TEETHING CAN BE upsetting for babies and their parents alike! We’re here to help with a few simple teething tips: 1. Learn to spot signs of teething. Typically around the six-month mark, the first teeth …
For Healthy Teeth’s Sake, Stop Chewing Ice!
THERE’S A GOOD REASON dental health professionals warn their patients not to chew ice. This habit can cause serious and permanent damage to teeth and gums, so what makes it so addicting in spite of …
Why Should I Get 2 Annual Checkups With My Morristown Dentist?
Regular visits to your dentist, ideally two annual checkups, are crucial for maintaining optimal oral health. Understanding the importance of these visits, especially twice a year, can lead to better dental health, prevent unexpected dental …
Childhood Tooth Injuries Are Preventable!
MINIMIZING THE RISK of childhood tooth injuries starts with knowing the most common causes of those injuries. Babies and toddlers are most likely to injure themselves by slipping in the bathtub. Non-slip mats are a …
Oral Cancer Screenings Should Be a Priority!
THE AMERICAN CANCER Society estimates that there will be over 54,000 new oral cancer cases just in 2024. In recent decades, the survival rate of these cancers has risen considerably, and early detection is a …
Invisalign Versus Braces: Which Option Is Best for Me?
The question in the title, Invisalign or traditional braces, is one we hear a lot within the walls of Rangel Dental, a practice led by the accomplished duo of Dr. Lisa Rangel and Dr. Meha …
What Do Different Cultures Do With Baby Teeth?
WE DENTAL HEALTH professionals tend to be big fans of the Tooth Fairy. We can remember leaving a baby tooth under the pillow and looking forward to finding a nice reward the next morning. Other …
Learn About Three Dentistry Heroines
WOMEN FACED AN uphill battle establishing themselves in many career fields, dentistry included. That’s why, for Women’s History Month, we’re celebrating three pioneers for women in dentistry. Lucy Hobbs Taylor Lucy Hobbs Taylor, born 1833, …
Developing 7 Healthy Dental Habits With Your New Jersey Dentist
Maintaining optimal oral health is not just about visiting the dentist regularly; it’s also about cultivating healthy dental habits in your daily routine. At Rangel Dental in Morristown, New Jersey, we believe in empowering our …
Tips for Teaching Kids to Floss
ON THE LONG list of things parents need to teach their kids in childhood is proper flossing, but plenty of adults don’t know the best techniques themselves! We’re here to help. Daily flossing should be …