Anderson Dental of Fort Lee
Family, Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry
Call: (201) 461-5400
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    • DR. DENNIS WALKER
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    • GENERAL DENTAL PROCEDURES
      • DENTAL CLEANINGS
      • DENTAL EXAMS AND X-RAYS
      • COMPOSITE FILLINGS
      • ROOT CANAL THERAPY
      • TOOTH EXTRACTIONS
      • PREVENTIVE DENTISTRY
      • RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY
    • COSMETIC DENTISTRY
      • TEETH WHITENING
      • INVISALIGN
      • PORCELAIN CROWNS
      • DENTAL BRIDGES
      • DENTAL VENEERS
      • PERIODONTICS
      • DENTAL BONDING
      • DENTAL INLAYS AND ONLAYS
    • ADVANCED DENTISTRY
      • DENTAL IMPLANTS
    • FACIAL REJUVENATION
      • BOTOX COSMETIC®
      • RESTYLANE®
      • RADIESSE®
  • Fort Lee Crowns and Bridges
    • GENERAL DENTAL PROCEDURES
      • RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY
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Monthly Blogs from Your Fort Lee NJ Dentist

Monthly, your Fort Lee dentists will be compiling blogs written on topics such as dental hygiene, maintenance, news and more for your consideration. It is our strong belief that the more familiar our patients become with these topics, the more likely they are to benefit from applying the tips and information to their own oral health regimens.
 
To suggest a topic, please Contact Us today.
Otherwise, please enjoy our monthly blogs below!
 
March 2016
  • Don't Let Your Sweet Tooth Win!
  • Decode Dental Terms

 

April 2016

  • What Your Teeth Can Tell Us

 

May 2016

  • Smiling Never Gets Old!

 

June 2016

  • Keep that Toothbrush Clean!
  • Selecting a Toothbrush

 

July 2016

  • Skip Sugary Treats at Work
  • Cosmetic Improvements for You!
  • Caffeine and Your Teeth
  • Bring on the Brilliance!

 

August 2016

  • Straighten Your Smile with Invisalign
  • Solving Your Sensitivity 
  • Learn More about Dental Implants

 

September 2016

  • What Botox can Do for You

 

October 2016

  • What Your Smile Says About You

 

November 2016

  • Use Prevention for a Healthy Smile
  • Benefits of Dental Veneers

 

December 2016

  • Invisalign Clear Braces
  • Finding the Right Insurance for Your Needs

 

January 2017

  • What is a Gummy Smile? 
  • Solution to Gummy Narrow Smile
  • Common Risk Factors for Tooth Loss
  • The Dental Black Triangles

 

February 2017

  • Signs you need to see a Cosmetic Dentist 
  • Brushing Techniques to Whiten Teeth

 

March 2017

  • Why Choose Dental Veneers?
  • Preparing for a teeth whitening procedure

 

April 2017

  • What is Root Canal Surgery?
  • Seeing Red When Brushing? 

 

May 2017

  • How Do Tartar and Plaque Differ?
  • Cosmetic Dental Procedures

 

June 2017

  • Home vs. Professional Whitening

 

July 2017

  • Oral Health Wellness Guide

 

August 2017

  • Are Dental Implants Right For You?

 

September 2017

  • Teeth Brushing Tips

 

October 2017

  • When a Child Needs Anesthesia

 

November 2017

  • Dental Care Tips for Winter

 

December 2017

  • Common Causes of Dental Pain

 

January 2018

  • When to See Your Dentist Asap

 

February 2018

  • Life Changing Cosmetic Procedures

 

March 2018

  • Caring for Teeth with Sugarless Gum

 

April 2018

  • Harmful Drinking Habits for Teeth

 

May 2018

  • Dental Advice During Pregnancy

 

June 2018

  • Invisalign vs. Braces

 

July 2018

  • Common Signs of Periodontal Disease

 

August 2018

  • Dental Scaling

 

September 2018

  • Caring for Your Toothbrush

 

May 2020

  • Summer Safety Tips for Your Smile

 

January 2022

  • 5 Tips to Find the Best Dentist in Edgewater, NJ
  • The Importance of Oral Cancer Screenings
  • Rebuild the Smile with Treatments for Missing Teeth
The Importance of Oral Cancer Screenings
Catching oral cancer early is key to treating this serious condition before it becomes life threatening. Oral cancer screenings can be performed alongside other general dentistry treatments to ensure a healthy smile for years to come. If you're in the Fort Lee area and would like to schedule an oral cancer screening, we welcome you to contact Anderson Dental. In the meantime, learn more about the importance of oral cancer screenings in this overview.
 
Why Undergo Oral Cancer Screenings?
 
Oral cancer screenings are a simple way to check the mouth, gums, and tongue for any abnormalities or irregularities that may be a sign of cancer. During an oral cancer screening, the oral tissues are checked for areas of discoloration, sores, lumps, or other indicators of oral cancer. If any areas of concern are detected, samples will be taken and sent to a lab for further testing. Oral cancer screenings are vital to detecting cancer in its earliest, most treatable stages, and may even save your life. Oral cancer screenings are important to overall health and should be done for the following reasons:
 
Detect cancer early: Oral cancer screenings can help detect cancer early and before it has the chance to spread.
Allows cancer to be treated early: Catching oral cancer in its earliest stages allows early treatment, when cancer is generally most easily treated.
Life saving: Oral cancer screenings can be life saving.
The Symptoms of Oral Cancer
 
The symptoms of oral cancer should not be ignored. If you experience one or more of the following symptoms, our team at Anderson Dental encourages you to schedule an oral cancer screening.
 
