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Since the introduction of the power toothbrush in the 1960s, this tool has undergone many technological advances, from design and bristle motions to rotation oscillation and sonic vibration. What is rotation oscillation? That’s when the head of the toothbrush alternately rotates in one direction and then the other. Power toothbrushes

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 adults age 65 and older have no remaining teeth. What’s more, nearly one-third of older adults have untreated tooth decay.

We’re giving you COLD HARD CA$H for your Halloween candy! That’s right,  Drs. Cassinelli and Shanker will pay you $1 for every pound of candy you surrender to us! There’s a limit of $5 per family, so bring your whole haul! This program was originally implemented to promote good oral health, but

The purpose of braces and other forms of orthodontic treatment at Cassinelli and Shanker is to correct malocclusion, also known as crooked or crowded teeth, or “bad bites.” Past orthodontic practice dictated that wisdom teeth be removed, especially in cases of crowding. The wisdom teeth are the last teeth to

How better to spend the fall months than inside by the fireplace with a warm cup of cider and a book in hand? Drs. Cassinelli and Shanker and our team at Cassinelli and Shanker encourage you to warm up your mind this fall season with a few great books. Sure

Great question! Tooth movement is your body’s natural response to light pressure applied by braces over a period of time (usually two years). Braces work by using brackets that are glued onto your teeth; these brackets have small slots, and that is where Drs. Cassinelli and Shanker and our team

The average age of individuals who get braces is between nine and 14, although it is appropriate for younger children to visit Cassinelli and Shanker for a consultation with Drs. Cassinelli and Shanker. While parents may be concerned about the efficacy of early orthodontics, research suggests that early intervention can

It’s the end of summer, and fall is just around the corner. Soon the temperatures will cool down, the leaves will start to change, and Drs. Cassinelli and Shanker and our team at Cassinelli and Shanker are sure that you’ll soon be thinking about Halloween costumes and Thanksgiving plans in

Labor Day honors the contributions that workers have made to this country, and for many Americans, the holiday is a great time to relax at home with family and friends. But there are quite a few people who celebrate the holiday by getting out of town, with an estimated 33