If you experience headaches regularly, or frequently have a sore jaw, what should you do? While visiting your doctor may seem like an obvious solution, would you be surprised to learn that our team may be able to help as well? You see, consistent jaw pain could be a symptom of TMJ disorder. Untreated TMJ disorder can lead to a... read more »

You may think biting your nails only affects your nails, but did you know that chewing your nails can actually damage your teeth? Fortunately, your nails can grow back, but the damage to your teeth may need professional help before it can be reversed. Your nails are the dirtiest part of your hands and are actually one of the dirtiest... read more »

In life, when we find ourselves in a perilous situation, and traversing through the madness seems like a bad idea, we can easily bypass the hazard with a bridge. Similarly, when we are missing permanent teeth, the gap left in our mouths can create all sorts of havoc. We can choose to fight through the hazard, and just live with... read more »

Gum recession in Bronx, New York, is a painful and irritating dental issue that can take the beauty away from your smile. It occurs when your gums move away from your teeth and expose your tooth roots. This is dangerous because it can create pockets that harbor infection and it can also cause tooth sensitivity. So, it’s best to prevent... read more »

You probably know that going to bed early and still waking up exhausted tends to happen to everyone, but did you know that if this happens to you consistently, you could be suffering from sleep apnea? Sadly, if you have sleep apnea you could have to cope with a number of serious issues. You see, if you have sleep apnea,... read more »

Were you aware that your tooth enamel is harder than your bones? However, there are still times when a fall or blow to the face can badly chip or fracture one of your teeth. This is even more likely if you grind your teeth at night. Even if the damaged enamel doesn’t cause pain, you should still have our dentist, Dr.... read more »

At Kirti Tewari Dental PC in Bronx, New York, Dr. Kirti Tewari offers oral retainers to keep your smile aligned after your braces are removed. Today we will talk just a little bit about Hawley retainers. Dr. Kirti Tewari commonly prescribes a Hawley retainer for people who have just had their braces removed. This is a thin piece of acrylic... read more »