Can’t Take Another Bite?

We’re not talking post-holiday “I can’t eat another bite” discomfort. No, we’re here to talk about the discomfort caused by bite pain. Usually, our teeth and jaws work so harmoniously that we don’t even think about biting and chewing. But when a sharp jolt or a dull...

When should I floss during the day?

A vital step in your oral health routine is flossing. We hope our patients at Eric Chimon, D.D.S. maintain good oral hygiene, including daily flossing between each visit to our FARMINGDALE, New York office. A toothbrush is not always enough to get to the hard-to-reach...

How effective is whitening toothpaste?

The American Dental Association encourages you to brush your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste to prevent dental problems such as tooth decay, bad breath, sensitive teeth, and gingivitis. Beyond these health effects, frequent brushing of your teeth with a...

Memorial Day

Memorial Day is not only a federal holiday in the United States, but it is a day of observance and remembrance of those who died in service. Originally known as Decoration Day, this solemn day has been marked on calendars since the end of the American Civil War as a...