I work with individuals from Briarwood, Great Neck, and other New York locations to provide dental restoration after cavities have taken their toll on teeth. My patients come from all walks of life, but one thing they often have in common is a curiosity about their options for treatment. Our staff firmly believes that patients…
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Inlays vs. Onlays
Modern dentistry has quickly evolved to impact the way we think about options for tooth fillings. In previous decades, mercury was a common choice for filling in damage and decay. In fact, the procedure was so normal that it has been used around the world for more than 150 years. When mixed with a powdered…
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Common Questions About Veneers
Let’s talk about veneers. This cosmetic option is one of our most popular treatments among Briarwood and Great Neck patients, and for good reason! Veneers are thin shells of porcelain that are permanently bonded to the front of your teeth to improve the overall aesthetic of your mouth. They can positively impact your tooth position,…
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Why So Many Celebrities Love Veneers
What do Cardi B, Miley Cyrus, and Tom Cruise have in common? They are all rumored to have veneers! It’s no secret that this cosmetic dental procedure is popular in Hollywood and around the world. And here in Briarwood and Great Neck, I frequently consult with patients about the pros, cons, and transformative power of…
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Are Dental Implants Right For You?
Tooth loss happens. Whether it is because of older age, unhealthy habits, or a random accident, at some point in your life, you might find yourself in need of replacement teeth. Today, there are many options for replacing missing teeth and filling in gaps in your smile. In some ways, the amount of choices can…
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Three Groups Who Can Benefit From Clear Aligners
In New York and across the nation, clear aligners (for example, Invisalign) have quickly become a preferred choice for individuals wanting a straighter smile, and understandably so. Clear aligners are an effective and efficient way to straighten out teeth in a pace and method that works for a modern lifestyle. Much like traditional metal braces,…
Continue reading…Saliva’s Role in Oral Health
Saliva or “Spit” as some call it, plays a significant role in maintaining oral health. It is derived from blood and acts as the bloodstream of the mouth. Like blood, saliva helps build and maintain the health of soft and hard tissue in the mouth. It washes away food from teeth and neutralizes acid produced…
Continue reading…A Temporary Flipper
Do you have a tooth that needs to be extracted and you are concerned about the temporary aesthetic of a missing tooth? A temporary flipper can take carer of that concern. In this picture you can see that an extraction of a compromised front tooth was done. Bone graft was also placed to preserve the…
Continue reading…Gum Disease
Gingivitis (inflammation of the gum) as shown in this picture, is the first sign of gum disease. If left untreated, it could lead to periodontitis which is a more severe form of gum disease. This condition develops from long term exposure to bacteria and its toxins inside the gum. Over time, it destroys connective tissue…
Continue reading…A Special Smile
Yesterday, January 27th 2019 was the 74th Anniversary of Holocaust Remembrance Day. Today, I had the honor of restoring our beloved patient’s smile who is also a holocaust survivor. During office visits, she told us stories about her personal experiences in the concentration camp and her liberation at the end of the war. It was…
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