Diet and Dental Health: What to eat and what to avoid
posted: Dec. 09, 2025.

You are probably aware that guzzling soda and drinking those sugary Starbucks Frappuccinos aren’t particularly good for your dental health. But how much thought do you give to the effects Read more
Holiday Gift Ideas for Healthy Holiday Smiles
posted: Dec. 02, 2025.

Need some gift ideas for family members and friends who seem to have absolutely everything? Who are impossible to shop for? Who tell you not to worry, it’s the thought Read more
Tips for a Tooth-Friendly Thanksgiving
posted: Nov. 25, 2025.

Nothing is more welcome at the Thanksgiving table than your happy, healthy smile! Here are some ideas to keep your holiday smile looking and feeling its best. #1 Good Dental Hygiene Doesn’t Read more
What is a cavity?
posted: Nov. 18, 2025.

Cavities are the reason why most people fear going to the dentist. But they’re also the reason you should be visiting the doctor on a regular basis. Specifically, cavities are the Read more
Be Prepared!
posted: Nov. 11, 2025.

When you’re busy at work or school, when you’re on vacation, when you’re on the road to adventure—preparation helps everything go smoothly. Especially when the unexpected happens! So, how can Read more
Tips for Cold and Flu Season
posted: Nov. 04, 2025.

It’s peak cold and flu season, a time to be especially conscious about your health. We have some suggestions to help you navigate this contagious time of year, with bonus Read more
Let’s Make Halloween Treats Less Tricky!
posted: Oct. 28, 2025.

If the scariest part of Halloween in Danbury, Connecticut is trying to figure out which treats are braces-friendly and which treats are braces-frightful, we have a fiendishly simple suggestion to Read more
Dangers of Alcohol and Oral Health
posted: Oct. 21, 2025.

We often have patients who ask, “Can drinking alcohol affect my oral health?” There are, in fact, a few reasons why that martini may not be good for your pearly Read more
Care for Your Dentures
posted: Oct. 14, 2025.

Just like natural teeth, the doctor will tell you that dentures have a tendency to get coated with plaque, which is a sticky, transparent film that attracts food and bacteria. Read more
October Is Orthodontic Health Month!
posted: Oct. 07, 2025.

October’s here! A month when we celebrate the beauty of fall, the taste of pumpkin spice, the fun of Halloween in Danbury, Connecticut, and the healthy smiles which orthodontic treatment Read more
Relax with Sedation Dentistry
posted: Sep. 30, 2025.

the doctor and our team at AJ Dental understand that many of our patients have a fear of dentistry. You may be concerned about experiencing pain from sensitive teeth or Read more
The Many Types of Sedation Dentistry
posted: Sep. 23, 2025.

There are many reasons to choose sedation dentistry. Perhaps anxiety is an issue, or your teeth are extremely sensitive. You may have a low pain threshold, an easily triggered gag Read more
What to Expect if You Haven’t Been to the Dentist in Forever
posted: Sep. 16, 2025.

It’s easy to miss a dental appointment. Life and duties intervene, and suddenly you have to push your appointment back once, then again, or forget about it. We get that. These Read more
Keep It Cheesy for a Long-Lasting Smile
posted: Sep. 09, 2025.

You’ve heard people tell you to say “cheese” when you’re having your picture taken, probably more times than you can count. There is another reason you should be saying “cheese” Read more
Back to School? Remember Your Dental Homework!
posted: Sep. 02, 2025.

It’s a busy time of year. Book lists! Supplies! New clothes! (How did they outgrow those shoes already?) And while you’re preparing your family’s list of back-to-school necessities, here are Read more
Dangers of Thumb Sucking
posted: Aug. 26, 2025.

It’s common for children to suck their thumb at a young age. the doctor and our team want you to understand the potential issues that can surface down the road Read more