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• posted: Apr. 28, 2025

Our grandmothers and grandfathers, our moms and dads—we’ve known them our whole lives. So, why are they so hard to shop for? If your older family members have all the sweaters, Read More

• posted: Apr. 21, 2025

In a perfect world, we would all jump out of bed ready to greet the day with a big smile and a toothbrush close at hand to clean our teeth Read More

• posted: Apr. 14, 2025

Did you know your toothbrush could be covered with almost ten million germs? We know … it’s gross! That’s why you should know how to store your toothbrush properly, and Read More

• posted: Apr. 07, 2025

Sports and energy drinks cause irreversible damage to the teeth of teens and young adults. A recent study published in General Dentistry states that energy and sports drinks contain so Read More

• posted: Mar. 31, 2025

Since the introduction of the power toothbrush in the 1960s, this tool has undergone many technological advances, from design and bristle motions to rotation oscillation and sonic vibration. What is rotation Read More

• posted: Mar. 24, 2025

While they may sound refreshing, especially after participating in sports activities or after a jog, recent studies suggest that energy and sports drinks can damage tooth enamel, thus elevating your Read More

• posted: Mar. 17, 2025

As a patient at Dental Associates of Kensington, LLC, your opinion matters! Dr. Gallo and our team love hearing what our patients think about our practice and the services we Read More

• posted: Mar. 10, 2025

Your opinions matter to Dr. Gallo and our team! Our blog is meant to be an educational channel, but we always want to know what things you’re interested in learning Read More

• posted: Mar. 03, 2025

Have you ever thought about how you're cleaning and storing your toothbrush when you're not using it? Did you know that the way you store your toothbrush could have an Read More

• posted: Feb. 24, 2025

A famous mouthwash company chose the marketing slogan, “Better than flossing.” As a consumer, would you believe a high-end commercial that essentially tells you to stop flossing? Just use this Read More

• posted: Feb. 17, 2025

Modern dentistry has made the most of today’s technological innovations. And we’ve come a long way from the fraying sticks our ancestors used as toothbrushes. On the other hand, while it’s Read More

• posted: Feb. 10, 2025

We probably all remember sitting through history lessons during our schooling years. Revolutionary war heroes, English royals, and pop-culture icons filled the pages of our textbooks. Although you may recall Read More

• posted: Feb. 03, 2025

Xylitol is a naturally occurring sweetener found in tree bark, plants, fruits, and vegetables. The human body also produces it in small amounts. It looks and tastes like sugar, so Read More

• posted: Jan. 27, 2025

Between the huge number of toothpaste brands on the market today, the different flavors, and claims from most to do different things, it isn’t surprising that people feel so confused Read More

• posted: Jan. 20, 2025

You found the perfect toothbrush! The bristles are soft, to avoid irritating your delicate gum tissue. The angle of the bristles is perfect for removing plaque. The handle is durable Read More

• posted: Jan. 13, 2025

Although using mouthwash is certainly not the equal of brushing and flossing, it does have benefits for your dental hygiene. If you use mouthwash regularly, you should find out which Read More