Ira G. Spiro, D.D.S.
Simona A. Cheskis, D.D.S
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A Snoring Habit Could Mean Sleep APNEA

May 25, 2021
AROUND 1 IN 5 children with a snoring habit get it from sleep apnea, a sleep disorder that causes repeated brief interruptions to breathing during sleep. This disorder, as well as being potential...
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Tags: sleep ,  apnea ,  snoring ,  children ,  disorder ,  habit ,  osa ,  oral ,  dentist ,  palate ,  adult ,  jaw

The Tooth FAIRY Then and Now

March 18, 2021
​THE TOOTH FAIRY IS A PROMINENT FIGURE in the magic of childhood, and it’s fun to look at how cultures have approached lost baby teeth differently throughout history. The Superstitions That Preceded t...
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Tags: fairy ,  myth ,  legend ,  disney ,  money ,  quarters ,  bed ,  mouse ,  rat ,  vikings ,  story ,  tooth ,  baby ,  kids ,  children ,  superstitions

The History of FLUORIDE in Dentistry

December 29, 2020
IN ORDER TO EARN the American Dental Association’s Seal of Acceptance, a tube of toothpaste must contain fluoride as its active ingredient. We also add trace amounts of fluoride to our drinking w...
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Tags: Fl ,  fluoride ,  cavities ,  dentist ,  hygiene ,  children ,  history ,  brushing

LOOSE tooth game plan

April 16, 2020
MOST OF US PROBABLY remember what it was like to lose our first tooth as a kid. Wiggling it with your tongue or accidentally biting down on it the wrong way, getting all kinds of advice from frie...
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Tags: tooth ,  loose ,  dental ,  child ,  nerf ,  primary ,  pull ,  technique

Testimonials

Ira Spiro has been my dentist for 17 years. He is an excellent doctor. In addition to being a knowledgeable expert, he is conscientious and easy to talk to. He takes his time to talk through options and LISTEN to my concerns. While using up-to-date techniques in a modern office, his personal, friendly manner hearkens back to a less-rushed, less corporate era of family dentists.

Mitch R.

I have been a patient of Dr. Spiro’s for over 15 years. My wife and 3 children are also his patients. I’ve been very pleased with his work and of his staff. For example, last year, I needed a root canal and a crown. During an office visit, Dr. Spiro thoroughly explained to me in language I could understand why I needed the work done. He also described my options in terms of costs and his recommendation on when the work should be done. His staff also worked with my insurance carrier so I could anticipate what my costs would be for the entire procedure. I felt I was part of the decision process and was very satisfied with the outcome.

I appreciate Dr. Spiro’s honesty and his ability to explain things so I can understand them. He has also been very flexible accommodating my busy schedule. I trust him and his staff to take care of my entire family’s dental needs.

Peter A.

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