When we think of Thanksgiving, we think of huge turkeys, delicious pies, and a table full of yummy goodness. We also think about what we are thankful for and enjoy […]
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Living With Diabetes? Your Mouth is at Risk
November is dedicated to bringing awareness to a disease that affects nearly 30 million Americans – diabetes. Diabetes may cause problems throughout your entire body from your eyes, nerves, and […]
Easy Ways to Fix “Vampire” Teeth
We all have things about our smiles that we don’t quite like – gaps, crookedness, or even some long, pointy canines (the teeth that can resemble vampire fangs). At my […]
Top 5 Foods for Your Smile
At my dental office in Staten Island, we’re not just focused on making sure your mouth is healthy, we’re dedicated to ensuring your whole body is healthy too. One of […]
“Help! I’ve Lost a Filling!”
Losing a filling can be a scary thing. But most times, it’s not a dental emergency and is a fairly easy fix. At my Staten Island dental office, we’d like […]
Words of Wisdom on Wisdom Teeth
While some of us are born without wisdom teeth, which are not connected to your level of actual wisdom by the way, others develop four “third molars.” Often times it’s […]
Beware: Common Summer Snacks Are Bad for Your Smile
It’s warm out. And when it’s warm, we tend to switch the type of food and drinks we consume. But have you ever thought that what may be good tasting […]
Mission of Mercy
Through the New York State Mission of Mercy, Drs. Paul Albicocco, James Sconzo, Craig Ratner and Steve Ratner traveled to Hudson Valley Community College in Troy to take care of […]
Are You Sleeping with A Killer?
When people sleep in the same room, there’s always a chance that someone will not get a good night’s sleep. Whether it’s because one of the individuals steals the blankets, […]
Dental Urban Legends: What’s the Truth?
We’ve all heard of some good urban legends throughout our years – alligators in the sewers anyone? What makes an urban legend a classic is when it’s believable. But at […]