Pellegrino Cosmetic and Family Dentistry

Wednesday, June 8, 2016

Show Off Your Smile

Dr. Jason Pellegrino at Pellegrino Cosmetic and Family Dentistry offers a wide variety of cosmetic options to improve the appearance and health of your smile. With instant photo sharing taking over the internet, we always want your smile to be camera-ready. However, if there is any reason you can’t go the cosmetic route at this moment, we’d like to provide you with some tips that will help you show off the beautiful smile you already have!



  • Be natural – when it’s picture time, smile gently. That way, your face looks relaxed. Your mouth opens slightly, and your lower lip matches the curve of your upper teeth.

  • Check your teeth and gums – getting your smile camera-ready sometimes calls for a little behind the scenes prep work. If your pearly whites have yellowed with age, try an over-the-counter whitening product or pay us a visit! Also, don’t forget about taking care of your gums. They play a critical role in your nice smile. So keep them in good shape by brushing, flossing, and rinsing with a mouthwash every day.

  • Practice – your perfect smile may not happen overnight, but if you have a big photo event like a wedding or a graduation coming up, it doesn’t hurt to try out your grin in front of the mirror!


If you wish to enhance the appearance of your smile, please give us a call to discuss your aesthetic goals. To learn about services we provide at our practice, visit www.allentowndentist.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Jason Pellegrino at Pellegrino Cosmetic and Family Dentistry in Allentown, PA, call 610-530-7901.

Wednesday, June 1, 2016

Basic Kids Dental Care

Baby teeth are important to a child, even though they will fall out. They are the place-markers for their adult teeth, they help develop their speech, and they help develop good eating habits. At Pellegrino Cosmetic and Family Dentistry in Allentown, PA, we want our patients to take good care of their teeth from a young age. Keep reading to learn about basic kids’ dental care.


Basic Care


Kids should start seeing the dentist as soon as their first tooth appears, or by the age of one if they have not grown in their first tooth by then. Baby teeth should be brushed with a pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste. Teeth need to be flossed as soon as two teeth touch each other. Kids will need help with flossing until they are old enough to do it on their own.


Bad Habits


Some kids always like to have something to drink. When they are little, they may like to carry sippy cups or bottles around. Instead of always having their cup filled with milk or juice, put water in there. Milk and juice both contain a lot of sugar, so a constant supply can lead to tooth decay. Pacifiers and thumb sucking are two more habits that should be broken. The constant sucking motion can affect the way teeth develop.


Good at-home care and routine dental visits are important parts of your child’s health. To schedule your family’s next dental visit at Pellegrino Cosmetic and Family Dentistry in Allentown, PA, call us at (610) 530-7901. To learn more about us, visit our website, www.allentowndentist.com

Thursday, May 26, 2016

The Intraoral Camera

When it comes to making our patients feel comfortable and giving them the best possible outcomes, those are goals on the top of our priority list. One of the ways we accomplish this at Pellegrino Cosmetic and Family Dentistry in Allentown, PA is by using an intraoral camera. This technology allows us to be more accurate and more efficient.


The intraoral camera is a device that lets your dentist see up close. In the past, hard-to-reach areas were difficult to access and could be difficult to view. Now, we can see closely and clearly. The device also allows us to put the images up on a monitor so that our patients can see what we are looking at. The pictures and videos can be saved for future reference, print, or to be sent to another doctor.


Efficiency means shorter appointments without sacrificing quality. More accurate diagnoses mean more accurate treatment plans and better outcomes.


To learn more about the advanced technology we use here at Pellegrino Cosmetic and Family Dentistry, be sure to visit our website, www.allentowndentist.com. To set up an appointment in our Allentown, PA office, call us at (610) 530-7901. 

Wednesday, May 4, 2016

Full and Partial Dentures for Tooth Replacement in Allentown, PA

Dentures are a great option for patients who have lost a few teeth, many teeth, or all of their teeth. They allow patients to eat, speak, and smile normally again. At Pellegrino Cosmetic and Family Dentistry in Allentown, PA, we provide full and partial dentures for our patients looking to replace teeth.


When teeth are lost, the bone tissue around the area begins to deteriorate. When many of the teeth are missing, the deteriorated bone tissue changes the shape of the facial structure and causes facial muscles to sag. This can make a person appear older. Dentures help slow down the deterioration of the bone tissue along with improving chewing, smiling, and talking.


