Did you know that 48% of people have untagged themselves from a photo on Facebook due to insecurities stemming from their teeth? Decades prior, teeth-straightening solutions required metal brackets and pesky wires. Fortunately, patients today can opt for virtually undetectable treatment options like Invisalign in Astoria. However, mail-in clear aligner companies are making money by marketing themselves as a safe, reliable treatment option (without sharing the hundreds of lawsuits that say otherwise). To protect your smile and overall oral health, read on for the three dangers of using these products. 

Now that the transition out of quarantine and into our “new normal” is underway, one important thing is on everyone’s mind: infection control. Therefore, your dental team has re-designed their daily operations to ensure you can get the oral care you need in a safe environment. While many of the new protocols are a routine part of your life, other practices, like asking you to rinse before your appointment, may take you off guard. After all, can mouthwash really protect you from COVID-19? A dentist in Astoria is here to share the answer!