Mother Theresa once said “Peace begins with a smile.” Perhaps that peace should start with the person who is smiling. How do you feel about your smile? Are you at peace with it? Does it express your best self? If there’s room for improvement, talk to the team at Staten Island Dental Care about cosmetic…
Restorative Dentistry
Behind The Scenes: Dental Crown Fabrication
This post looks at the complex process required to fabricate a dental crown. Dental crowns, like those from Staten Island Dental Care, can be constructed with metal, ceramic (porcelain), plastics, or varying combinations of these. We will describe the process used to create a porcelain crown, though the steps are similar to those used for…
What Can Veneers Do For Your Smile?
Hello, and welcome to our Staten Island Dental Care blog. In this post, we are taking the time to answer a common question that many dental patients have. The question is, “What exactly are veneers and how are they used in cosmetic dentistry?” Porcelain veneers are thin shells made from durable, translucent porcelain or composite…
Restoring Teeth At Staten Island Dental Care – Dr. Frederick Hecht
At Staten Island Dental Care, we use a variety of methods to restore damaged teeth. Most dental patients are familiar with fillings. Traditional fillings are also called ‘direct restorations’ because they are applied to the tooth and then shaped and polished in one visit. Another type of filling is called an ‘indirect restoration’ and is…
Change Your Life! Dental Implants in Staten Island
Healthy teeth that work as nature intended are indispensable for a high quality of life and overall health. Anyone missing a tooth might be interested in learning about dental implants, available from Staten Island Dental Care. Dental implants can be used to replace one or two teeth, or to anchor dentures. Mini dental implants, also…
Let’s Make A Plan! Dental Health in Staten Island
When you are dedicated to reaching a goal, the difference between success and failure may be whether you follow a plan. At Staten Island Dental Care, we remind you that your dental health is the result of a good plan. Do you have a goal to improve your smile? Maybe you haven’t thought much about…
What Can Fluoride Do For You?
At Staten Island Dental Care, we are concerned with the dental health of each of our patients. Today’s post focuses on fluoride: what it is, and why it is so beneficial to your dental health. The Miracle Mineral Fluoride is a mineral, plain and simple. Fluoride occurs naturally in different foods as well as in…
Don’t Skip That Checkup! Restorative Dentistry in Staten Island
Sometimes your to-do list has more things on it than can be accomplished in the time you have available. But Staten Island Dental Care urges you to never put off your regular appointments. If you do, what might have been a simple checkup could turn into restorative dentistry. We want all of our patients to…
You Have Nothing To Lose Except Loose Dentures
Categories: Restorative Dentistry
Today’s dental technology has solved the problem of aggravating loose-fitting dentures with a fantastic tooth replacement option. Instead of relying on your tongue, a weak suction, and some dental adhesive to keep false teeth in place, dental implant posts can anchor full or partial dentures. The dentures are secure enough to allow the wearer to…
What’s The Difference Between An Inlay And An Onlay?
Categories: Restorative Dentistry
If you have tooth sensitivity or pain when you chew with your back teeth, the surfaces may be damaged. One option for restoration is the use of an inlay or onlay made of metal, composite resin, or porcelain. Inlays are very strong and shaped to precisely fit a hole in a damaged tooth. The choice…
