Are manual toothbrushes obsolete? Would you believe people have been asking that question for more than fifty years? At Staten Island Dental Care we assure you the answer is no – an old school manual toothbrush is one of your best friends, when it comes to maintaining your dental health. “Wait a minute,” you might…
Dental Health
Why Is An Implant Better For Oral Health?
Dental implants are an ideal replacement for lost teeth. At last count more than three million Americans have received one. At Staten Island Dental Care, we are providers of these dental marvels. What Is A Dental Implant? A dental implant is a titanium post that is surgically implanted into your jaw. For a single missing…
We Love Patient Referrals!
At Staten Island Dental Care, many of our new patients come to us because a current patient recommended us to a friend. This is, of course, very flattering. It’s important to any practice to get new patients, but when they come to us because a current patient is so pleased with our care, it is…
5 Critical Oral Cancer Facts
At Staten Island Dental Care we encourage people to come in twice a year for a dental examination and cleaning. If you skip them because you don’t think you have any tooth decay, perhaps getting an oral cancer screening is a more persuasive reason. In the last few decades, lung and breast cancer have had a lot…
Periodontal Disease Is Linked To Systemic Diseases
The formal name of advanced gum disease is periodontitis. It’s one of the leading causes of tooth loss, and affects nearly half of Americans over the age of thirty. But advanced gum disease can be treated at Staten Island Dental Care, and does not have to result in the loss of teeth. What do your…
Think A Missing Back Tooth Is No Big Deal?
Categories: Dental Health, Dental Implants
Most people are embarrassed by having a missing tooth in the front of the mouth. It may not be fair, but a gaping hole would have negative connotations for just about anyone. We can address that issue with a dental implant, at Staten Island Dental Care. But what about a missing molar? Someone who loses…
How Dental Implants Are Changing Dentures
If you wear dentures, you know that they are not an ideal solution for missing teeth. They can slip, cause gum irritation, bone loss, and leave you with an inability to taste food due to a covered palate. The good news? Implant-supported dentures from Staten Island Dental Care offer a better solution. If you currently wear traditional…
Should You Worry About Dental X-rays?
At Staten Island Dental Care, keeping our patients in excellent dental health is much easier when we have thorough information about their teeth and gums. Pictures are, indeed, worth a thousand words. Pictures, in the form of x-rays, are more useful than written notes. They show us what’s going on below the surface of your…
Tooth Implants: The Role Of The Abutment
A dental implant from Staten Island Dental Care is a common yet sophisticated procedure. An implant involves three main components: The implant—also called a post or artificial tooth root The abutment—a connector piece The prosthesis—artifical tooth crown, dental bridge, or denture/partial denture In this article, we talk about the vital connecting component: the abutment. What…
Patient-Centered Dental Care
At Staten Island Dental Care, we are enthusiastic about providing patient-focused dental care of the highest standard. We are here to help you achieve excellent dental health. You could be our next success story! What is patient-focused care? A check-up with no cavities? A sensational smile? A crown that looks as natural as the surrounding…