Non-healing sores within the mouth
Sores within the mouth that continue to bleed
Lumps or hard spots within the mouth
White or red spots within the mouth
Numbness or pain when biting down on the teeth
Risk Factors of Oral Cancer
 
Oral cancer does have certain risk factors that may make some patients more likely to suffer from this condition. If you relate to any of the below risk factors, you should have your dentist include oral cancer screenings with your regular check-up.
 
Smoker or tobacco chewer: Smoking and tobacco chewing are two of the biggest risks of oral cancer.
Over 40: People over the age of 40 are at greater risk of oral cancer.
Heavy consumption of alcohol: Excessive alcohol consumption wreaks havoc on the body and increases the risk of oral cancer.
Male: Men generally have a higher rate of oral cancer than women.
Excessive sun exposure: Sun exposure can increase the risk of skin and oral cancer.
Schedule an Oral Cancer Screening
 
If undetected, oral cancer may spread and can become life threatening. Oral cancer screenings can help catch oral cancer before it becomes severe and while it is most easily treated. To schedule an oral cancer screening, we welcome you to contact Anderson Dental.
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Rebuild the Smile with Treatments for Missing Teeth
Adult tooth loss is one of the most severe dental complications that a patient can experience. The effects of tooth loss are serious and may include compromised oral functions, a shifting of surrounding teeth, loss of facial and jawbone structure, and a less attractive smile. Missing teeth can also impact a person’s confidence, and may make them reluctant to talk or laugh in front of others. The good news is that tooth loss does not have to be a permanent problem. Restorative dentistry treatments can rebuild a damaged smile to restore its structure, function, and beauty. At Anderson Dental, our experienced dentists provide a number of treatments for missing teeth to our Fort Lee, NJ patients. Our dentists can help patients determine which of these treatments are right for them.
 
Dental Bridges
 
Dental bridges are fabrications that are used to replace a single tooth or a group of teeth that have left a gap between adjacent healthy teeth. Traditionally, these restorations include a center prosthetic piece (called the pontic) that is fabricated to resemble the missing tooth (or teeth), as well as two dental crowns that affix to the natural teeth on either side of the gap in order to hold the dental bridge in place. Dental bridges can replace missing teeth, improve oral functions, and enhance the beauty of the smile, and treatment generally takes just two dental appointments to complete treatment.
 
Dentures
 
Dentures are often used in more severe cases of tooth loss. A partial denture can replace a greater number of missing teeth, while a full denture can replace an entire arch of missing teeth. Traditional dentures form a seal with the gum line so that they sit comfortably and remain strong and secure enough to restore full oral functions for a patient. Dentures are personalized by size, shape, and aesthetics so that patients can enjoy a strong, comfortable, and attractive smile. Many patients prefer dentures because they are an affordable and non-invasive treatment for missing teeth.
 
Dental Implants
 
Dental implants are tiny titanium screws that are implanted into the jawbone to replace missing tooth roots. These implants are attached to abutments, which protrude above the gum line and anchor tooth restorations in place. Dental implants can be used with dental crowns (in the case of a single missing tooth) or any of the above mentioned missing teeth treatments. While dental implants require multiple treatment procedures and a lengthier recovery, many patients prefer them because they offer the greatest degree of strength, security, and convenience. Once dental implants are in place, they closely resemble the natural teeth, function just like the natural teeth, and can be cared for like the natural teeth.
 
All of these treatments for missing teeth benefit patients by improving the aesthetics, strength, and function of the smile. Which treatment is right for each patient will depend on a number of factors including how many teeth have been lost, where the teeth have been lost, the strength and health of the remaining teeth and gums, and the patient’s personal preferences. Our dentists can help patients consider all of these factors in order to choose the most appropriate treatment option.
 
Don’t let missing teeth compromise your smile. If your smile is affected by gaps, it is time to explore some restorative dentistry treatment options. Contact us at your earliest convenience to learn how the experienced dentists at Anderson Dental can help you rebuild your smile.
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Anderson Dental
1640 Anderson Avenue
Fort Lee NJ 07024
Phone: (201) 461-5400
URL: andersondental.com

 

 

 

 

 

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PROCEDURES
  • General Dental Procedures
  • Dental Cleanings
  • Dental Exams and X-Rays
  • Composite Fillings
  • Root Canal Therapy
  • Tooth Extractions
  • Preventive Dentistry
  • Restorative Dentistry
  • Cosmetic Dentistry
  • Teeth Whitening
  • Invisalign
  • Porcelain Crowns
  • Dental Bridges
  • Dental Veneers
  • Periodontics
  • Dental Bonding
  • Dental Inlays and Onlays
  • Advanced Dentistry
  • Dental Implants
  • Facial Rejuvenation
  • Botox Cosmetic®
  • Restylane®
  • Radiesse®
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