Does flossing hurt your gums?
Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 31, 2026.

Ideally, it should never hurt when you floss your teeth. But if you haven’t flossed in a long while or don’t do it regularly, you may experience sore or bleeding Read more
Do you suffer from sleep apnea?
Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 24, 2026.

At Matturro Dental, we know our patients love a good amount of rest each night in order to be energized for the day and week ahead. After all, without enough Read more
Dental Adulting
Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 17, 2026.

Now that you’re entering the working world, or heading off to college, or pursuing any of the many adventures awaiting you in adult life, you’re ready to take on more Read more
What to do about Dry Mouth
Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 10, 2026.

Xerostomia, commonly known as dry mouth, is a condition in which the salivary glands in the mouth don’t produce enough saliva. Saliva keeps the mouth moist and cleanses it of Read more
Does Your Child Need Endodontic Treatment?
Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 03, 2026.

Baby teeth come with a built-in expiration date. That charming first smile is meant to make way for a healthy, beautiful adult smile. Unfortunately, before they are ready to make Read more
Three Must-Have Dental Treatments
Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 24, 2026.

There are numerous options for dental treatments out there, so how do you choose which are right for you? Our experts at Matturro Dental have handpicked the three must-have procedures Read more
Cleaning Your Baby’s Teeth
Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 17, 2026.

In the eyes of most parents, nothing is cuter than their baby’s smile. Did you know your little one’s smile (that is, his or her oral health) actually plays a Read more
Choose Chocolate on Valentine's Day
Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 10, 2026.

From a student handing out sweets for her classmates to an older married couple exchanging boxes of candy, Valentine’s Day is the time of year when people like to show Read more
Just What Is a Cavity, Anyway?
Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 03, 2026.

So you might be wondering, just what are cavities? How do we get them? What do they do to our teeth? How can we prevent them? Let’s talk! Our teeth need Read more
Symptoms That Could Mean You Need a Root Canal
Author: Anonymous posted: Jan. 27, 2026.

Every tooth packs a lot of layers in a very small area. The outer, visible part of our tooth, the crown, is covered in protective enamel, and the lower root Read more
When should a filling be replaced?
Author: Anonymous posted: Jan. 20, 2026.

There is no substitution for a natural healthy tooth. Dental fillings are intended to replace tooth structure and restore a tooth damaged by decay (a cavity) back to its normal Read more
What type of toothpaste is right for you?
Author: Anonymous posted: Jan. 13, 2026.

Toothpaste no longer comes in simple choices of fluoride and fresh breath. Paste is not even the only option! You can choose gel forms and even some with ribbons of Read more
Should Children Use Whitening Products?
Author: Anonymous posted: Jan. 06, 2026.

As adults, we often wish our teeth could be as white as they were when we were small children. Baby teeth have thinner and whiter enamel than adult teeth, and Read more
Healthy Resolutions for Healthy Teeth
Author: Anonymous posted: Dec. 30, 2025.

Every January 1st, you have your resolutions ready. No more nail biting. Lose ten pounds. Stop smoking. None of us are happy about those annoying bad habits we’ve picked up Read more
Healthy Diet, Healthier Gums?
Author: Anonymous posted: Dec. 23, 2025.

Since gum disease is one of the most common adult diseases, it’s no wonder the doctor and our team stress the importance of prevention. Effective brushing and flossing, regular dental Read more
Surprising Ways to Prevent Cavities
Author: Anonymous posted: Dec. 16, 2025.

There are numerous ways to prevent cavities. Some, like brushing your teeth regularly and visiting our Levittown, New York office, are more obvious than others. Beyond the standard methods of Read more