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How Much Water is Enough for You and Your Family?

Did you know that water is one of the most important factors of our daily diet and makes up 60% of your body weight? At Honig Orthodontics we understand that every organ in your body is dependent on water so it can flush out toxins and carry food to your body cells and thought this was a good

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Common Question Asked During Orthodontic Treatment…

Is it what can I eat? How do I brush? No… When do I get my braces off? While most patients are always eager to start treatment, they are even more eager to get them off. Even though each patient is given an estimated treatment time wearing braces when they start, patients always hope we can wave our

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Finding White Spots on Your Teeth?

Chalky, opaque-looking white spots on the teeth are not uncommon today. Maybe you have them or perhaps you’ve seen them on the teeth of friends or family. Many things can cause white spots on the teeth. They can be a factor of nutrition, genetics, an excess of fluoride intake at a young age, or poor oral hygiene. When

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What Causes Sensitive Teeth?

Are you experiencing tooth sensitivity? Hot or cold temperatures, sweet or sour foods and drinks, and deep cavities or fillings often trigger this problem. Sensitivity is a common dilemma and an estimated 45 million Americans are victims! If you are undergoing orthodontic treatment, sensitivity is also not at all uncommon. Sensitive teeth normally occurs when the enamel on

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Are Dairy Products Good for Your Teeth?

As kids we all remember hearing our parents or grandparents remind us that dairy products help build strong bones and teeth. But did you also know that milk and dairy products in general help can assist in improving your oral health and lowering your risk for gum disease? A Winning Combination: Nutrition and Dental Health Brushing and flossing

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Mouth Guards Should be Worn When Playing Sports To Protect Your Teeth

64-Mouth-Guards – Worth Their Weight in Gold You may not realize it but mouth guards are worth their weight in gold. If you think about it, the use of mouth-guards and the reasons for using them isn’t that far removed from orthodontic technology and the principals at Honig Orthodontics we employ to create a beautiful and healthy smile

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Keep Those Old Toothbrushes For Other Uses

Well, the jury is still out on whether or not “April Showers Bring May Flowers” but we can tell you one thing that IS true: your old dental products are more valuable than you think when you are bored on a rainy day! At Honig Orthodontics, we recommend you replace your toothbrush approximately every three months or sooner

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Your Childrens’ Teeth…They Matter

Baby teeth, milk teeth, temporary teeth, deciduous teeth, or primary teeth or whatever you want to call them, the first set of teeth that erupt is just as important as the permanent teeth. Maintaining good oral health from the beginning is very important to a child’s long term dental health throughout life.

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SPLINTS ARE FOR MORE THAN JUST BROKEN BONES IN NEWARK AND MIDDLETOWN DE….

Dental or Orthodontic Splints are devices that are used when patients suffer from certain types of dental problems. These problems include TMJ or TemporoMandibular Joint disorder, common snoring, sleep apnea, and teeth grinding (bruxism). In orthodontics, a “splint” is designed to fit on top of the upper or lower teeth. Treatment varies based on each patient’s individualize needs

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