Lawrenceville Dental Blog

Are Veneers or Crowns Better for Your Smile?
added on: August 30, 2024

Are you considering a smile makeover and wondering whether veneers or crowns are the right choice? Both options can enhance your teeth, but they serve different purposes. Let’s dive into the details to help you make an informed decision. Veneers Dental veneers are thin, custom-made shells designed to cover the… Read More…


How Aging Affects Dental Health
added on: May 13, 2024

Our bodies undergo various changes as we age, and our dental health is no exception. Understanding these changes is crucial for maintaining a healthy smile throughout your golden years. While Dr. Scalia will always provide personalized dental care no matter your age, some tips can help protect your oral health and… Read More…


Can I Replace Silver Fillings with Tooth-Colored Ones?
added on: April 14, 2024

For years, silver amalgam fillings have been the go-to solution for treating cavities. However, with advancements in dental technology and increasing concerns about the visibility of silver fillings, many patients are now considering alternatives such as tooth-colored fillings. But are they a suitable replacement?  Understanding Tooth-Colored Fillings Tooth-colored fillings, also… Read More…


I’m Missing a Tooth. Does it Need to be Replaced?
added on: December 30, 2021

Your dentist in Lawrenceville has worked with so many patients who have at least one tooth missing. It’s more common than you think, especially in adults where time has taken its toll on their oral health. Are you missing a tooth or multiple teeth? Maybe it’s time you talked to… Read More…


COVID-19 & Cracked Teeth
added on: February 15, 2021

Over the past year, some dental offices have been reporting higher rates of cracked teeth than in years’ past. Take this dentist’s experience documented in the New York Times for example. So, is there some weird connection between COVID-19 and cracked teeth? Well, kind of. While cracked teeth are not… Read More…


Your Missing Tooth is No Match For These Dental Solutions
added on: March 27, 2019

Your Lawrenceville dentist knows what it’s like to lose a tooth. Sometimes there’s a little pain. Sometimes you might feel embarrassed. Sometimes you’re just in the wrong place at the wrong time and then “smack” your tooth gets knocked out. Trust us when we say it happens (and it’s probably… Read More…


Is a Lost Filling a Dental Emergency?
added on: August 20, 2018

Our dental office in Lawrenceville understands that losing or breaking a filling can be scary. It may even be a a little painful. But many times a lost filling isn’t a dental emergency. However, with that said, it’s still important to treat it appropriately and in a timely manner. We’re… Read More…


Top 6 Worst Foods For Teeth
added on: May 16, 2017

Food is such an important part of our lives. Not only is it crucial for our health, it’s historically pretty important for our relationships too. We meet friends over dinner, we snack on the couch with loved ones while watching a movie, and we even join blind dates for a… Read More…