Halitosis is a common condition that 25 percent of the population is affected by. With a quarter of the population being affected by halitosis it is important to understand what it is and how to best treat it. Our doctor, Dr. Anthony Shaia, understands the common causes of halitosis and is happy to help you. Even more so, our team... read more »
Are you tired of stringy floss? If so, try a water flosser. No matter what kind of floss you use, the critical thing to remember is to keep flossing. Our dentist, Dr. Anthony Shaia with Shaia Dental Care in Middleburg Heights, Ohio, is happy to talk to you about the importance of flossing and why water flossers may be ideal... read more »
Have you heard that when you’re fitted for a dental crown, it usually takes at least two appointments? Oral crowns need to be very strong, so forming them takes some time. Find out more about the second visit associated with dental crowns by reading on. After your primary fitting visit, we will mail your dental impression to a dental laboratory... read more »
It’s OK to overeat occasionally; however, if you overeat more often, it can harm your health and your smile. This is why our dentist, Dr. Anthony Shaia, encourages you to try and avoid overeating as much as possible. Overeating exposes your teeth to decay-causing and erosion-causing substances for long periods of time. So, please use our tips to stop overeating.... read more »
Your toothpaste can help you achieve your smile goals. However, if you don’t use the right toothpaste, it can fail to produce the results you desire, especially because there are toothpaste brands that claim they are beneficial when they are not. To help you avoid using the wrong toothpaste, Dr. Anthony Shaia and our dental team have some tips for... read more »
One of the most prevalent diseases in the country is gum disease. It’s often a result of people ignoring their gum health, which leads to all sorts of nasty oral health problems. Ignoring your gum health is a surefire way to invite gum disease into your life. So let’s look at a few of the reasons you shouldn’t ignore gum... read more »
When you think of ways to make sure that your teeth are healthy, what most commonly comes to mind? If you said brushing, flossing, and mouthwash use, then you’re like quite a few other adults. However, there’s one popular product you can use that’s actually great for your oral health – chewing gum. What’s so good about gum? Chewing gum... read more »
Did you know there are many benefits when it comes to choosing dental veneers? Well, it’s true! Dental veneers offer a wide variety of benefits, which is why it has become so popular among cosmetic dentistry. Thanks to the magic of dental veneers, you can now have the flawless smile you always dreamed of. Our team here at Shaia Dental... read more »
Never give up on your oral hygiene. Even as the fall flowers and sugar skies tower towards us to trick our teeth with tempting treats and delicious sweets for Thanksgiving and beyond, we must stand fast to our daily routines. It is important to keep up our brushing and flossing, as well as keep track of the food and drinks... read more »
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that over 40 million Americans use tobacco products in some form on a regular basis. While many people are aware of the threats posed to circulatory and respiratory health posed by tobacco use, the short and long-term threats to oral health can be just as serious. Tobacco use tends to create pervasive... read more »