Most Staten Island general dentistry patients don’t often think of a tooth as a body part that fluctuates in strength. Our teeth seem to have a steady hardness and dependably grind food whenever we need them. However, teeth are dynamic organisms with chemical processes that occur continually. The protective enamel that covers the softer interior…
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To Chew Or Not To Chew In Staten Island
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Hello Staten Island gum chewers, today we’re going to talk about that sticky wad in your mouth. You know that it can freshen your breath, but can it really help prevent cavities? That’s the question we’re asking in today’s Staten Island general dentistry blog. It really depends on the type of gum. Chewing regular sucrose-based…
Staten Island Dental Care in Staten Island Cares For Teeth
Categories: General Dentistry
Dentists in Staten Island are concerned with your oral health and thus care about the condition of your mouth and all of your many teeth. At Staten Island Dental Care we recognize that your teeth help you both eat and speak. You use your teeth to tear, scrape, and chew food, as well as to…
Preventative Maintenance For Your Irreplaceable Smile In Staten Island
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Hi, I’m Dr. Fred Hecht of Staten Island Dental Care. If you are one of my existing patients, welcome back. If this is your first visit, I appreciate you stopping by. My trust-building team and I love taking care of our Staten Island area cosmetic dentistry patients. Today’s article is for Staten Island area people…
Keep Teeth Healthy During Pregnancy
Categories: Dental Health
If you are pregnant, your oral health may be the last thing on your mind. However, many Staten Island women experience an increase in dental problems during pregnancy. This article contains important information for expectant Staten Island mothers and those planning to become pregnant. Dr. Frederick Hecht recommends having a thorough dental cleaning early in…
Why Is Dry Mouth Dangerous For Staten Island Dental Patients?
Categories: Dental Health
Hello, welcome to the Staten Island Dental Care blog. Today we are going to talk about Dry Mouth, an unpleasant condition that can actually endanger the oral health of Staten Island Dental Care dentistry patients. Reduction of saliva flow resulting in a dry mouth is a more common problem among older adults, however, people of…
