Even if it doesn’t feel like spring yet in Rockland County, soon the weather will start warming up and people will be itching to get active outside again. But if you or your kids enjoy contact sports, it’s important to keep an eye out for athletes’ oral health: Whether it’s a collision with another player, [...]
Most people who exercise do so for their health. Science has repeatedly shown us that regular exercise extends our lives and decreases our risk of disease and early death. But while exercise might be great for your health, could it be bad for your oral health? It turns out that’s a bit of a complicated [...]
As the weather warms up and spring gets underway, athletic people everywhere are itching to end the winter hiatus, get back outside, and play some sports. But while physical activity (and some friendly competition!) can be good for you, it’s important to make sure that your athletics aren’t putting your teeth at [...]
The 2016-17 NBA season kicked off this week, and hope springs eternal for the New York Knicks, who made some key additions in the offseason. One of those acquisitions was facilitated by a New York dentist. Joakim Noah: All Smiles in NY A two-time All-Star and the 2014 NBA Defensive Player of [...]
Mouthguards are a common sight in full contact sports such as football or boxing, but they are a relatively rare sight on the baseball diamond. While baseball is not technically a full contact sport, injuries do happen. How can baseball players benefit from the use of mouthguards? Mouthguards Protect More Than Teeth Have you ever [...]
