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Preventing Periodontal Disease
posted: Jun. 27, 2023.

Periodontal disease is one of the most prevalent health issues in America, with the Centers for Disease Control reporting it affects approximately 65 million people, or roughly 47 percent of Read more
Need Another Reason to Stop Biting Your Nails?
posted: Jun. 20, 2023.

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
Osteoporosis and Oral Health
posted: Jun. 13, 2023.

Today, the doctor and our team at Amarilis Jacobo thought we would examine the relationship between osteoporosis and oral health, since 40 million Americans have osteoporosis or are at high Read more
Water Features
posted: Jun. 06, 2023.

Heading for the beach! Hiking to the lake! Keeping cool with a tall, frosty glass of ice water in a foreign bistro, or taking a refreshing gulp from the fountain Read more
Improve Your Overall Health with Regular Cleanings
posted: May 30, 2023.

It’s common knowledge that you should get your teeth cleaned every six months. But do you know why that timing is crucial? Studies have shown that your oral health connects Read more
Memorial Day: Parades, remembrance, and the unofficial start of summer!
posted: May 23, 2023.

“The purpose of all war is peace.” - Saint Augustine Fire truck sirens, baton twirlers, marching bands covering patriotic tunes, colorful floats, costumes, and millions of red, white, and blue American Read more
When should I floss during the day?
posted: May 16, 2023.

A vital step in your oral health routine is flossing. We hope our patients at Amarilis Jacobo maintain good oral hygiene, including daily flossing between each visit to our Bronx, Read more
Wishing all our moms a happy Mother’s Day!
posted: May 09, 2023.

"Motherhood: All love begins and ends there." - Robert Browning We would like to take this moment to thank all the great moms out there for being so great during their Read more
The Best DH in Baseball
posted: May 02, 2023.

Oh, wait—did you think we meant Designated Hitter? Oh, no, we’re not getting into that debate! What we want to talk about is the best Dental Habits you can practice Read more
Why do wisdom teeth need to be removed?
posted: Apr. 25, 2023.

Sometime around the late teens or early twenties, people’s wisdom teeth start to erupt. These are the third and final set of molars. When wisdom teeth come in properly — Read more
Earth Day
posted: Apr. 18, 2023.

The idea for Earth Day was the brainchild of Gaylord Nelson, a senator from Wisconsin. He envisioned an Earth Day that would be a kind of environmental teach-in. The first Read more
Scheduling Dental Procedures When You’re Pregnant
posted: Apr. 11, 2023.

Pregnancy leads to so many changes in your body, so it’s no surprise that your teeth and gums are affected as well! Dental care is very important during these months, Read more
Oral Cancer Awareness Month
posted: Apr. 04, 2023.

Happy Oral Cancer Awareness Month! We know oral cancer can be kind of a scary topic, but it’s worth using this opportunity to learn about the disease and spread knowledge Read more
DIY Cures for Bad Breath
posted: Mar. 28, 2023.

Are you afraid to open your mouth because you have bad breath? You’re not alone bad breath or Halitosis happens to everyone, at one time or another. If you have Read more
How do I know if I need a root canal?
posted: Mar. 21, 2023.

Tooth decay affects everyone, with studies reporting that 92% of adults have had a cavity at one point in their lifetime. In more serious instances of tooth decay, however, the Read more
Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
posted: Mar. 14, 2023.

Millions of people, around Bronx, New York and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it Read more