Your child needs dental sealants. Your spouse grinds his teeth. Your mom wants some teeth replaced. You desire to take better care of your gums. Where can you get all these dental services without driving all over the West Orange, NJ area? Investigate D&G Dental where the services and expertise of Drs. Dawoud, Ghobadi and Gencarelli provide everything your family needs for great oral health. (more…)
Welcome to D&G Dental’s new website, where you can learn all you need to know about our state of the art dental services and our two convenient locations. We’re proud to serve the communities of West Orange and Caldwell and beyond. We welcome patients of all ages to our practice with a focus on family friendly dentistry. With two NJ locations and evening and weekend hours, we’re dedicated to offering our patients a dental experience that goes above and beyond what they expect. Here’s a little more information about some of our advanced services that you’ll find on our new website.
Sedation dentistry is a common way to help those who are hesitant to visit the dentist have a more enjoyable experience. As a sedation dentist in West Orange, NJ, we work with patients needing sedation to ensure they are comfortable and relaxed during dental procedures—whether you need a regular cleaning or an extensive procedure.
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Your West Orange dentists at D&G Dental detail advantages of Invisalign versus traditional braces. Read about these invisible orthodontic appliances.
The West Orange dentists at D&G Dental say that many older teens and adults desire straight smiles. Boosting self-confidence and improving oral health, well-aligned teeth are a tremendous personal asset. However, people are dissuaded from traditional orthodontic correction because of the appearance, discomfort and treatment time of metal wire and bracket braces. (more…)
Facial trauma, insufficient dental care or simple genetics — they can all play a role in tooth loss. But whatever causes gaps in a smile, the next steps remain the same: a sturdy, beautiful replacement must be sought. Dental implants are by far the best way to complete a smile — and at D&G Dental, Dr. Dawoud and his team perform the whole procedure under one roof. Keep reading to find out more today!
Correct brushing is the foundation of oral health. West Orange, NJ dentist, Medhat Dawoud DMD, teaches that prevention is the best dental service.
Brushing your teeth–it’s something your mom taught you years ago, but are you still doing it correctly? Your West Orange, NJ dentist says proper brushing is the first line of defense against tooth decay, a largely preventable dental health condition that affects millions of Americans–from children and teens to adults through their senior years. (more…)
Life is busy! There’s work, school, carpool, grocery shopping, meals, laundry, homework help, volunteer commitments and the list goes on and on. Just reading about all you do in a day, week, month or year is tiring! So, why do you need to add twice yearly dental exams and cleanings for you and everyone else in the family to that list? Because regular checkups may actually save you time and trouble. When you take the time for a dental checkup with one of the dentists at D&G Dental, you may be saving yourself from having to deal with an oral health problem and that can be trouble.
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Flossing is one of the most important general dentistry practices you can do at home. Much like brushing, it helps keep our teeth clean and healthy. People from all over the country wake up, brush their teeth, go to work, come home, eat, brush their teeth again, and repeat. But, how many of those patients are doing it the right way? Yes, there is a right and wrong way to floss, just like brushing. In order to help keep your teeth looking and feeling clean, you must know how to properly floss.
Our West Orange, NJ office wants you to practice great dental hygiene at home, especially when it comes to flossing. Our dental team wants you to know just how important it is to floss and do it properly. Ask yourself this question, “Am I flossing correctly?” If you’re unsure, it’s okay! There’s no harm in helping our patients practice proper flossing techniques. The sooner you start utilizing our helpful tips, the better off your oral health will be.
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Medhat Dawoud DDS, expert cosmetic dentist in West Orange, NJ, tells his patients how to get and keep a bright smile and healthy gums. A sensible diet, including fruits, vegetables, calcium-rich foods and whole grains serves to keep dental intervention to a minimum for patients of all ages.
Over time, teeth become dull and stained because of darkly colored foods and beverages such as coffee, black tea, curry, red wine and soy sauce. Aging, smoking, chewing tobacco and some prescription medications can adversely affect tooth color, too.
Dr. Medhat Dawoud and his associate dentists, Doctors Gencarelli and Ghobadi, recommend limiting staining dietary choices and also rinsing and brushing after consuming them. In addition, there are several foods which actually help tooth enamel stay bright and white. And yes, they are good-tasting and nutritious, too.
