Teeth take a lot of tender, loving care. But even when we do our best with daily brushing, bacteria can sneak in and cause cavities – the common cold of dental health. At Staten Island Dental Care, we have been filling cavities for years. Few people go their entire life without getting a cavity. Unfortunately…
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The Not-So-Obvious Benefits Of A Smile Makeover
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Smile Makeover
A cosmetic dentistry smile makeover is transformative for a person who has been embarrassed by their smile for years. But it’s not just about looking younger and more attractive—though it most certainly will do that. A smile makeover from Staten Island Dental Care can improve your life in ways that many men and women do…
Say Goodbye To Old Amalgam Fillings
Categories: General Dentistry, White fillings
Do you recall what your teeth looked like before you had your first cavity? When you opened your mouth to laugh or yawn, the people with you could see only pearly white molar surfaces. With white fillings from Staten Island Dental Care, you can re-create that pristine look. If you are like many individuals, you…
You Know It When You See It
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Smile Makeover
You may not be able to express why all the elements blend in perfect harmony, but you know it when you see it. I’m talking about a beautiful smile, like you can get with a smile makeover from Staten Island Dental Care. What characteristics are we talking about? You may be surprised at how many…
Are Floss Picks As Good As Regular Dental Floss?
Flossing your teeth is as important to dental health as brushing. While it’s better to use a floss pick than to not floss at all, it’s important to note that they don’t do as thorough a job as regular floss. At Staten Island Dental Care, we recommend traditional floss or dental tape. A floss pick…
Five Facts About Enamel Erosion
Categories: General Dentistry
Our teeth work hard and are continually under attack. It’s no wonder that nature encases them with an armor of enamel—the hardest substance in the body. Tragically, enamel erosion is extremely pervasive, though largely preventable. Enamel’s chief enemies are acidic foods and beverages. Other factors that can weaken enamel or wear it away are some…
The Guide To Teeth Whitening
So you want to whiten your teeth? It’s an economical way to upgrade your smile, look younger, and feel more confident when you interact with people in business or social settings, and just one facet of a smile makeover from Staten Island Dental Care. Here are 5 things we recommend when it comes to teeth…
Worried About Dental Visits?
Millions of Americans cope with dental anxiety. We see it almost every day at Staten Island Dental Care, and offer sedation dentistry to those who need it. “How can I manage anxiety about visiting the dentist?” 1. Consider what the anxiety stems from. For example: pain, injections, loss of control, personal space invasion, embarrassment about…
Dental Care For ICU Patients Lowers Infection Risk
This post from Staten Island Dental Care focuses on an article that appeared recently on ScienceDaily.com. The article describes a study of Brazilian ICU patients that compared infection rates of those who received enhanced dental health care against those who didn’t. The patients who received the more intense care were 56 percent less likely to…
Both Smoking And Vaping Put Your Smile At Risk
A recent study on the influences of e-cigarettes on oral health has more bad news for people who believe vaping is less dangerous than smoking traditional cigarettes. In a study published in the journal Oncotarget, analysts concluded that e-cigarettes may cause chronic inflammation and irreversible cellular weakening. These conditions, in turn, can bring about gum disease,…
