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The COVID-19 pandemic has triggered dramatic changes throughout everyday life — and in the medical community as well. Not only are providers across the country postponing elective procedures, but many are also encouraging people to avoid in-office appointments to reduce their risk of exposure to this highly contagious coronavirus.But what...
Halloween 2022 is right around the corner! We will be collecting Halloween candy through the first week of November. This is open to the entire community but our patients will receive $1/pound! All donations will be distributed to local first responders and charities. Please drop off the candy at our...
Are you avoiding making that appointment for your child’s first dental visit?? Here are a few tips to start the new year off right for you and your child! Choose either a Pediatric Dentist or one that’s kid-friendly. Pediatric dentists go through an extra 2 years of training to deal...
We're done with our candy collection! We got 1500+ pounds of candy! All of it is donated to local first responders or shipped to our troops overseas via Operation Gratitude. For our school contests, Rye Neck Elementary was the winner, Osborn 2nd place, Milton 3rd place, and Ridgeway 4th place....
Our great Halloween candy buy back is on! Bring us your leftover unopened Halloween candy and we will pay you $1/pound up to $5. All the candy we get will be donated to Operation Gratitude - to our troops overseas and our local first responders!
Is Nitrous Oxide Safe for my child to use during a dental visit? The bottom line is that dental sedation, especially with nitrous oxide, is incredibly safe, even for children. Most dentists offer nitrous oxide as a treatment option for gentle sedation. It can help calm and relax your child,...
Here’s a excerpt we found in an article published about the efficacy of the fluoride treatment we apply at your child’s check-up visit… Using fluoride to prevent dental caries in children December 8, 2020 Miranda Hester Dental caries are a common chronic childhood disease and fluoride is a key way...
If you're traveling to these states, call your dentist first! In an attempt to keep the incidence of COVID exposure down in our community, all dental practices should be following the travel advisory announced by Gov Cuomo requiring that individuals travelling from states with significant community spread of COVID-19, quarantine for...
Here’s the New Dental Norm… As you know, the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we live our lives forever. Things that we previously took for granted are no longer a viable option for us. Gathering in the park, hugging a friend, sharing a meal out, all changed. The pandemic...
What NOT to do while wearing a mask during the COVID-19 pandemic As a pediatric dentist, I am familiar with wearing a mask. Our governor has mandated that we wear a mask when out in public when the ability to maintain our social distance is challenged. I agree with...
Although tooth decay is largely preventable, it remains the most common chronic disease of children aged 6 to 11 years (21%), and adolescents aged 12 to 19 years (58%), based on data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) report of 2011-2012, even more common than asthma! The...
Join us at the Rye Derby & Healthy Kids Day 2019! Sunday, April 28th 10:30am-1pm Come find us at our table for fun games and giveaways! Rye YMCA: 21 Locust Ave, Rye, NY 10583
Just wanted to announce to everyone that once again, our Halloween candy buy back was a huge success! We received well over 1000+ lbs of candy and shipped it all to our troops overseas! Also our school candy contest winners: Osborn was first place and a $100 donation was made...
So, we had the pleasure of having Graham Clarke totally rock out at our office on 1/30 so we have asked him to come back once a month! Please mark your calendars for the first half of 2019. Thurs 2/28 @1pm Wed 3/27 @10am Wed 4/24 @10am Wed 5/29 @10am...
RyeSmiles is excited to announce that we will be having a special guest performing at our office. GRAHAM CLARKE!! This is a free program open to EVERYONE! All are welcome to join us! Please feel free to tell your friends and family! Thank you! See you soon!A bit about our...
We’re collecting coats to donate to families in need! Please see our flyer for more details!
Get rid of your Halloween candy! For the month of November, we have a candy buy back program. We will pay you $1/pound for your Halloween candy. It goes towards a great cause and gets donated to the troops overseas via Operation Gratitude. Click the source link below to read...
Great tips for all that Halloween candy!! https://youtu.be/uBhTm1qPmQY
No tricks, just healthy treats! Captain America and Princess Elsa will be here to teach your kids about healthy snacks and how to choose your Halloween treats wisely. Face painting for kids and donuts & coffee for parents! Come in costume and take a tour of our office! Tuesday, October...
Here’s a quick little guide to help you through those initial minutes when your child walks up to you with a dental injury: Knocked Out Tooth For a Baby Tooth Control any bleeding by applying pressure to the area. Try to locate the tooth and call the dentist immediately. Do...
Don't let your child's busy school schedule throw off their routine dental check-ups. Our office is open 5-6 days a week and typically open when most schools close in observance of some holidays. Let us help maintain your child;s oral health when it's convenient for you! The American Academy of...
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