Head Back to School with a Healthy Smile

As summer winds down, it is time to send the kids back to school again! Along with shopping for new school supplies and getting back into a daily routine, now is the time to schedule your kid’s annual dental check-up as well.

A regular visit to the dentist is just as important as your child’s annual physical, since according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, tooth decay affects U.S children more than any other chronic infectious disease.  Oral health issues can lead to speech impediments, trouble eating, and ultimately missed school days – all of which can hinder your child’s ability to learn and thrive at school.

According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, 40% of children suffer from tooth decay before starting kindergarten.  Routine dental visits can help ensure your child does not develop cavities over time, and can help to teach them proper preventative measures.

While getting back into the swing of a daily routine again, it is also the perfect time to reestablish good dental health habits including brushing twice a day and flossing properly daily. While finishing up your shopping, let the kids pick up a new toothbrush to help get them excited about caring for their teeth and gums!

To schedule your child’s annual dental visit at Little Smiles of Roselle Park Dental, visit www.littlesmilesofnj.com or call us at 908-998-4698.

FREE Educational Implant Seminar

Join us next Tuesday for refreshments and a FREE educational seminar on September 1, 2015 at 6 p.m.!

Space is limited – call (908) 998-4698 now to reserve your seat …

CDC Finds Over 90% of Americans Have Cavities

Earlier this year, the Centers for Disease and Prevention (CDC) released new statistics regarding the overall oral health of our nation – and the numbers do not paint a pretty picture.

Among the findings, a reported 91% of Americans 20-years-old and older have had one or more cavities.  Of this population 27% have known cavities that have not been treated.

Adding insult to injury – or decay in this case – the American Dental Association’s (ADA) Health institute found that as of three years ago, the number of people utilizing available dental care options had reached an all-time low since 1996 when the Medical Expenditure Panel Survey began keeping a record.

Of those polled, people cited cost as the number one reason why they do not plan to visit a dentist within the next year.  The number two reason given for forgoing an annual visit was a belief that dental care is not necessary.

Further findings highlight that rates of untreated dental cavities are significantly higher among African and Hispanic Americans. 

The ADA feels that greater outreach to those populations is a good start, but that in order to truly address and improve the state of dental health in our country more needs to  be done to effectively communicated the importance of prevention.

According to ADA President Dr. Maxine Feinberg, prevention is the ultimate answer to eliminating the vast majority of dental disease.

To learn more, visit Roselle Park Dental online or call us 908-998-4698 to schedule your annual check-up and cleaning!

FREE Educational Implant Seminar

Join us next Tuesday for refreshments and a FREE educational seminar on August 4th 2015 at 6 p.m.!

Space is limited – call (908) 998-4698 now to reserve your seat …

Dr. Oshidar is Now a Board Member of the IADI

While speaking at the International Academy of Dental Implantology’s (IADI) 2015 Annual Educational Symposium last month in California, Dr. Oshidar was asked to become a board member!

The IADI is an educational organization which strives to provide the highest-quality implant education and hands on experience to doctors all around the world.

Learn more about Dr. Oshidar’s extensive dental implant credentialing or call us today at 908-998-4698 to reserve your seat at our FREE educational Implant Seminar being held on August 4th!

Baby Oshidar Has Arrived!

On May 23rd, Dr. Oshidar and wife – and Roselle Park Dental Office Manager – Melissa welcomed their beautiful baby girl - Arianna Layla! She was born at 1:31 a.m. weighing in at 6 lbs. 12 oz.

Dr. Oshidar Continuing Ongoing Dental Implant Education

Dr. Oshidar is continuing his ongoing dental implant education with the International Academy of Dental Implantology (IADI) when he travels to Tijuana, Mexico later this month.

He has also been invited to speak at the IADI’s 2015 Annual Educational Symposium this June in California!

The IADI is an educational organization which strives to provide the highest-quality implant education and hands on experience to doctors all around the world.

Learn more about Dr. Oshidar’s extensive dental implant credentialing or call us today at 908-998-4698 to reserve your seat at our FREE educational Implant Seminar being held next Tuesday on April 7!