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Fixed and Removable Prosthodontics
New York, Staten Island Dental, Dentist, Whitening, cosmetic, and morePorcelain Veneers
Porcelain Crowns
Fixed Bridges
Complete Dentures
Partial Dentures

Implants
Replacement of missing teeth using the latest in implant techniques

General Dentistry
Cosmetic Recontouring and Bonding
Endodontics (Root Canal Therapy)
Routine Fillings
Pediatric Dentistry
Geriatric Dentistry
Oral Surgery
Periodontal Treatment

Other Services
Oral Medicine (treatment of oral lesions)
Periodontal Therapy-nonsurgical and surgical
TMJ--Temporomandibular Joint diagnosis & treatment
Bite Guard Appliances
Treatment of Breath Disorders

Preventive Dentistry and Hygiene
Thorough Professional Teeth Cleaning
Stain, Plaque and Calculus Removal
Enrollment in Hygiene Program to maintain healthy teeth and gums
Periodontal Screening (measurement of gum pockets and bone loss)
Oral Hygiene Counseling
Dental Sealants (cavity prevention)
New York, Staten Island Dental, Dentist, Whitening, cosmetic, and moreFluoride Treatments
Radiographs (x-rays intra - & extra-oral)

Pain Control
Local Anesthesia
Nitrous Oxide (sweet air, gas)
Oral Premedication
Relaxing Stereo Headphones

State of the Art Interoral Camera
With this advanced technology, you can see inside your mouth as your doctor and hygienist do


Crowns, Bridges And Restorative Dentistry
Restorative dentistry may be necessary to replace defects in natural tooth structure as a result of cavities. Broken down old fillings, or fractured or chipped teeth. These restorations are custom fabricated from numerous materials- all ceramic metal free highly esthetic crowns to porcelain fused to gold- depending on the situation. The specific type of material used will depend on your needs, bite and oral condition. We can replace one tooth or missing teeth using crowns and bridges respectively. Crowns and bridges are extremely predictable and long lasting restorations.

Bonding
This is a common one-step procedure utilizing state of the art tooth-colored materials to fill cavities, fix chipped or fractured teeth, close spaces and cover unsightly stains. They are painless and unless there is decay, are usually drill-free. Highly esthetic materials are used in the front of the mouth and more durable materials on the posterior or chewing surfaces. We can fix almost any cosmetic problem with bonding procedures. click here for photo gallery

Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers are the most conservative and esthetic means of creating a more pleasing and beautiful smile. Being 0.3-0.5mm thick (The thickness of an average fingernail), occasionally the minimally invasive preparation of your teeth does not necessitate the use of local anaesthetic. They allow us to change the color, position and shade of any tooth and require the same maintenance as your natural teeth. The glazed porcelain veneers are biocompatible and well tolerated by the gingival tissues. They can last for many years, are stronger than bonding, and also more resistant to chipping and are stain resistant. They are used to "correct" maligned teeth in what I call "Orthodontic Veneering" which can give you straight, whiter, natural looking teeth in a fraction of the time it takes for braces. click here for photo gallery

Whitening
There are several bleaching techniques available and ALL use a peroxide whitening agent in different strengths and formulas. We have found the most effective means to whiten teeth is a combination of in office and a supervised professional dental strength take home kit. The in office segment is done in about an hour and the take home is done for about a week and then used to TOUCH UP or maintain the whiteness of your teeth. No matter which technique used, the teeth will start to dull immediately and is directly related to your habits (smoking, red wine, etc.) and simply breathing polluted air. This is the most economical means for one to maintain their results. click here for photo gallery

Implant Dentistry
Dental Implants are used to replace missing teeth. They are titanium root replacements anchored into the jawbones used to support a tooth, bridge or denture. Contrary to popular belief, they are virtually painless and are a highly predictable alternative to replace one or more missing teeth. The complete procedure can be as short as 8 weeks. They are currently considered standard dentistry in the dental field. click here for photo gallery

Safety And Sterility
It is essential that we provide a clean and safe environment to prevent the transmission of disease. To ensure this, our office meets or exceeds all government (OSHA) required standards for sterilization. You can feel comfortable knowing that we take the following steps:

During all procedures and treatments, our doctors, hygienists, and dental assistants wear gloves, eyeglasses or protective shields and masks. All instruments are sterilized after each use, including handpieces.

Disposable products are used whenever possible. All surfaces of equipment which may be touched during treatment are disinfected after each use. All treatment rooms are regularly cleaned and disinfected after each patient.

A state-of-the-art pressure sterilizer, called an autoclave, is used to sterilize all metal instruments. Before being placed in the autoclave, the instruments are rinsed and scrubbed, disinfected and ultrasonically cleaned. All sterilization equipment is tested by an outside agency to ensure that it is functioning properly. Plastic instruments are sterilized overnight.