Raleigh Dental News, Cosmetic Dentistry Insights & Practice Updates from Russo DDS

5 Ways to Refresh Your Dental Care Routine

The new year is always an excellent time to set the foundations for lasting change. Specifically, regarding your personal healthcare routine, 2021 may be the ideal setting for major improvement. This past year, many of us experienced significant daily routine interruptions—sometimes in the form of overly regimented at-home schedules! To keep it all together, we… Read Article


Don’t Put it Off! Why It’s Never Worth It to Skip Regular Dentist Visits

Thinking of putting off your next dental checkup? Maybe you’re extra busy, just moved to a new place or changed your information, or simply forgot. You may have even assumed you don’t need to go to the dentist unless you’re experiencing discomfort—or maybe you are experiencing discomfort and are too anxious to find out why!… Read Article


Endodontics FAQ’s: The Truth About Root Canals

“Root canal” might be one of the most feared combination of words in all of dental care, but is it as scary as it sounds? The short answer: no! When performed by a skilled, experienced Endodontist, a root canal can be quick and virtually painless—and save you a lot of pain down the line, too!… Read Article


How to Improve Oral Health and Overall Health

How to Improve Oral Health and Overall Health—at the Same Time! While you may have been told (more than once!) that oral health impacts overall health, many still don’t understand the extent of this relationship. Poor oral hygiene has been linked to long-term health concerns including heart disease, respiratory health, and even neurological disorders. Contrarily,… Read Article


Why Oral Hygiene Matters During COVID-19

Could there be a link between oral hygiene and the severity of SARS-CoV-2 infections? Abstract On 30 January 2020, the World Health Organisation identified COVID-19, caused by the virus SARS-CoV-2, to be a global emergency. The risk factors already identified for developing complications from a COVID-19 infection are age, gender and comorbidities such as diabetes,… Read Article


6 Benefits of a Modern Dental Office

A modern approach to dental care is proven to offer clients customized, full-service solutions. But what is modern dentistry, and why does it matter? Many dental professionals are still thinking of dentistry as a product rather than a service, charging clients for a less-than-thorough approach. Some providers may also serve clients with a lack of… Read Article


Practicing At-Home Oral Health Care

While Americans spend more time at home, it’s important now more than ever to maintain proper oral health technique. Working from home can quickly disrupt your daily routine—causing you to overlook or rush through personal grooming. Overtime (and not as much time as you’d think!), these little shortcuts can result in big, costly changes for… Read Article


9 Daily Dental Care Tips for the Whole Family

For better or worse, it’s been proven that lifelong dental care habits are formed in the home during childhood. That means overall oral health is likely to follow that same pattern—sometimes long after permanent teeth have grown in. As adults, we might view daily dental care as less important than professional dental services. While that… Read Article


Unlearn Poor Dental Care Habits Before your Next Teeth Cleaning!

We know the basics: from brushing and flossing daily, to replacing toothbrushes every 3 months, to avoiding sugary drinks—but with our busy schedules, that’s a lot to remember! How can we ensure we’re remembering to do these things on a regular basis? Most of us developed good oral care regimens in childhood. Often, we retain… Read Article


Best Foods to Maintain a Bright Smile

Any dental professional will tell you to avoid excessive candy, sugary drinks, and citrus fruits to protect your enamel. You may have also heard that certain breads and pasta can lead to tooth decay. We know what not to eat and drink, but did you know certain foods can maintain or even improve good oral… Read Article