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…
General Dentistry
Smile Necessities And Possibilities
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
With cosmetic dentistry, Staten Island Dental Care creates sensational smiles for patients. A smile makeover doesn’t just make your smile more attractive. It also builds self-confidence. You will be more comfortable in your professional and personal interactions. Let’s Talk Not happy with your smile? Schedule a consultation with us. We’ll discuss what is needed, what is…
Tooth Sensitivity Treatment At Staten Island Dental Care – Dr. Frederick Hecht
Millions of Americans experience tooth sensitivity to one degree or another, causing them to avoid certain foods and beverages. If this sounds like you, please talk to us about it at Staten Island Dental Care. People with sensitive teeth are most likely to have problems with temperature. Hot or cold things, like ice cream, can…
3 Smart Smile Solutions
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
In this post from Staten Island Dental Care, we concentrate on three innovative procedures used in smile makeovers. 1. Tooth Implants Tooth implants are transforming the face of dentistry. For most patients, a dental implant is the ideal solution for a missing tooth. A dental implant is a metal (usually titanium) rod implanted into the…
How Often Should I Replace My Toothbrush?
Have you replaced your toothbrush lately? You don’t have to answer that. At Staten Island Dental Care we recommend replacing your toothbrush every three months. Too many people wait too long to get a new toothbrush, which can be bad for their dental health. It’s one of the reasons why most dentists hand out free…
Two Hints For When You’re Too Tired To Brush
Too tired to touch a toothbrush? We’ve all been there. This blog post from Staten Island Dental Care has two fabulously quick ideas for overcoming exhaustion in favor of brushing and flossing late at night. Idea #1 Drag Tongue Along Teeth As you lie in bed and realize you forgot to brush, drag your tongue over…
Unexpected Stress? Don’t Forget Your Smile
This message from Staten Island Dental Care is about stress, your dental health, and your smile. When you have to juggle extra balls, some are bound to get dropped. Perhaps you are going through a divorce or became the caregiver for an ailing parent. Perhaps you took on a second job or started night school…
Protect Your Enamel, Protect Your Teeth
This message from Staten Island Dental Care is about the importance of tooth enamel, and keeping it healthy. If you keep your tooth enamel healthy, you can avoid many dental ailments. You’ll minimize the risk of getting cavities. Your teeth will be less likely to chip or crack, and you can avoid many causes of…
Tell Your Dentist Which Prescription Meds You Are Taking
It’s standard practice for healthcare providers to find out which medications their patients are taking. At Staten Island Dental Care, our patients sometimes wonder why we ask them about prescription medications before their dental procedure. Here’s why: Some medications—prescription or over-the-counter—can influence oral health or dental treatment. Bleeding Issues Heparin/warfarin and other anticoagulants can bring…
How Often Do You Change Your Toothbrush?
Have you replaced your toothbrush lately? You don’t have to answer that. At Staten Island Dental Care we recommend replacing your toothbrush every three months. Too many people wait too long to get a new toothbrush, which can be bad for their dental health. It’s one of the reasons why most dentists hand out free…
