Dental Blog - Wallingford, CT

The fact is, according to the Oral Cancer Foundation, close to 40,000 Americans will be diagnosed with oral or pharyngeal cancer this year, resulting in more than 8,000 deaths. Men face twice the risk of developing oral cancer as women, and men who are over age 50 face the greatest risk. The American Cancer Society […]

Valentine’s Day, also known as Saint Valentine’s Day, has been said to originate with a Catholic priest named Valentine several thousand year ago. Valentine defied the emperor at the time by secretly marrying men and their brides after the emperor had made it illegal to marry. Emperor Claudius II did this because he wanted as […]

The American Academy of Periodontology stresses the importance of good oral health since gum disease may be linked to heart disease and stroke. Thus far, no cause-and-effect relationship has been established, but there are multiple theories to explain the link between heart disease and periodontal disease. One theory suggests that oral bacteria may affect heart […]

Toothpastes come in many forms and boast different flavors, benefits, and endorsements. All are designed to remove surface bacteria and prevent the buildup of plaque that can cause tooth decay. With so many choices, the doctor and our team at Wolfy Dental Group, LLC know that selecting the right toothpaste can be intimidating. After all, […]

At Wolfy Dental Group, we understand that your time and energy are precious. This is why we offer CEREC restorations such as dental crowns, inlays, and onlays. Dr. Sandra Vukovic has invested in her practice, and her patients, by incorporating the CEREC technology into her facility. This ensures our single-visit porcelain restorations are completed from beginning to finish in about two […]

Root canal therapy is a standard and reliable treatment used to address issues with a natural tooth that cannot be resolved in any other manner. For many patients, root canal therapy is a treatment that is needed to save a tooth from extraction, as that may be the only alternative option. At Wolfy Dental Group in Wallingford, […]

If you have been advised by a professional that you need to have your teeth extracted, you are not alone. Many patients have teeth removed due to impaction or other complications. At Wolfy Dental Group, Dr. Sandra Vukovic and her team can educate patients on their options for removal and what to expect. This includes pain, discomfort, […]

If you are missing teeth and are looking for a suitable replacement option, you cannot go wrong with natural-looking dentures from your Wallingford, Connecticut, dental team at Wolfy Dental Group. Dr. Sandra Vukovic offers dentures to patients looking to improve their lives. Here are some of the benefits you can expect when choosing dentures. NATURAL LOOKING SMILE One of the most immediate […]

Teeth aligners – also called clear or invisible aligners – are an innovative alternative to traditional braces. While clear aligners, such as Invisalign, are designed to help with minor to moderate orthodontic issues, more serious problems still may require braces. It is best to speak with your local dentist in Wallingford, Connecticut, about what option will […]