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History of gum disease increases cancer risk in older women
UB-led study is the first to report an association between periodontal disease and gallbladder cancer risk in women or men By David J. Hill BUFFALO, [...]
Hybrid Bridges: an alternative to dentures
Dental care and disease prevention are necessary for healthy mouths. If teeth and gums are severely damaged due to periodontal disease, decay, or trauma, few [...]
Invisalign – a new, clear way for a better smile.
Gone are the days when straight teeth require metal brackets and wires held together with rubber bands. Invisalign aligners are giving adults and teens the [...]
2017 Scholarship Recipients
Progressive Dental is pleased to announce the recipients of the 19th Annual Progressive Dental Community Scholarship. This $500.00 Scholarship was awarded to five area senior Students who have each exhibited excellence [...]
Keeping the community healthy and informed.
Liza Bartra is Progressive Dental's Hygiene Supervisor who works daily to make sure patient care is a top priority in each of Progressive Dental's 5 [...]
The Dangers of Periodontal Disease
Did you know that individuals with diabetes, heart disease, strokes or high stress are more likely to have periodontal disease? Though these chronic illnesses are [...]
Progressive Dental To Hold Inaugural Mother’s Day Smile Makeover Contest
Progressive Dental, a growing dental practice with numerous locations throughout Upstate New York and Northern Pennsylvania, will be recognizing mothers through its very first Mother’s [...]
Modernizing Dental Impressions with an Intraoral Scanner
Progressive Dental is excited to announce we have added a new and exciting device to our offices. Due to our continuing effort to provide our [...]
Baby Teeth: Temporary with a Lasting Impression
Baby teeth are temporary. They grow into a toddler’s mouth with painful teething, only to become loose and fall out within ten years. The short [...]
Maintaining a Healthy Mouth While You’re Under the Weather
Winter brings snow, ice and cold winds, but the true cold-weather side-effect we all dread is the sneezing, coughing, flus and sinus infections that seem [...]
Brushing Myths Debunked
Young children are taught to care for their teeth by following simple rules to create lifelong habits. From puppets and sing-a-longs, to tales of the [...]
Make 2017 Your Year of Healthy Habits
Many of us kick off the New Year with resolutions to make life in the coming months even better than the past. From new weight [...]
6 Ways Keep Your Smile Bright During The Holidays
The holidays can be a busy and exciting time, but can be hard on your dental health! Here are some tips for keeping your mouth [...]
Celebrating 25 Years of Prevention and Care
Progressive Dental has grown to represent the most modern, expert practices in dentistry. On the basis of Progressive Dental’s mission of strengthening the community’s smiles, [...]
Cosmetic Dentistry: More than a great smile
Dr. Quinones shares some insight on how cosmetic dentistry can vary per patient, and how much it can improve not only your smile but your self [...]
Reflecting on the 21st Annual DWAH Day
Progressive Dental completed its 21st annual Doctors with a Heart Day on September 24th, providing free dental care services to those in need. This year’s [...]
Free Dental Care at the 21st Doctors With A Heart Day
On September 24th, Progressive Dental will be participating in the annual Doctors With a Heart Day. From 8am to 12pm, Progressive Dental’s Kirkwood, Endwell, Norwich [...]
Doctor Talk – Dr. Spera
Our very own Dr. Spera shares some thoughts about his community, his ways of giving back and hard work. But also talks to us about [...]
Brushing Your Teeth 101
Facts to Support Your Daily Habits Did you know that the toothbrush has been around for 5,000 years? Even in ancient times, individuals knew how [...]
Progressive Dental awards scholarship to local high school graduates
Progressive Dental is pleased to announce the recipients of the 18th Annual Progressive Dental Community Scholarship. This $500.00 Scholarship was awarded to five area senior Students who have each exhibited excellence [...]
Healthy Habits for a Happy Mouth
Most of us know to brush our teeth twice each day, floss daily and visit our dentist twice each year for an exam and cleaning. [...]
Minimize Discomfort with Laser Dentistry
Some of the major reasons that individuals dislike dental procedures include the discomfort of drilling and the inconvenience of anesthesia. Even though regular exams can [...]
Oral Health is Important to Overall Wellness
Oral health can tell a great deal about your overall wellbeing. For example, those with diabetes are more prone to gum disease and frequent canker [...]
Latest Web Updates
On Sunday, May 1st, Progressive Dental’s web hosting service was attacked in a rare occurrence of a virus. The issue was brought to our attention [...]
Oral Cancer: Risks & Screening
While many of us view a dentist’s visit as a way to monitor our teeth to check for cavities and gum disease, the exam also [...]