April 28, 2010

Tooth Whitening and Your Dentist

Tooth whitening has become one of the most popular dental procedures in New York. It seems that everyone in Staten Island is whitening their teeth to help their smiles look younger and brighter. Many consumers in the Staten Island area are turning to over-the-counter solutions to whiten their teeth, however their can be dangers and pitfalls to this approach.

Here is some basic advice on tooth whitening from Staten Island Dental Care:

First, we encourage you to visit our office in Staten Island before starting a tooth whitening system. It is a good idea to have your teeth checked and analyzed before starting a tooth whitening program. Tooth whitening is not for everyone, and depends on your dental history.

Doctor Hecht at Staten Island Dental Care can help you determine whether your teeth can be whitened safely and effectively. We can also recommend tooth whitening solutions that will work best for you. Staten Island Dental Care is a good place to start for this important decision.

There are many pitfalls to be aware of when whitening your teeth. Over-the-counter teeth whitening products available in the New York area will provide varying degrees of effectiveness on your teeth. If used improperly, tooth whitening solutions can cause problems including tooth sensitivity, over whitening, damage to your tooth enamel, and irregular coloration. Whitening too much can even have a reverse effect, making your teeth look gray.

Most teeth whitening product manufacturers recommend that you visit your local Staten Island dentist when things go wrong with your over-the-counter solution. We recommend you begin with the very comfortable and friendly professionals at Staten Island Dental Care to get started with the best tooth whitening solution.

Our office is located at 1520 Richmond Ave, Staten Island, NY 10314.  Please give us a call or stop by to make an appointment to discuss your tooth whitening plans. We are eager to help you make the best decision.

Our very comfortable and friendly is available to discuss tooth whitening solutions, explain tooth whitening options, and check your teeth to make sure you will get the results you want.

I look forward to seeing your beautiful bright smile.

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April 22, 2010

Love Your Smile in Staten Island

Love Your Smile in Staten Island There is nothing like bright white teeth that light up a person’s whole face when they smile and laugh. No one has to settle for dull, yellow teeth.

This is a great time for Staten Island men, women and teens to get a deep teeth cleaning and tooth whitening at Staten Island Dental Care.  With a deep cleaning followed by teeth bleaching, your teeth will feel as good as they look.

If you have an important upcoming event such as a Brooklyn wedding, Manhattan party or formal family portrait sitting, a smile makeover will give you extra confidence as you pose for photos (even close-ups).

Staten Island teeth bleaching can whiten teeth beyond their natural shade. At our cosmetic dentistry practice, we don’t use a conventional shade chart for our whitening clients anymore. You have probably seen the porcelain tabs in graduated shades that Staten Island tooth whitening dentists use to determine appropriate, yet natural looking, shades for tooth restorations. We now use a shade guide with levels significantly whiter than the guides we have used in the past. Tooth whitening is not a gimmick; it is safe and incredibly effective. Tooth bleaching clients can maintain a white shade that equals the brightness of the ‘tooth’ models you see in dental marketing.

Tooth whitening following twice-yearly cleanings is the most affordable cosmetic dentistry procedure. Tooth bleaching in Staten Island is comparable to the cost of a professional hair weaving and cut, but when you consider the transformation; there is no comparison! Flash your gorgeous, sparkling smile, and no one will even notice your hair.

Filed under: Cosmetic Dentistry, Smile Makeover, Teeth Whitening — Tags: , , — admin @ 11:52 am

April 15, 2010

Staten Island Whiter Smiles

Staten Island Pediatric Dentistry Wishing for a Staten Island whiter smile but not sure how to get it? New to New York smile tooth whitening lingo? At Staten Island Dental Care, we educate clients on the variety of affordable teeth whiting treatments; from whitening trays to teeth bleaching to opalescence whitening. We do smile whitening every day.

Almost every toothpaste claims to whiten teeth, but as we age our teeth gradually turn yellow or gray, despite all the whitening toothpastes we use regularly. Tooth enamel, while one of the hardest substances in the body, is porous. Over time, the food and drinks that comes in contact with our teeth cause staining and discoloration. You probably have already discovered that a toothbrush cannot clean these microscopic pores.

Carbamide peroxide and hydrogen peroxide are the two main smile whitening ingredients. They can penetrate the outer layer of your teeth to remove the build-up, and help restore whitening to teeth. Call Staten Island Dental Care at (718) 761-5757 to schedule an appointment and we will explain the difference between these tooth bleaching ingredients and how they may affect your Staten Island smile whitening results.

Staten Island at-home teeth whitening products are probably not a good choice if you have crowns or veneers. You could end up with extremely uneven results or possible damage to your existing New York cosmetic dentistry.

We know the best Staten Island teeth bleaching options and can recommend the perfect white smile solution for you.

At Staten Island Dental Care, we hope to see you soon. Give us a call at (718) 761-5757.

Filed under: Cosmetic Dentistry, Smile Makeover, Teeth Whitening — Tags: , , , — admin @ 3:11 pm

April 8, 2010

Dental Check Up

When is the last time you had a dental checkup? Most people in the Staten Island area between the ages of 18 and 85 need a dental checkup every six months. If you live in Staten Island and are at higher risk for oral diseases, you should have your teeth checked every four months, or at least three times a year.

Come into our office, located at 1520 Richmond Avenue in Staten Island, or give us a call to make a dental appointment. You can visit our website at http://www.AfraidOfTheDentist.com for more information.

Most people in our Staten Island community are in a medium to low risk category. However if you use tobacco or alcohol, eat a lot of sugar in your diet (including lots of soda), or have poor oral hygiene habits, you are likely in a higher risk category and should have your teeth checked right away.

I look at a lot of factors to determine your personal dental hygiene, and your dental outlook for your future. I want you to have the healthiest smile possible so that you can enjoy your teeth for many years without significant problems. If you live in the Staten Island area and are ready to have your teeth checked, please give Staten Island Dental Care a call.

Our comfortable staff will be ready to get you started with a dental checkup.

Talk to you soon.

Filed under: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Health, General Dentistry — Tags: , — admin @ 12:20 pm