Hello, I’m Dr. Frederick Hecht of Staten Island Dental Care. We are located at 1520 Richmond Ave in Staten Island. We offer a full range of general, restorative, and cosmetic dental services, including complete cosmetic dental smile makeovers. Ask us about porcelain veneers, cosmetic dentistry and porcelain crowns. At Staten Island Dental Care, we are…
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5 Simple Ways To Avoid A Cracked Tooth In NYC
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Cracked teeth can be painful, unattractive, and expensive to repair. Today’s post in the Staten Island Dental Care dental blog contains an easy-to-follow list of tips to keep your teeth whole and strong. 1. Avoiding a cracked tooth means avoiding chewing on hard things. Mind-blowing, right? Brooklyn and Manhattan dental patients should steer clear of…
If Only I Had Taken Care Of My Teeth…
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Professional dental treatment is a critical investment in your most precious possession – your health. If you are worried about the cost of dental treatment, talk to us about dental financing.
Are You Getting Your Dose Of D?
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Most NYC people know that vitamin D is important for healthy teeth and bones, but many of us fail to get adequate amounts. Today’s article is a friendly reminder to our patients – especially expectant mothers – about the importance of vitamin D.
Toothbrush Wars In NYC
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It may surprise you to know that some NYC people have very strong opinions about which type of toothbrush is the best: manual or electric. Is there really one that is clearly better? Most Staten Island cosmetic dentists will tell you that all toothbrushes, when used correctly, are effective in removing plaque and that choosing which kind you like is really up to you.
Oral Health For NYC Diabetics
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Today’s NYC dental article is entitled ‘Oral Health For NYC Diabetics.’ Many Staten Island people with diabetes have dental problems. However, gum disease, tooth loss, and periodontal disease are avoidable.
Look For The Seal In Staten Island
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When you go to a Staten Island drugstore or supermarket looking for toothpaste, mouthwash, teeth whitener, or other oral care product, make sure that it carries the seal of the American Dental Association. The seal is there to help you make the best choices you can for the products you need to keep your mouth clean and healthy.
What Is Oil Pulling?
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Today’s Staten Island Dental Care dental post looks at oil pulling – an alternative practice that has been generating a lot of buzz around Staten Island.
The Tea And Teeth Question
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Over time, tea can stain the plaque that may eventually turn into tartar. Plaque can be brushed and flossed away with thorough daily oral cleaning rituals. Tartar (which forms if the plaque remains on the teeth for over 24 hours), on the other hand, will need to be removed in-office during a teeth cleaning appointment. Either way, between cleanings a wise method for avoiding tea staining is to rinse with water after drinking tea or to eat something and then to be sure to brush and floss all surfaces of the teeth at the end of the
Don’t Take Stress Out On Your Teeth, Staten Island
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And Staten Island dental patients may find that when they are under stress, it is more common to neglect their oral hygiene habits. Many people in the Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Bayonne areas find that they eat more sugary snacks when they’re under stress.
