Dr. Christopher Szydelko
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Why You Shouldn't Worry About the Mercury in Your Silver Fillings
posted: Oct. 25, 2019.
Over the last century and a half millions of people have had a tooth cavity filled with “silver” amalgam. Perhaps you’re one of them. The use of this effective Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Tooth Sensitivity Could Be a Sign of Deeper Problems
posted: Oct. 15, 2019.
If you wince in pain while eating or drinking something hot or cold, you’re not alone: tooth sensitivity afflicts one in three Americans. To understand what’s possibly going on, Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
It Takes Both You and Your Hygienist to Keep Your Smile Healthy and Beautiful
posted: Oct. 05, 2019.
To have a beautiful, healthy smile you’ll need to keep those pearly whites clean and plaque-free. Good dental hygiene, though, isn’t a solo act: It’s a duet best performed Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Viggo Mortensen's Red-Carpet Smile
posted: Sep. 25, 2019.
The Golden Globes ceremony is a night when Hollywood stars shine their brightest. At the recent red-carpet event, leading man Viggo Mortensen had plenty to smile about: Green Book, Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Oral Hygiene Might Be on the Decline With the Newest Adult Generation
posted: Sep. 15, 2019.
The Millennials, those born around the turn of the Millennium in 2000, are entering adulthood. Like any generation, they have their collective promise—and problems. An example of the latter Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Manage Your Osteoporosis Medication to Avoid Jawbone Problems
posted: Sep. 05, 2019.
Around 20 million people—mostly women after menopause—take medication to slow the progress of osteoporosis, a debilitating disease that weakens bones. But although effective, some osteoporosis drugs could pose dental Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Take Steps to Ease That Burning Sensation in Your Mouth
posted: Aug. 26, 2019.
We’ve all experienced eating or drinking something hot enough to scald the inside of our mouths. But what if you regularly have a burning sensation but haven’t consumed anything Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Dr. Travis Stork: If Only I'd Worn A Mouthguard!
posted: Aug. 16, 2019.
If we could go back in time, we all probably have a few things we wish we could change. Recently, Dr. Travis Stork, emergency room physician and host of Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Don't Let Summer Heat Increase Your Risk of Dental Disease
posted: Aug. 06, 2019.
In many parts of the country, summer is often a synonym for "blast furnace" and can be downright hot and miserable. If you find yourself in such a climate, Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Adjust Your Diet to Accommodate TMD to Maximize Nutrition
posted: Jul. 27, 2019.
Eating is one of the pleasures — and necessities — of life, but people who suffer from temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) may find eating no pleasure at all — Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Not all Crowns are Alike - or Cost the Same
posted: Jul. 17, 2019.
All crowns are designed to restore functionality to a damaged tooth. But crowns can differ from one another in their appearance, in the material they’re made from, and how Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Crazy Little Thing Called... Hyperdontia?
posted: Jul. 07, 2019.
The movie Bohemian Rhapsody celebrates the iconic rock band Queen and its legendary lead vocalist, Freddie Mercury. But when we see pictures of the flamboyant singer, many fans both Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Why Smoking and Dental Implants Don't Mix
posted: Jun. 27, 2019.
With a 95-plus percent survival rate after ten years, dental implants are one of the most durable replacement restorations available. Implants can potentially last much longer than less expensive Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Quiz: Test Your Knowledge on Dentures
posted: Jun. 17, 2019.
Since as many as 26 percent of older U.S. adults have lost all their teeth, there are a large number Americans who wear full removable dentures, also known as Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Keep an Eye on Your Family's Fluoride Intake
posted: Jun. 07, 2019.
Fluoride is a critical weapon in the war against tooth decay. But this natural chemical proven to strengthen tooth enamel has also aroused suspicion over the years that it Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Sofia Vergara: 'Obsessed' With Oral Hygiene
posted: May 28, 2019.
A woman as gorgeous and funny as Sofia Vergara surely planned to be a model and actress from the get-go, right? Wrong! Sofia’s first career choice actually was to Read moreCategory: Oral Health