At Staten Island Dental Care we strive for excellence in dentistry every day. Providing the best possible dental care goes beyond cleanings and exams. We like patients who ask a lot of questions, because that tells us they are taking a strong interest in their dental health. Frequently Asked Questions One of the questions we’re…
General Dentistry
How Much Do You Know About Gum Disease?
Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss in adult Americans, yet many people are surprisingly under-informed about it. In this blog post from Staten Island Dental Care, we share some basic facts about gum disease. In its earliest and most treatable stage, gum disease is called gingivitis. The more advanced form is called…
Why is the 4-Step Tooth Implant Timeline Necessary?
Categories: Dental Implants, General Dentistry
Dental implants from Staten Island Dental Care are state-of-the-art in tooth replacement. The process for getting an i plant can take several months, but don’t let that discourage you. Each stage of the procedure is important. It’s not a drawback; it is indicative of the permanent nature of an implant. The Dental Implant Timeline 1.…
Do You Eat A Smile-Healthy Diet?
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Maintaining healthy teeth is an important concern to us at Staten Island Dental Care. We want all of our patients to enjoy healthy teeth and gums. Keeping your teeth healthy requires thorough brushing and flossing, every single day. Regular cleanings and checkups are also necessary for preventing cavities and maintaining good dental health. It’s easy…
Healthy Living Starts With A Smile
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
What comes to mind when you think of healthy living? A dinner plate with a grilled chicken breast and a tossed salad? A cholesterol test that shows your arteries are looking good? If you pictured a white, healthy smile free of cavities, Staten Island Dental Care salutes you. Essential Dental Health Brushing your teeth every…
When It’s Better Not To Brush
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
This message from Staten Island Dental Care is aboout tooth enamel. Though thin and partially translucent, tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the body and has the critical job of protecting teeth from constant use, and from the assault of chemicals in food and drink. Enamel also safeguards tooth nerves from hot and cold…
How To Make Brushing Your Teeth A Habit
Brushing and flossing your teeth twice a day is one of the best things you can do to maintain good dental health. You’ve probably heard us say that more than once, at Staten Island Dental Care. Not many patients like to admit it, but studies show that some people have a hard time working regular…
5 Reasons To Schedule A Dental Cleaning Today
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Are you one of those people who dread having your teeth cleaned? At Staten Island Dental Care, we get it: no one really likes having their teeth and gums poked, prodded, and scraped. But for most people it’s simple and painless, and in the long run it is well worth it! Here are five really…
15 Things You Didn’t Know About Teeth
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Teeth are alive, but it’s easy to forget that and take them for granted. At Staten Island Dental Care we never take teeth for granted – but then, as dental professionals we probably understand better than most just how amazing teeth can be. We’re using this blog post to share some of the more interesting…
What is Patient-Centered Dental Care?
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
A question from the team at Staten Island Dental Care: What is your perception of the patient-dentist relationship? Would you characterize it as one-sided? In other words, the dentist examines the patient’s teeth, chooses the course of treatment, and performs the procedure-while the patient is an inconsequential participant. It Starts With The Atmosphere We don’t…
