Ira G. Spiro, D.D.S.
Simona A. Cheskis, D.D.S
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3 of History’s STRANGEST Teeth Traditions

May 11, 2021
THROUGHOUT HISTORY, different cultures have come up with some pretty unusual solutions for dental health problems. Let’s take a look at a few of the weirdest ones.1. Mice for Pain Management?These day...
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Tags: history ,  dentistry ,  dental ,  bruxism ,  mice ,  pain ,  ohaguro

QUIT That Ice-Chewing Habit!

May 6, 2021
WHAT IS SO BAD about chewing ice? It can actually do a lot of permanent damage to our teeth and yet many people have a habit of chewing ice that can be difficult to quit. Let’s take a closer look...
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Tags: ice ,  chew ,  dental ,  pagophagia ,  iron ,  anemia ,  gums ,  teeth ,  enamel ,  oxygen ,  carrot ,  apple

The Impact of CHEMISTRY on Oral Health

April 6, 2021
HOW MUCH DO YOU remember from learning about the pH scale in science class? Don’t worry; if you forgot all of it, we’ll give you a little refresher, because acids and bases are pretty important when i...
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Tags: chemistry ,  ph ,  acid ,  bases ,  cavity ,  bacteria ,  stomach ,  juice ,  dental ,  hygiene

The First WOMAN to Earn a Dental Degree

March 30, 2021
IT’S WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH, which makes it a great time to celebrate a pretty awesome lady: Lucy Hobbs Taylor, DDS, the first woman to earn a dental degree in North America. Who Was Lucy Hobbs Taylor?...
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Tags: women ,  dental ,  dentist ,  degree ,  lucy ,  lucy hobbs taylor ,  teacher ,  pioneers ,  gender ,  practice , 

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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