Dental Topics | Dr. Pat Duronio Dentistry

Apr 5, 20222 min read

What Kind Of Toothbrush Should I Use?

Toothbrushes are made in two ways: the cheap ones have the bristles put on and then they are cut straight across. The major brand name...

Apr 5, 20222 min read

The best way to brush your teeth

Many of us have heard all kinds of things about toothbrushing: brush in a circular motion - brush downwards. The fact is that the most...

Mar 29, 20211 min read

What happens when your tooth is infected?

Do you have an infected tooth? Do you have chronic or severe pain in a tooth? Then to save that tooth, you will probably need a root...

Mar 29, 20212 min read

How to find the right dentist for you

There is a barrier when patients want to try a new dental office. Most offices charge a new patient exam fee which can be as much as...

Mar 29, 20212 min read

Why are antidepressants used to treat chronic pain?

There are several new strategies today for treating chronic pain. Chronic pain is non-severe pain that lasts for a long period of time or...

Mar 29, 20211 min read

How often should you have your teeth cleaned?

Everyone needs their teeth cleaned, but how often? It depends on the individual and how much tartar they form. When certain areas of the...

Mar 24, 20212 min read

What to expect with crowns and bridges

This is an area of dentistry called “Fixed Prosthodontics”. Fixed Prosthodontics involves completely covering teeth with a cover that is...

Mar 13, 20212 min read

What’s the best medication for acute pain?

There are two types of pain: acute and chronic. The general definition of acute pain is a sharp pain that last a few days. Chronic pain...