How HPV and Oral Cancer are Related
posted: Apr. 29, 2025.

Did you know that Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) and oral cancer are linked? This information may prevent you or a loved one from suffering from oral cancer if a diagnosis Read more
Fewer Adults are Visiting the Dentist
posted: Apr. 22, 2025.

Our team at AJ Dental recently learned that in the decade between 2000 and 2010, the amount of adults who regularly visited their dentist declined, according to research released by Read more
Antibiotic Prophylaxis or Premedication
posted: Apr. 15, 2025.

In years past, it was often recommended that dental patients who had a history of heart problems or other conditions, such as joint implants, be given antibiotics before any dental Read more
Mouthguard Q&A
posted: Apr. 08, 2025.

Today, the doctor and our team at AJ Dental thought we would talk about mouthguards, what they are, where to get them, and when to use them. Q: What is a Read more
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month
posted: Apr. 01, 2025.

What is oral cancer? April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. If you have been putting off a visit to our Danbury, Connecticut office, now is an excellent time to schedule Read more
Why You Should Avoid Energy and Sports Drinks
posted: Mar. 25, 2025.

In a world where everything moves so quickly and teens and young adults find themselves pulling “all-nighters” or working long hours, energy drinks have grabbed the spotlight. You’ll have one Read more
Is sleep apnea linked to cancer? Studies say, ‘Yes’.
posted: Mar. 18, 2025.

Recently, multiple studies have concluded that people with sleep apnea, a disorder that causes snoring, fatigue, and dangerous gaps in breathing at night due to throat muscles collapsing, are five Read more
Going Green for St. Patrick’s Day?
posted: Mar. 11, 2025.

Happily for all of us who like to celebrate with friends and family, there’s no need to be Irish to enjoy St. Patrick’s Day. Every March 17th, many of us Read more
Make your child’s next visit to our office great!
posted: Mar. 04, 2025.

If you have been bringing your baby in for regular checkups since that first tooth arrived, you might expect that he or she is already familiar with the doctor and Read more
Clean Toothbrush/Healthy Toothbrush
posted: Feb. 25, 2025.

We’ve all learned a lot about keeping healthy lately. Thorough hand washing, disinfecting cell phones and keyboards, wiping down shopping carts and door handles—all these low-maintenance cleaning habits can have Read more
Need Another Reason to Stop Biting Your Nails?
posted: Feb. 18, 2025.

Painful nails and cuticles, ruined manicures, reluctance to shake hands—there are so many good reasons to overcome the nail biting habit. But did you know that biting your nails is Read more
Team Dark Chocolate
posted: Feb. 11, 2025.

Valentine’s Day is the holiday to celebrate all the treasured relationships in your life. It’s a time to honor love in all shapes and forms with cards, social gatherings, and Read more
Aging and Oral Health
posted: Feb. 04, 2025.

As you age, it becomes even more important to take good care of your teeth and dental health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately one-fourth of Read more
Periodontics and Pregnancy
posted: Jan. 28, 2025.

Periodontal health — which refers to the condition of the structures that support your teeth — is an important part of your oral and overall health. However, periodontal health becomes Read more
Electric Toothbrushes vs. Regular Toothbrushes
posted: Jan. 21, 2025.

Convertible or sedan? Downtown or suburbs? Electric or manual toothbrush? As life decisions go, it’s certainly not choosing your next car, or deciding where you want to live. But, even Read more
Heart Disease and Oral Health
posted: Jan. 14, 2025.

According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, more than 200 million Americans suffer from some degree of inflammation of the gums. Over the past decade, researchers have Read more