Dental implants from Staten Island Dental Care support teeth so lifelike, patients have been known to forget some of their teeth aren’t real. That’s now natural their look and function is. Those simple facts are enough to make most people choose dental implants if they need to replace one or more of their teeth. Then…
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What are Implant-Stabilized Dentures?
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative Dentistry
Imagine being able to replace your missing teeth with dentures that are so stable, they seem more like natural teeth than ordinary dentures ever could. With implant-supported dentures from Staten Island Dental Care you don’t have to imagine: they’re here. Anyone who wears orindary dentures knows how difficult it is to keep them secure in…
Is Your Smile In A World Of Hurt?
Do you have extreme tooth damage, bone loss, or few to no remaining teeth? This post from Staten Island Dental Care is for anyone whose mouth is in a world of hurt. We understand how dental issues impact you every day of your life. Whatever the cause of the condition – severe mouth injury, disability,…
Are Dental Implants Experimental?
Categories: Dental Health, Dental Implants
Dental implants are tooth replacement marvels that have been placed in millions of people. They look and function just like the real thing, and are available at Staten Island Dental Care. Technically, dental implants are not replacement teeth. The actual implant is a titanium post that is inserted into your jaw. In a few months’…
9 Tips For Preventing Gum Disease
Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss in the United States. But it is a preventable disease, and also treatable, at Staten Island Dental Care. Here are some simple ways to keep your teeth and gums healthy. Brush your teeth for two to three minutes, at least twice a day, with fluoridated toothpaste.…
Daily Oral Hygiene: Put Your Heart Into It
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
In this message from Staten Island Dental Care, we remind you of the link between your dental health and your overall health. Scientists, dentists, and cardiologists have known for years that there is a connection between gum disease and heart problems. However, a recent study analyzed oral health habits and heart disease risk. Science Daily…
Dental Questions? We Have Answers.
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
At Staten Island Dental Care we strive for excellence in dentistry every day. Providing the best possible dental care goes beyond cleanings and exams. We like patients who ask a lot of questions, because that tells us they are taking a strong interest in their dental health. Frequently Asked Questions One of the questions we’re…
What is the Recovery Time for a Dental Implant?
Categories: Dental Health, Dental Implants
Once one of our patients at Staten Island Dental Care decides to go ahead with a dental implant, one of the first things they want to know is: how long is the recovery time? Our answer? Recovery is difficult to predict, because every case is different. There are various factors that go into the process,…
How Much Do You Know About Gum Disease?
Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss in adult Americans, yet many people are surprisingly under-informed about it. In this blog post from Staten Island Dental Care, we share some basic facts about gum disease. In its earliest and most treatable stage, gum disease is called gingivitis. The more advanced form is called…
Why is the 4-Step Tooth Implant Timeline Necessary?
Categories: Dental Implants, General Dentistry
Dental implants from Staten Island Dental Care are state-of-the-art in tooth replacement. The process for getting an i plant can take several months, but don’t let that discourage you. Each stage of the procedure is important. It’s not a drawback; it is indicative of the permanent nature of an implant. The Dental Implant Timeline 1.…
