There is no doubt that a healthy, pleasing smile positively impacts one’s life. It lets us convey confidence and friendliness in business and social settings. A beautiful healthy smile also affects our personal relationships. When we smile, we appear (and feel!) younger and more attractive. Research has shown that smiling also helps reduce stress, increase…
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What You See And What You Don’t
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
If you have had restorations, orthodontia, or a complete cosmetic dental smile makeover, you want people to notice the final outcome – your unforgettable smile. There is a lot, however, that is going on behind the scenes. Today’s post talks about three critical smile makeover components that are not readily apparent when you smile, but…
5 Cavity Basics
Categories: Dental Health
Some of the most popular dental topics discussed in Brooklyn and Staten Island relate to cosmetic dentistry. However, the desire to avoid cavities is still the main reason Manhattan and Bayonne residents visit their dentists, so today the Staten Island dental blog is going to highlight the 5 things you need to know about cavities.…
How Long Will A Dental Crown Last?
Categories: Dental Crowns
NYC endodontists, oral surgeons, and general dentists use dental crowns (sometimes called caps) in many restorative treatments. A crown adds strength to a tooth that has a large filling or has been injured, a crown can correct bite misalignments, and a crown is usually necessary after a root canal. In a dental implant procedure, attaching…
Hi, Staten Island, We’re Staten Island Dental Care – Dr. Frederick Hecht!
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry
Hi, Staten Island. We’re Staten Island Dental Care – Dr. Frederick Hecht! We have been providing quality dental care to patients in the Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Bayonne areas since 1976. We are passionate about the oral health of our patients and we are currently accepting new patients. At Staten Island Dental Care – Dr. Frederick Hecht…
Less Is More In Dentistry
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry
There are valuable new developments in New York dentistry: stronger, natural-looking materials; improved techniques; more effective diagnostic methods; and more precise instruments. Combine these with the experience and expertise of Dr. Frederick Hecht and you’re left with less of what used to make people dread going to the dentist. Less Pain Improved painkillers, lasers, and…
Preventing Tooth Decay In New York
Categories: Dental Health
In New York, tooth decay is one of the most common childhood problems, yet tooth decay also affects adults. Staten Island Dental Care serves people from 18 to 85 years old to help fight tooth decay.
A New Reason To Eat More Fish
Categories: Dental Health
Gum disease is a common dental issue for many Manhattan folks. When gum tissue pulls away from a tooth, it forms a pocket. (You know what they say about Nature abhorring a vacuum.) This pocket is a warm, moist place for bacteria to flourish. If periodontitis goes untreated, the tooth and jaw bone are at risk. During dental examinations, I carefully measure gumline pockets and examine all teeth for gum disease.
Tonsil Stones: Staten Island’s Questions Answered
Categories: Dental Health
Hi, my name is Dr. Frederick Hecht and I am a cosmetic dentist with a full-service practice in Staten Island. Today in the Staten Island Dental Care dental blog I would like to address the subject of tonsil stones. The first thing that Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Bayonne dental patients usually ask about tonsil stones is, “What in the world are tonsil stones?”
Affordable Teeth Whitening?
Categories: Teeth Whitening
Don’t trust your smile to an internet scammer. Your NYC tooth whitening dental office is the only place for safe teeth bleaching. You don’t want to take a chance with your credit card number or your tooth enamel! Call us at Staten Island Dental Care for advanced cosmetic dentistry and worry-free tooth whitening.