Water Physicians and dieticians say drink at least 64 ounces of water daily–in other words, eight 8-ounces glasses. This fluid hydrates and ensures good gastrointestinal function. Regarding teeth and gums, water rinses food particles and plaque off tooth surfaces and from the gum line. It hydrates the soft tissues of the mouth and keeps the production of saliva, nature’s weapon in the fight against tooth decay, high.
Cheese This dairy favorite is light in color and contains bone- and enamel-building calcium. Buy real cheese, and avoid highly processed, orange-colored cheese products.
Apples, celery and other harder fruits and vegetables increase saliva, exercise the gums and jaw bone and also scrub tooth enamel. Apples and pears contain what botanists call schlereid cells, grainy little cells that give texture to these fruits. Nutritionists say that strawberries, even though red in color, are nature’s tooth detergent. Pineapple contains a chemical called biomelain, a natural anti-inflammatory and whitening agent.
Nuts and seeds are abrasive but not too tough on tooth enamel, keeping it clean. Their texture provides excellent exercise, too. Great choices are sunflower seeds, almonds, pecans and walnuts.
Even with the best of oral hygiene, some smiles need a little aesthetic help. That’s why your dentists in West Orange, NJ deliver a full menu of cosmetic dental services, including professional–grade teeth whitening. Doctors Dawoud, Gencarelli and Ghobadi offer both in-office and at home Zoom! teeth whitening.
Using a professional grade peroxide gel and special accelerating light, in-office Zoom! whitening is painless, safe and very effective–brightening healthy teeth by as much as 8 shades in just about an hour. Patients who prefer whitening in the privacy of their own homes take advantage of custom-made whitening trays and bleaching solutions that change tooth color by lifting out stains more gradually but effectively. The Whitening for LIfe program at DG Dental provides member patients with free refills of whitening gel at their 6-month cleaning appointments.
At DG Dental, the professional team takes your dental health, and aesthetics, too, very seriously. The doctors, assistants and hyginests will partner with you in choosing the best avenues to a bright and long-lasting smile. Why not contact the office today for a consultation?
Brushing your teeth helps prevent cavities, bad breath and gum disease. Experienced general and family dentist, Dr. Medhat Dawoud, at D&G Dental in West Orange, NJ teaches patients that excellent at-home hygiene, include basic brushing techniques, help preserve smiles for a life time.
While the amazing array of dental services available today are a real blessing to oral and systemic health–and to self-image and confidence, too–the simplest of home hygiene techniques really remains unchanged. It’s toothbrushing. Combined with daily flossing, brushing your teeth correctly promotes disease-free teeth and gums, a sparkling appearance and fresh breath, too.
The staff at D&G Dental enjoy opportunities to teach patients about toothbrushing. Doctors Medhat Dawoud, Paula Gencarelli and Ghobadi recommend these simple techniques to maximize your brushing experience:
Use a soft-bristled brush along with a quality, fluoride paste. Soft bristles are gentle on enamel and gums. Some patients prefer electric toothbrushes, but they are not necessary. Fluoride is an excellent cavity-fighter. Whitening and anti-tartar toothpastes work well for the short-term but can be too rough on enamel.
Brush a minimum of twice daily for 2 minutes per session. The American Dental Association recommends this schedule as the minimum for good oral health. Floss in between teeth to remove plaque and food residues. Small interdental brushes help individuals with dental implants, fixed bridgework and wire and bracket braces.
Use short brush strokes. Place the brush at a 45-degree angle to the tooth surface, and move it in a short, back and forth motion. Go slowly and carefully around the teeth, concentrating on the harder to reach back molars. For the back sides of the front teeth, place the brush vertically, and scrub with an up and down motion. Some people divide the mouth into 4 parts and and brush each section for 30 seconds.
Gently clean soft oral tissues, too, including the tongue, cheeks, roof of the mouth, and of course, gums. People often neglect the tongue but should take extra care as its textured surface harbors bacteria and food particles.
Rinse well with water. Mouthwashes are fine but not necessary unless your dentist in West Orange, NJ specifically recommends one.
Change your toothbrush regularly. Dr. Dawoud suggests every 3 months or so in keeping with American Dental Association and American Dental Hygienists’ Association guidelines. Some brushes have color indicators which disappear when the brush is worn out. Also, get a new brush after having a cold or flu as toothbrushes can retain germs.
Home hygiene, coupled with semi-annual exams and cleanings with Dr. M. Davoud and his associate dentists, is the gold standard of preventive dentistry. Why not schedule your check–up today, and ask your West Orange, NJ dentist and hygienist about your personal brushing technique?
