In this post from Staten Island Dental Care we focus on three common myths about dental health. All Sugar Is Equally Bad For Teeth. We all know that sugar increases our risk of tooth decay, but some types are worse than others. Sugar-based foods that sit on the teeth are more dangerous than those that…
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Artistic Smile Masterpieces
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Health
In this blog post from Staten Island Dental Care, we are talking about personal transformation. Many people want to reinvent themselves in at least one aspect of their life. A good start is with your smile, which we can transform with cosmetic dentistry. Cosmetic dentistry is an umbrella term for a range of procedures that…
5 Ways To Prevent A Cracked Tooth
Cracked teeth can be painful, unattractive, and costly to repair. In this post from Staten Island Dental Care, we offer an easy-to-follow list of tips to keep your teeth whole and strong. Avoid chewing on hard things. Patients should steer clear of ice, hard candies, hard nuts, popcorn, and beef jerky. Beware pitted fruits. That…
Afraid of the Dentist? 5 Ways to Reduce Dental Anxiety
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
If you tense up just thinking about going to the dentist, you may benefit from sedation dentistry offered by Staten Island Dental Care. Millions of Americans stress out when they have to see the dentist. It is referred to as dental anxiety. There is a more severe form, too, called dental phobia. In both, some…
Why Improve Your Smile?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Health
Would you like to improve the appearance of your smile? With cosmetic dentistry from Staten Island Dental Care, transforming your smile has never been easier. Cosmetic dentistry is a term that refers to dental techniques that enhance the appearance of your smile. We can make teeth brighter, in better alignment with each other, or without…
Don’t Settle For An Unattractive Smile
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
No one likes to settle for less than the best, especially with something as important as your smile. At Staten Island Dental Care, we have cosmetic dentistry solutions for every smile. Cosmetic dentistry refers to a group of procedures that, individually or collectively, create positive changes to your smile. One procedure, such as teeth whitening,…
Captivate Audiences In New York Once Again
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative Dentistry
Remember when being a five-year-old with a few missing teeth charmed friends and family? When a lisp was considered adorable and endearing? Doesn’t really work for adults. At Staten Island Dental Care we can restore missing teeth with lifelike dental implants. A single-tooth dental implant consists of three parts: the implant itself, a connecting piece…
Smart Brushing Beats Aggressive Brushing
Most people brush their teeth every day (at least we hope so). However, there are many who brush incorrectly, not realizing it may be contributing to oral problems. Here are some smart brushing tips from Staten Island Dental Care: One of the most important things to remember is to use a gentle touch when you…
Smile Makeovers: First Things First
Hello, I’m Dr. Frederick Hecht of Staten Island Dental Care. Thanks for visiting my blog. In today’s post, we will focus on something that happens occasionally when a patient requests cosmetic dentistry from their Staten Island dentist. Let me set the stage. The patient comes in for a consultation about a smile makeover. We’ll call…
Staten Island Dental Care Guide To Plaque, Calculus, And Cavities
Hi. I’m Dr. Frederick Hecht. Welcome to my Staten Island dental blog! I find that many of my patients in the Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Bayonne areas get a couple of dental terms mixed up. Today, I would like to clarify the differences between plaque, calculus, and cavities. Plaque is a film that covers teeth –…
