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Water Flossers and Braces

January 21st, 2026

You devote a lot of energy to your orthodontic treatment. Appointments, rubber bands, adjustments, cleaning (so much cleaning)—and why? Because you know that your attractive, healthy smile will be well worth the effort. But if you find that keeping your teeth and braces clean requires more time and energy than it should, and you’re still…
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What is early intervention?

January 14th, 2026

Many developing orthodontic problems can be intercepted and corrected if diagnosed and treated at an early age. Dr. Frank Andolino and Dr. Susan and our team at Next Generation Smiles NYC recommend children have their first orthodontic evaluation no later than age seven, or younger if the front four permanent teeth have replaced the baby…
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Tooth Protection and Winter Sports

January 7th, 2026

Just because it’s cold out there doesn’t mean you’ll give up keeping fit and active! Winter is the season for some of our favorite team sporting activities, and when you’re donning your protective gear, don’t forget to protect your teeth as well. Basketball This sport actually tallies one of the highest counts of dental injuries.…
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Five (Easy-to-Keep!) Dental Resolutions for the New Year

December 31st, 2025

It’s a new year! A blank calendar! A traditional time to make a few changes that could change your life for the better. And while we applaud big goals like learning a new language, practicing more between lessons, or finally cleaning out that locker, Dr. Frank Andolino and Dr. Susan would like to start small…
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