In our Allentown, PA office, we offer full and partial dentures. Partial dentures are like removable bridges that are for when there are only a few teeth missing. Full dentures replace all of the teeth and are able to be applied conventionally or immediately. The benefit to immediate dentures is that there will be no time spent without teeth (if extractions are necessary), however in the future, they will need to be re-fit. When teeth are extracted, the gums must heal. Gums tend to shrink as they heal, rendering the dentures misplaced in the future. Conventional dentures are fitted after the gums heal.


If you are looking to regain confidence in your smile, contact Pellegrino Cosmetic and Family Dentistry to find out if dentures are right for you. To schedule in our Allentown, PA office, call us at (610) 530-7901. More information may be found on our website, www.allentowndentist.com

Wednesday, April 27, 2016

Handling Common Dental Emergencies

At Pellegrino Cosmetic and Family Dentistry, our staff understands that accidents happen. People can risk breaking their teeth or otherwise injuring their mouths while eating, playing, exercising, and participating in other seemingly harmless activities. Knowing what to do when a dental emergency occurs can mean all the difference between saving and losing a tooth. If you experience a dental emergency, please call us immediately. Meanwhile, in the midst of a dental emergency, utilize these tips to ensure a smooth recovery. 



  • For a knocked-out permanent or adult tooth, keep it moist at all times. If you can, try placing the tooth back in the socket without touching the root. If that’s not possible, place it between your cheek and gums, or use a tooth preservation product that has the American Dental Association (ADA) seal of acceptance.

  • For a cracked tooth, immediately rinse the mouth with warm water to clean the area.

  • If you bite your tongue or lip, clean the area gently with water and apply a cold compress.

  • For toothaches, rinse the mouth with warm water to clean it out. Gently use dental floss to remove any food caught between teeth.


To learn about the services we provide at our practice, visit www.allentowndentist.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Jason Pellegrino at Pellegrino Cosmetic and Family Dentistry in Allentown, PA, call 610-530-7901.

Friday, April 22, 2016

Tender Teeth Causes

If eating food and beverages that are hot or cold make you say, “Ouch,” you’re likely practicing some bad habits that are causing your teeth to be sensitive. If desensitizing toothpaste doesn’t treat the problem, Dr. Jason Pellegrino may recommend other treatments, such as a filling, a crown, an inlay, or bonding to correct a flaw or decay that result in sensitivity. Sometimes, however, the solution is simply breaking bad habits. If you catch yourself performing any of the following tasks, do your best to stop yourself in your tracks.



  • You’re brushing too hard – over time, if you brush with too much force, you can wear down the protective layers of your teeth and expose the microscopic hollow tubes or canals that lead to your dental nerves. When these tubules are exposed, tooth sensitivity is a result.

  • You’re eating too many acidic foods – If the pathways to your nerves are exposed, acidic foods will cause you pain.

  • You have tooth decay – If you have tooth decay, it’s easy for bacteria to accumulate in these tiny crevices, which causes acid build-up and enamel breakdown.

  • You’re a tooth grinder – Grinding your teeth can wear down your enamel. This exposes the dentin and causes sensitive teeth.


If you have sensitive teeth, please give us a call to discuss your treatment options. To learn about the services we provide at our practice, visit www.allentowndentist.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Jason Pellegrino at Pellegrino Cosmetic and Family Dentistry in Allentown, PA, call 610-530-7901.

Tuesday, April 12, 2016

Natural-Looking Custom Crowns

When a tooth becomes cracked or weakened, it is important to make it strong again to prevent infection. Restoring health and function of a tooth is essential for both oral and overall health. Dental crowns are long lasting and strong tooth restorations, which is why we at Pellegrino Cosmetic and Family Dentistry in Allentown, PA, choose to use them for our patients.


Dental crowns are like caps that go on your tooth when there has been too much decay or damage for a filling to hold. They are completely customized, so they blend in with the rest of your natural teeth. Crowns are not only restoring your oral health but also improving the aesthetic look of your smile!


In our dental practice, we have updated technology so that we can create a custom crown right in our office. CEREC technology scans your reshaped tooth and begins milling a tooth that looks and feels just like one of your natural teeth. CEREC cuts out weeks of waiting time.


If you are interested in learning more about our natural-looking crowns, contact Pellegrino Cosmetic and Family Dentistry of Allentown, PA. We can be reached in our office at (610) 530-7901 or through our website, www.allentowndentist.com