Did you know that your tongue has over a thousand taste buds on it? Have you ever heard that your tongue is actually the strongest muscle in your body? Your tongue plays an important role in helping you breathe, eat, and even speak. Caring for your tongue well will help you stay more comfortable and maintain great oral health. If... read more »

Are you pregnant or thinking about getting pregnant? If so, you’re probably expecting a number of changes, but did you know that your teeth may change as much as your body. Similarly, had you heard that it’s vital for you to protect your oral health in order to protect the health of your baby? During pregnancy, your body releases many... read more »

At Orlando Family Dentistry, we want our patients in Hopewell, New Jersey, to know that taking good care of your oral health benefits not just your pearly whites, but your gum health as well. In fact, did you know that your gums--which cushion and support your teeth--are an indicator of your overall health? The main cause of bleeding gums is the buildup... read more »

At Orlando Family Dentistry, the dental practice of Dr. Spelman and Dr. Orlando in Hopewell, New Jersey, we are excited to help optimize your smile for summer! A a typical teeth cleaning appointment with our team you will receive a professional teeth cleaning, fluoride, a dental exam, and possible X-rays, as needed. Why is six months the recommended time period... read more »

Are your teeth getting longer? Are they more sensitive? Are they bleeding and causing you pain? Any of these issues could be a sign that your gums are receding. If you notice any of these issues, please contact us soon—especially if you notice the appearance of your smile changing. Sadly, gum recession can be caused by several issues, meaning there... read more »

The mouth is a fascinating work of anatomy. It is home to teeth and gums, tongue and throat bacteria! Lots and lots of bacteria. For the average adult, anywhere from 100 to 200 species of bacteria may live in your mouth. And even those who take good care of their teeth, will likely have 1,000 to 100,000 bacteria on every tooth surface! Many... read more »

You know that you should visit your dentist to have a checkup. You’ve probably heard that it’s important to visit your dentist every six months. While that’s true, it’s also very important that you take care of your teeth at home—either with traditional tools or powered ones. For many people, powered and manual options tend to work about as well,... read more »

One of the happiest times in your child’s growing years is after wearing their braces faithfully, and taking extra good care of their teeth during the orthodontia, the day comes when the brackets come off and they can finally see the results of all that hard work! To ensure that those beautiful pearly whites stay in their hard-won places, the... read more »

Are you interested in brightening your smile? If so, you aren’t alone. In fact, Americans spend more than $1.4 billion dollars a year for at-home whitening kits. To make matters even more interesting, this massive number does not include professional whitening. Before you add your money to the mix, we have a questions for you: is professional whitening with it?... read more »

What do you do when you bite into something and hear an unpleasant crack? What do you do if you chip your tooth? Your enamel—the outermost layer of your teeth—is the hardest tissue in the body, it is also fairly brittle. This can lead to cracked teeth, which can lead to infections and similar complications. If you crack or chip... read more »