Bright Smiles In Staten Island

Hello Staten Island! Do you want brighter, whiter teeth? Most Staten Island folks notice their teeth dulling as the years go by, but some foods, drinks, and even mouthwashes can stain teeth at any age.

Over-the-counter tooth whitening products like kits, strips, or toothpastes may slightly lighten stains, but for a truly brilliant smile, general dentist Dr. Fred Hecht can help!

If you have dental veneers, bonding, or bridges, teeth whitening bleach will not lighten the stains and your whitened natural teeth will make your dental work look even duller in comparison. At Staten Island Dental Care, we can recommend new cosmetic dental work, including veneers or bondings, if these have aged and discolored.

Remember, anything that can stain a white tee shirt can stain teeth.

Fortunately, brushing after meals can keep stains at bay, however with acidic foods or drinks, just rinse your mouth with water. Brushing right away can erode enamel, causing thinner teeth as we age.

Staten Island in-office teeth whitening takes about an hour and bleaches teeth to a whiter-than-ever brilliance. Take-home professional teeth whitening kits are also available at Staten Island Dental Care and can produce the best results over time.

For more information on getting a younger and brighter smile, contact our caring staff for a smile brightening consultation today!

Dr. Fred Hecht
Staten Island Dental Care
(347) 695-4370
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Teeth Whitening at Your Staten Island Dentist

Teeth whitening is one of the easiest ways to improve your smile in Staten Island. It is quick, affordable, and non-invasive. Though some Staten Island cosmetic dentistry patients experience short-term sensitivity, most experience no tooth whitening pain at all.

If you have looked into staten Island teeth whitening, you probably already know the basics. The one thing they have in common is that they use a solution containing peroxide to remove the stains that have settled in the natural microscopic cracks in your tooth enamel.

There are many DIY teeth bleaching products available in Staten Island and it seems like new ones appear every time you visit the toothpaste aisle at your Staten Island grocery or Bayonne drug store.

These Staten Island tooth whitening strips and tooth whitening pens can sometimes whiten your teeth a few shades, but the peroxide concentration is much lower than the whitening solutions used in Staten Island cosmetic dental offices. It may not be strong enough for your tooth stains.

Tooth whitening offered at Staten Island mall kiosks is risky, also. Most of these teeth whitening businesses in New York have no professional oversight and the employees have little dental training. (Except instruction on how to take advantage of customer naivety.)

Frederick Hecht recommends that you use extreme caution when considering a take-home Staten Island tooth whitener. If you have tooth decay, gum recession, crowns, or dental veneers, you should deal with these issues before you whiten your teeth.

The portion of your teeth below the gumline, if exposed, may respond differently to tooth whitener. Likewise, the peroxide solution does not noticeably whiten dental crowns and veneers. If you use a DIY tooth whitener on teeth with extensive porcelain restorations, you should probably hope it doesn’t whiten too much–you may end up with a two- or three-tone smile!

Even though Staten Island teeth whitening seems fairly straightforward, your teeth deserve a professional opinion. After all, we are talking about teeth here. You can’t fix an uneven teeth whitening result like you can a bad hair-coloring job.

Schedule a Staten Island tooth whitening evaluation before you waste your money on more Crest White Strips. We can be reached at (347) 695-4370.

Is Malocclusion Causing Your Headache?

Are you a Staten Island adult who suffers with chronic headaches? Have you tried Imitrex, diet adjustments, and chiropractic treatment? Perhaps the cause is not stress-induced tension, spine alignment or eyestrain. Maybe the culprit is right under your nose.

Bite misalignment or malocclusion is a common Staten Island problem that often goes undetected. Nature intended the front teeth to fit slightly forward from the lower teeth. With a perfect bite, the molars fit together like precision gears.

Malocclusion can cause headaches, tooth loosening, tooth fracture, and in extreme cases, difficulty chewing, speaking or breathing.

Staten Island braces are an effective solution for most bite problems. Braces not only move teeth, they can also correct the position and function of the joints, muscles and bones in the jaw. In cases of extreme malocclusion, jaw surgery in Staten Island may be necessary.

Not all Staten Island family dentists treat bite problems. At Staten Island Dental Care we treat all types of malocclusion including overbite, underbite and crossbite. For an affordable Staten Island cosmetic dentistry consultation, call us at (347) 695-4370.

