Dr. Joseph Mirtaj

Dr. Joseph Mirtaj and Pennridge Dental Associates, LLC stand behind their promise to provide the highest quality dental care while maintaining an intimate and trusting office environment.

Dr. Joseph Mirtaj’s practice places a special emphasis on the positive impact of preventative care, especially in the area of oral hygiene. One of the most common oral health problems is tooth decay, caused by the buildup of a clear, sticky film called plaque. In certain cases, the buildup of plaque can create a situation where bacteria can erode tooth enamel, cause gum irritation and infection, and even eat away at bone structures located under the teeth. To avoid the buildup of plaque, Dr. Joseph Mirtaj recommends staying mindful of sugar-rich foods such as sodas, juices, candy, and many starchy items such as bread and pasta.

Aside from carefully monitoring the intake of sugar, Dr. Joseph Mirtaj insists that his patients adopt good oral hygiene practices such as daily brushing with fluoride toothpaste, flossing, and mouth rinsing. Some mouth rinses only treat bad breath and are strictly cosmetic in nature, so caution should be exercised when selecting one for personal use. Another preventative care technique endorsed by Dr. Joseph Mirtaj and Pennridge Dental Associates, LLC, chewing sugarless gum between brushings is a powerful weapon against plaque-forming agents. Sugarless gum stimulates the production of saliva, which contains chemicals that break up plaque formations and rinses food particles and debris from the mouth. In certain cases, Dr. Joseph Mirtaj will prescribe anti-cavity rinses or sealants to fend off the effects of tooth decay.