There are many simple things that the average Staten Island area resident can do to raise their Dental IQ and improve their oral health. One simple lesson involves bacteria, and everyone’s mouth has a lot of it. But, don’t worry, bacteria per se isn’t the problem. Dental problems occur for Staten Island patients when the…
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Pregnancy And Oral Health In Staten Island
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Health
In today’s Staten Island Dental Care blog we will discuss how pregnancy impacts your dental health. I am Dr. Frederick Hecht and I want all Staten Island area expectant mothers to realize the importance of good oral hygiene during pregnancy. Because of the changes going on in a pregnant woman’s body there are potential dental…
Mouthwash Facts In Staten Island
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Hi, I am Dr. Frederick Hecht and this is the Staten Island Dental Care family dentistry blog. In today’s post I would like to discuss mouthwash. Many Staten Island residents use mouthwashes to freshen their breath and help retard tooth decay. Mouthwash should never be used exclusively though, good dental hygiene starts with a thorough…
Veneers Create Stunning Smiles in Staten Island
Categories: Porcelain Veneers
Veneers have myriad applications in Staten Island cosmetic smile dentistry. With veneers, you can transform your smile without significant restorative dental work. Is your tooth enamel worn and thin? Tooth-colored porcelain veneers have the translucency of healthy tooth enamel. Many Staten Island dental clients have received veneers to cover worn enamel. Some believe they look…
Staten Island Dental Patients, Take Care Of Your Toothbrush!
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
The common household toothbrush. Every Staten Island home has at least one, and hopefully all Staten Island residents are brushing their teeth after each meal. While cosmetic dentistry and a complete smile makeover seem to be all the rage these days, daily brushing is still the most important thing you can do for your oral…
Relieving Your Dental Anxiety At Staten Island Dental Care
Categories: Endodontics, Sedation Dentistry
Hello Staten Island dental blog visitors, welcome to the Staten Island Dental Care blog. I am Dr. Frederick Hecht and I specialize in cosmetic and sedation dentistry. A close friend of mine recently expressed fears about her upcoming root canal. She was anxious about the pain she might experience and worried about getting work off…
Missing Teeth In Staten Island? Dentures And Implants Restore Smiles
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative Dentistry
If you have had years of dental problems or are embarrassed by your teeth, our comfortable team at Staten Island Dental Care can help you find the restoration procedure right for you. You could be a candidate for complete or partial dentures or dental implants. A removable replacement for missing teeth, dentures can be made…
Treating Bite Problems in Staten Island
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Malocclusions (bite problems) include overbites, underbites and crossbites. Jaw alignment disorders restrict proper chewing, talking, and swallowing. They can also cause teeth to shift around in the mouth. Staten Island dentistry patients with bite problems are at a greater risk for tooth decay and periodontal disease because bite misalignment often makes it difficult to maintain…
Staten Island Dental Care Cosmetic Dentistry – A Reason To Smile
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, General Dentistry
Hello friends of Staten Island Dental Care! If you haven’t visited our blog in a while, we welcome you. It has been a great month at our state-of-the-art Staten Island general dentistry practice. We continue to achieve fantastic results with our precision smile makeovers. If you have never seen our photo gallery of actual Staten…
An Air-dried Toothbrush Is A Healthy Toothbrush, Staten Island
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Today in our Staten Island general dentistry blog we will highlight some of the simple things you can do with your toothbrush to keep your mouth as clean and healthy as possible. One of the most important habits Staten Island residents can form is to always allow their toothbrush to completely air dry between uses.…
