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  • Are your teeth ready for the big day?

    Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 07, 2023.

    Capturing the Moment At Daniel A. Nyhuis, DMD we know that just about anyone who has taken on the challenge of planning her own wedding could tell you how important the Read more
  • The Truth about TMJ

    Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 28, 2023.

    TMJ is the quick way of referring to your Temporomandibular Joint. Pardon the pun, but that’s quite a mouthful! What is this joint, what does it do, and, if your Read more
  • Brushing Your Toddler’s Teeth

    Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 21, 2023.

    At Daniel A. Nyhuis, DMD, we know that brushing your toddler’s teeth can be an intimidating prospect. So we’re providing a few tips in the hope of making the process Read more
  • Choose Chocolate on Valentine's Day

    Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 14, 2023.

    From a student handing out sweets for her classmates to an older married couple exchanging boxes of candy, Valentine’s Day is the time of year when people like to show Read more
  • Three Surprising Causes of Bad Breath

    Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 07, 2023.

    Rumor has it that the Queen of England doesn’t allow garlic in the palace. And, even if you have no royal duties in the near future, it might be a Read more
  • Is sedation dentistry right for me?

    Author: Anonymous posted: Jan. 31, 2023.

    At Daniel A. Nyhuis, DMD, we are well-aware of the 25 million Americans who fear having to visit the dentist. Dental phobias are known to range anywhere from feeling mildly Read more
  • Dangers of Thumb Sucking

    Author: Anonymous posted: Jan. 24, 2023.

    It’s common for children to suck their thumb at a young age. the doctor and our team want you to understand the potential issues that can surface down the road Read more
  • Why Are We Recommending a Periodontal Consultation?

    Author: Anonymous posted: Jan. 17, 2023.

    The best way to protect yourself from gum disease is to be proactive: practice good oral hygiene at home and schedule regular checkups and cleanings in our Pompton Lakes, New Read more
  • Wiggle Room

    Author: Anonymous posted: Jan. 10, 2023.

    When you’re pregnant, you expect physical changes. That’s part of the excitement of the journey! What isn’t expected—and not nearly as exciting—is when your familiar smile seems to be changing Read more
  • Tooth Protection and Winter Sports

    Author: Anonymous posted: Jan. 03, 2023.

    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 Read more
  • New Year's Eve

    Author: Anonymous posted: Dec. 27, 2022.

    Watching the clock tick down the final seconds until midnight, many of us- Daniel A. Nyhuis, DMD included- feel nostalgic about the passing year and hopeful about the new one Read more
  • The History and Mythology of the Tooth Fairy

    Author: Anonymous posted: Dec. 20, 2022.

    While the last baby teeth generally aren’t lost until age ten or 11, most children stop believing in the tooth fairy by the time they're seven or eight. Of course, Read more
  • What Are Chalky Teeth?

    Author: Anonymous posted: Dec. 13, 2022.

    You’ve always taken care of your child’s smile. You make sure thorough brushing and flossing take place twice a day. You serve foods high in vitamins and minerals and low Read more
  • ‘Tis the Season—for Healthy Dental Choices!

    Author: Anonymous posted: Dec. 06, 2022.

    It might be the most wonderful time of the year, but if you’re dashing through the snow to an emergency dental appointment, you’re not feeling very jolly. And post-holiday, no Read more
  • Caring for Your Cat’s Dental Health

    Author: Anonymous posted: Nov. 29, 2022.

    While you make sure your family is getting the best care possible, with regular dental checkups and cleanings at our Pompton Lakes, New Jersey office, there is one family member Read more
  • Thanksgiving in North America

    Author: Anonymous posted: Nov. 22, 2022.

    Thanksgiving marks the start to the holidays; a season filled with feasting, indulging, and spending time with family and friends are always special. Thanksgiving is a holiday meant for giving Read more