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Labor Day: Our favorite holiday to rest!
posted: Aug. 31, 2021.
Labor Day, celebrated on the first Monday each September here in the United States, is a holiday devoted to the American working community. The purpose of the holiday is honoring Read more -
Periodontal Disease Associated with Cardiovascular Risk
posted: Aug. 24, 2021.
We all know that brushing your teeth and flossing regularly keeps your smile sparkly and bright, but did you realize that cleaning your teeth can actually help your heart? Recent Read more -
What to Do If You Lose a Filling
posted: Aug. 17, 2021.
It really doesn’t happen very often. But sometimes you bite into something that is much harder than you anticipated. Sometimes you grind your teeth without realizing the pressure you’re putting Read more -
Solutions for Dry Mouth (Xerostomia)
posted: Aug. 10, 2021.
Dry mouth, or xerostomia, is a common side effect of many medications. It can also be a side effect of cancer treatments, or the result of certain auto-immune diseases. the Read more -
Hot Day? Three Drinks to Leave Home When You’re Packing the Cooler
posted: Aug. 03, 2021.
Whew! It’s a hot one! And whenever the temperature soars, you need to stay hydrated, especially when you’re outside or exercising. But all cold drinks aren’t equal when it comes Read more -
When snoring becomes more than just annoying: The dangers of sleep apnea
posted: Jul. 27, 2021.
Sawing wood. That’s what your wife calls it when you wake her up with your snoring. This type of scenario plays out in homes around the world, and couples have Read more -
The Effects of Sleep Apnea on Dental Health
posted: Jul. 20, 2021.
Sleep apnea is an increasingly common medical condition, and one that can have a truly devastating effect on the waking life of the sufferer. Those who suffer from the disorder Read more -
A Straighter Smile With Invisalign
posted: Jul. 19, 2021.
Getting a straighter smile with Invisalign® is possible with your Brooklyn, NY, dentists, Dr. Ayanna Poindexter and Dr. Chanel Trice at Ryerson Smiles. What Invisalign Does With Invisalign, you'll get a collection Read more -
The Secret to Lifelong Teeth Whitening
posted: Jul. 13, 2021.
Have you ever noticed your attention being instantly drawn to peoples’ teeth when they smile at you? Some people have dull and yellowing teeth, while others have teeth that appear Read more -
Tell us about your summer!
posted: Jul. 06, 2021.
The dog days of summer are upon us, and what better time for the doctor and our team to ask our patients about their summer! Whether you visited our nation’s capital, Read more -
Happy Fourth of July
posted: Jun. 29, 2021.
Every year, Americans all over the world celebrate the birth of the country and its independence on the Fourth of July. There are countless ways that people celebrate and they Read more -
Do I lose my wisdom if I lose my wisdom teeth?
posted: Jun. 22, 2021.
The third molars have long been known as your “wisdom teeth,” because they are the last teeth to erupt from the gums – usually sometime during the late teens to Read more -
My child has autism. What should we expect at your office?
posted: Jun. 15, 2021.
At Ayanna Poindexter, we know that as many as one in 88 children today have some form of autism, a complex brain disorder that affects a child's ability to communicate Read more -
Create A New Smile With Veneers
posted: Feb. 09, 2021.
New year, new smile. Here’s how dental veneers could improve your appearance. According to the American Dental Association (ADA), about 1 in 5 American adults experience anxiety around conditions that affect Read more