What You Need to Know About Bruxism (Teeth Grinding & Clenching) Bruxism — the involuntary grinding or clenching of your teeth — is one of the most common yet most overlooked dental conditions. Many people don’t realize they grind their teeth until pain, wear, or fractures begin to appear. Left untreated, bruxism can damage enamel,… Read Article
March is National Nutrition Month! Each year, the American Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics sets March aside to teach adults and kids alike about the unlimited benefits to eating right. Although you likely know about foods that are good for certain parts of your body, like leafy greens for your heart and calcium-rich dairy for… Read Article
As a modern dental office, we could never reiterate enough how important regular dental visits are to your oral health (seriously, regular visits to your dentist are imperative to healthy teeth!) But between visits, there are some signs you should look for that may indicate more immediate care is needed. Learning to recognize these signs… Read Article
Russo Dentistry is proud to help our patients in Raleigh, Cary, and the surrounding areas maintain healthy, beautiful smiles. Our friendly, experienced team is passionate about helping you take a proactive approach to your oral health. Regular dental checkups will keep your smile healthy for years to come. In addition to twice-daily brushing and flossing,… Read Article
Everybody wants brighter, whiter teeth! Even people who take excellent care of their oral hygiene will experience a loss in tooth brightness over time. Your morning coffee or tea, acidic foods, and medications can all make your teeth darker than you’d like. Dental trauma beneath the enamel can also lead to a lack of brightness,… Read Article
If you know you need a root canal, your first feelings might be fear, dread, or anxiety. From there, your first thought is likely, “how can I get this over with as quickly and easily as possible?” Depending on where you normally receive oral health treatment, that question may be difficult or impossible to answer… Read Article
Whether you’ve just had cavities filled or underwent a full root canal procedure, it’s important to understand how your general oral care needs may have changed. After all, teeth restoration involves implementing an additional type of material and, while this is integral in prolonging the life of your tooth, it certainly isn’t just like adding… Read Article
Dr. Russo is always saying there are no quick fixes in general dentistry. A quick, cheap filling or root canal procedure almost always leads to additional problems later on—becoming a money and time drain as well as painful to correct. When it comes to minor cosmetic procedures, however, Russo Dentistry offers multiple smile improvement options… Read Article
Aesthetically, choosing a tooth-colored filling for cavities or damaged teeth makes sense. This option is perfectly molded, colored, and adhered to your tooth for the most natural look available. For many, this is reason enough! But beyond the look and feel advantages of tooth-colored, composite fillings, there are many reasons to avoid the metal alternative. … Read Article
The Right Time to Achieve Your Best Smile Ever Planning for the New Year often means resolving to make lasting changes that will improve your daily life. You’ll focus on ways to improve your health, finances, and outlook—so why not try something just for you that potentially ticks all those boxes and gives you something… Read Article