Don’t Let Craze Lines Faze You

You’re getting ready for a night out, or you’re checking to make sure you removed every bit of spinach after eating, or you’re practicing your best selfie smile . . . and suddenly, you see something alarming in the mirror—tiny cracks in your tooth enamel! Is this a...

Teeth Whitening For a Bright Summer

Summer brings sunshine and warm weather, and many of our patients begin thinking about brightening their smiles this time of year. A whiter smile is one just one visit away at Eric Chimon, D.D.S.! Teeth whitening is safe, quick, and inexpensive. It can be used to...

I chipped a tooth. What can I do?

You just crunched down on a piece of hard food when you suddenly realize there is something hard still in your mouth. Your nightmare is confirmed when you retrieve a piece of your tooth from your mouth. You chipped your tooth; now what? Obviously, the first thing you...

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...