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Practical tips for healthier, happier smiles.
Short, useful articles from Dr. Pettinato and our team — covering prevention, cosmetic options, kids' dental care, and the questions we hear most often.
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Children's Dental Care: Helping Kids Love the Dentist
Going to the dentist can be a bit scary for a lot of people. But, guess what? It doesn't have to be! At Pettinato Dental Care in Scranton, PA, Dr. Scott J. Pettinato and our caring team are here t…
Read articleNew Year Dental Resolutions Worth Keeping
As the new year unfolds, many of us are setting goals and resolutions to improve various aspects of our lives. Among these, prioritizing oral health is crucial, and at Pettinato Dental Care in Scr…
Read articleTeeth Grinding (Bruxism): Causes, Signs, and Solutions
Teeth grinding, or bruxism, refers to excessive grinding of the teeth and/or excessive clenching of the jaw, usually occurring when one sleeps. If you wake up with jaw pain or tension headaches, you m…
Read articleTooth Erosion: What It Is and How to Prevent It
Tooth erosion is the wearing away or damage to the outermost layer of the teeth, the enamel that protects our teeth. If the tooth enamel is weakened, the underlying dentin layer can be exposed, result…
Read articleHow to Manage Chronic Dry Mouth (Xerostomia)
Saliva—you need a good flow of it more than you may realize. It plays a key role in your overall health, it serves as the mouth’s natural cleansing agent, and it’s essential for tasting and digestion.
Read article10 Proven Ways to Prevent Cavities
Tooth decay, which is often referred to as cavities, can occur at any time. While children are more susceptible to developing cavities because of poor dental hygiene and eating habits, adults can just…
Read articleChewing Gum: Good or Bad for Your Teeth?
Great news! Chewing gum can actually prevent cavities. It can also help you stop smoking and lose weight, and it increases your ability to concentrate. But before you get too excited, there are also s…
Read articleHealthy Smile, Healthy Life
Oral health care is an important part of maintaining overall health and physical well being. Good oral health benefits not only your smile, but also your daily quality of life. From increased self-con…
Read articleAre You Happy With Your Smile?
Are you unhappy about your crooked teeth but don’t know what to do about it? Maybe you’re self-conscious about smiling or laughing or eating in public? You might think the only way to correct this is…
Read articleUnlock the Potential of Your Smile
Patients in the Scranton, PA area who are committed to the bigger picture when it comes to their oral health know how important it is to be proactive about their smiles rather than reactive. This proa…
Read articleWhat Can I Do About Bad Breath?
Bad breath can happen to anyone. In fact, studies show that 50 percent of adults – and those are just the honest ones – admit to having had bad breath, clinically known as halitosis, at some point in…
Read articleWhiter Smiles for Life: Our In-Office Whitening Program
Our office was looking for a way to help as many people as possible have beautiful, white, healthy smiles. So we evaluated the cost of our whitening supplies and came across a program that would allow…
Read articleReady when you are
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