Have you ever heard someone say, “I would rather have a root canal”? Most of us are used to hearing root canals compared to some genuinely unpleasant circumstances, but Park Slope Dental Arts would like to set the record straight and talk about how root canals can do some serious dental good.  Root Canals Save… (Read More)

It’s often said that a true friend will tell you if you have bad breath. Bad breath, formally known as halitosis, is embarrassing and can hold you back from truly enjoying your life and social situations. Like a good friend, Park Slope Dental Arts in Brooklyn will tell it to you straight. Read more below… (Read More)

In this blog article, The dentists at Park Slope Dental Arts discuss Social Stories™ and how they help provide emotional support to autistic kids with the goal of improving their dental (and other) experiences. A social story about going to the dentist follows specific criteria and story elements to reinforce a safe, detailed description of… (Read More)

Parents face many decisions, even before their baby makes an appearance once that bundle of joy arrives, one important choice is whether to use a pacifier. Babies have a natural reflex to suck their thumbs, fingers, pacifiers, or other objects to help them feel more secure, to soothe them, or to lull them to sleep…. (Read More)

First things first, put your worries away! We are not about to tell you that your coffee-drinking days are over. We know that each shot of caffeine is crucial and we cherish our coffee, too! Here at Park Slope Dental Arts, we want to educate you on what causes coffee stains and what you can… (Read More)

When it comes to ridiculous beliefs on dental hygiene and treatment, we’ve heard just about everything. However, the most dangerous ones usually aren’t quite so over the top. Unfortunately, a number of dental myths are floating all over the world, so the dentists at Park Slope Dental Arts are here to put an end to… (Read More)

We’ve all had a toothache at some point or another. While you should always consult your Brooklyn dentist, it’s not always a serious problem. Often, the issue can be fixed with a filling or a root canal.  However, many people have found themselves in a situation where the tooth is not salvageable, and the only… (Read More)

Ah, vacation. The sun, the sand, the… gauze in your mouth? Dental work and recovery might not be your preferred use of your precious vacation days, but some people are packing their bags and heading to exotic locations for dental work in hopes of saving money. As medical education and technology improve all around the… (Read More)

You’ve worn your braces or aligners, kept your checkup appointments, and followed treatment instructions from Park Slope Dental Arts. You love your new smile, but it’s not over yet—how long will you have to wear a retainer? There are two types of retainers: removable and fixed. Removable retainers are taken out of your mouth during… (Read More)

Every parent remembers seeing their baby’s first teeth emerge, watching the rest pop up, and finally cheering as their child loses their first baby tooth, all in the blink of an eye! In fact, baby teeth come and go so quickly that some people are led to believe they don’t have an impact on a… (Read More)