Staten Island Dental Care offers technologically-advanced dentistry in a friendly environment. We offer smile whitening, dental veneers, tooth-colored fillings and dental implants. To learn more about our dental philosophy and available procedures, see http://www.afraidofthedentist.com/about-us/.

Frederick Hecht is a proud member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.

What is a Canted Midline?

Dr. Frederick Hecht considers many factors when designing a smile for a Staten Island smile makeover client. One of the smile design elements involved is the facial midline. The facial midline can be determined by drawing an imaginary line from the center of the eyebrows to the center of the two peaks in the top lip (Cupid’s bow).

The skilled Staten Island cosmetic dentist considers the length and angle of the facial midline to properly position porcelain crowns, veneers and dental implants. When front teeth restorations do not line up with the facial midline, it is called a canted midline. This is a common mistake found in the cosmetic work of inexperienced Staten Island cosmetic dentists.

Most Staten Island dentistry patients do not realize the level of 3-D engineering required in cosmetic dentistry. In addition to the orientation in relation to the facial midline, there is also the angle and size of the teeth in relation to each other and in relation to the size and shape of the lips and gums.

If you are considering an extensive smile makeover, you do not want to trust your smile to an inexperienced Staten Island cosmetic dentist. When you have a smile design consultation with Dr. Frederick Hecht feel free to ask probing questions about Dr. Hecht’s experience and technical design procedures. We are confident that you will feel comfortable choosing Dr. Hecht for your smile makeover.

Staten Island Dental Care is located at 1520 Richmond Avenue in Staten Island. We offer a full range of general and cosmetic dental procedures. Ask us about dental veneers, clear braces, and tooth whitening. We look forward to meeting you. Call us today at (347) 695-4370.

Ask us about sedation dentistry.

Affordable Staten Island Cosmetic Dentistry

Will your New York dental insurance cover Staten Island cosmetic dental procedures? Many Staten Island dentistry clients assume their dental insurance won’t cover any cosmetic dental procedures. This is probably true for tooth whitening or first time dental bonding. However, many New York dental insurance plans and dental supplemental plans cover orthodontia and any treatment needed to repair damage from an injury. Medical insurance and worker’s compensation plans may also cover injury treatment.

Some New York dental insurance plans cover replacement dental veneers in certain circumstances. Check with your carrier for benefit specifics if you need replacement veneers due to deterioration. We can then discuss dental treatment options such as replacement veneers or porcelain crowns. When the work is completed, we may be able to help you submit your dental claim form if your plan requires one.

If you are in need of any kind of dental treatment; from a cleaning to major restorative work, come in to Staten Island Dental care on 1520 Richmond Ave., Staten Island, NY 10314. You can meet our very comfortable and friendly team, undergo a thorough evaluation and discuss financing options. Even if you do not have New York dental insurance, let’s talk. Top quality Staten Island dental treatment is a wise investment and may be more affordable than you think.

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Porcelain Veneers at Staten Island Dental Care

At March 11, 2009
By Staten Island Dental Care
In Cosmetic Dentistry, Porcelain Veneers

With porcelain veneers, you can revamp your smile without significant restorative dental work.

Porcelain veneers are glass-like, wafer-thin covers that are attached to the front of your teeth. Porcelain has been used in dentistry for many years because no other restorative material is such an excellent match for natural tooth enamel. Porcelain is translucent and can be matched to the color of any tooth. It is stronger than enamel and resists stains. Dental ceramists who fabricate porcelain veneers are both artists and technicians. They create beautiful paper-thin wafers that adhere to teeth, correcting chips and stains. Porcelain veneers can also straighten crooked teeth for patients who don’t need orthodontic work.

Patients who receive porcelain veneers appreciate the less-invasive process of enhancing their smile. Newer techniques require no removal of healthy tooth enamel.

We would be happy to show you what dental veneers can do for your smile at our Staten Island dental office.

Staten Island Dental Care is located at 1520 Richmond Avenue in Staten Island. We provide skilled dental care for patients in the greater Staten Island. Our phone number is (718) 761-5757. You can visit the about us page for information about our practice and our comfortable team.