While substandard dental hygiene is the most prevalent cause of halitosis, many circumstances can contribute to or intensify the condition. One of these is the lack of saliva or xerostomia. Saliva and Oral Health Saliva moistens the teeth and gums and gets rid of odiferous dead cells. Saliva also neutralizes the ever-present acids on the […]
Teeth Whitening
6 Characteristics Of A Beautiful Smile
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry
It has been said that beauty is in the eye of the beholder, however, when it comes to teeth, there are some features that are generally considered pleasing:
Whitening For 3 Types Of Tooth Stains In Staten Island
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Teeth Whitening
The degree of whiteness attained and the treatment time necessary depends on the type of stains being treated.
“At Staten Island Dental Care, You’re Treated Like Family “
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
At Staten Island Dental Care, our Staten Island patients are treated like family. I am Dr. Frederick Hecht and my relationship with my clients is paramount. You know what puts a smile on my face? When I use advanced cosmetic dentistry to create a dazzling smile makeover for one of my patients. If you are […]
Your Perfect Smile Is Only A Few Dental Visits Away, Manhattan!
Categories: Teeth Whitening
What does it take to really change the way you look? Hours upon hours at the gym? Expensive trips to the most cutting-edge salon in the Staten Island area? What about a routine trip to your dentist? You may not love going to the dentist, but you will love the results when they help you […]
Not Happy With Your Gums? Ask About Contouring In Staten Island
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Some Staten Island are dental patients who are interested in a full smile makeover might want to consider gum contouring. This cosmetic dentistry procedure is helpful for people who feel that their gums rest too low or too high on their teeth. If you feel that your gums cover too much of the surface of […]
Have You Thanked Your Dental Assistant Lately, Staten Island?
Categories: General Dentistry
Your Staten Island area dental practice would be a very different place if it weren’t for the competent dental assistants who work there. Today in our Staten Island dental blog, we would like to highlight the importance of these hard workers who are often taken for granted. Dental assistants make your dental appointment much more […]
Re-Contour Your Teeth At Staten Island Dental Care
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
If your crooked, discolored teeth keep you from smiling and you feel like there is nothing you can do about it please give me a call! My name is Dr. Frederick Hecht and my staff and I at Staten Island Dental Care have been giving the people of Staten Island something to smile about since […]
Stay Out Of The Staten Island Dental Danger Zone
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
You would never consider running a red light on a busy Staten Island street or crossing over a lane of orange construction cones on the freeway, but you might be doing some everyday things that are a real danger to your oral health. I’m Dr. Frederick Hecht, a dentist serving the Staten Island area, and […]
When Style And Oral Health Collide in Staten Island
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Health
Oral piercing is a popular form of body-art in Staten Island, but just because it’s popular doesn’t mean it’s safe. I’m Dr. Frederick Hecht, a dentist serving the Staten Island area. When my patients ask me about the safety of oral piercings, I make sure they understand the possible consequences. First, Staten Island residents should […]
