Dr. Joseph Kravitz D.D.S., M.S. | Rockville, MD Dentist Blog

Whether I’m in the office or out in the community, I am often asked by friends about how they can improve their smiles. Here are five top ways to improve your smile: Brush your entire …

“I was told by another dentist that I don’t have enough bone, and that I’m not a good candidate for dental implants… how true is that?” That’s actually a really common question encountered throughout the …

Being aware of how your mouth feels and looks can assist us in helping you stay healthier sooner. Understanding the PAST help us treat you comprehensively in the PRESENT! Early diagnosis may lead to the …

If you wear an upper removable complete denture, you’ve likely firsthand experienced discomfort and gagging. The pharyngeal reflex, also known as the gag reflex, is induced by stimulating either the vagus nerve or glossopharyngeal nerve …

After treating thousands of patients with dental implants at my practice, this encapsulates what you can expect and quick tips to follow for recovery. Enjoy! WHAT TO EXPECT • Follow directions closely from your dental …

I had a patient ask me recently, “Is it possible for my dental implants to get cavities?” The short answer is, no… Dental implants are composed of titanium or zirconium – neither of those materials …

This hinges on your personal preference with risk and complications, but it’s key to look at past research to gain insights. There was a study published back in December 1997, cited in the Journal of …

What is a fixed bridge? A fixed bridge is a man-made prosthetic device utilized to replace missing teeth. The fixed bridge can be made of resin, ceramic and metal. It is attached to a tooth …

I went to a dental research meeting 14 years ago. At the meeting, I sat next to a research administrator, Karen. Karen related that her friend Brenda was suffering with an upper denture. Karen stated… …

Last week, I received an email from a patient I treated in 1995 while in my Advanced Specialty Training Program in Prosthodontics. I’ll call him John. John asked if I was the same “regular Joe”? …