff are very skilled when it comes to giving painless injection. […]
