posted: Oct. 12, 2021.

You found the perfect toothbrush! The bristles are soft, to avoid irritating your delicate gum tissue. The angle of the bristles is perfect for removing plaque. The handle is durable Read more

posted: Oct. 05, 2021.

If you have been thinking about getting a piercing, or if you already have one or more, there are some health risks our team at Lydra Tapija D.M.D. wants you Read more

posted: Sep. 28, 2021.

Although using mouthwash is certainly not the equal of brushing and flossing, it does have benefits for your dental hygiene. If you use mouthwash regularly, you should find out which Read more

posted: Sep. 21, 2021.

As you probably know, you can always connect with the doctor and our team by calling our Bronx, New York office, or going to our Facebook page. However, if you’ve Read more

posted: Sep. 14, 2021.

As a patient at Lydra Tapija D.M.D., your opinion matters! the doctor and our team love hearing what our patients think about our practice and the services we provide, and Read more

posted: Sep. 07, 2021.

Have you ever thought about how you're cleaning and storing your toothbrush when you're not using it? Did you know that the way you store your toothbrush could have an Read more

posted: Aug. 31, 2021.

It's almost game day and you're wondering what to put on the menu for your guests. Most snacks are typically highly processed and unhealthy. Why not mix it up this Read more

posted: Aug. 24, 2021.

Your feedback is very important to us at Lydra Tapija D.M.D.. We always want to make sure that our practice is meeting its full potential, so whether you’ve visited the Read more

posted: Aug. 17, 2021.

Your opinions matter to the doctor and our team! Our blog is meant to be an educational channel, but we always want to know what things you’re interested in learning Read more

posted: Aug. 10, 2021.

It's a moment many of our patients have experienced. One second you're chewing on a piece of gum, then suddenly you forget to keep chewing and swallow the entire rubbery Read more

posted: Aug. 03, 2021.

Dry mouth, also medically known as xerostomia, is the condition of not having enough saliva, or spit, to keep your mouth wet. There are many ways to keep dry mouth Read more

posted: Jul. 27, 2021.

When you leave on a trip, you probably double-check that evrything’s ready: your clothes are packed, your ticket is handy, and your passport waits patiently on top of your bag Read more

posted: Jul. 20, 2021.

Did you know that the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and gum disease? Not so coincidentally, they are also the easiest to prevent. As much as we Read more

posted: Jul. 13, 2021.

Did you know your toothbrush could be covered with almost ten million germs? We know … it’s gross! That’s why you should know how to store your toothbrush properly, and Read more

posted: Jul. 06, 2021.

Sports and energy drinks cause irreversible damage to the teeth of teens and young adults. A recent study published in General Dentistry states that energy and sports drinks contain so Read more

posted: Jun. 29, 2021.

Xylitol is a naturally occurring sweetener found in tree bark, plants, fruits, and vegetables. The human body also produces it in small amounts. It looks and tastes like sugar, so Read more