Residents of Brooklyn and Staten Island use the word ‘cavity’ often when discussing oral health practices. Along with teeth whitening and other cosmetic dentistry procedures, cavities are a hot topic. At Staten Island Dental Care we think it’s great that people in the Staten Island area are so conscious of their teeth, and we feel…
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Dental Sealants – Another Tool For Cavity Prevention In Staten Island
Categories: Dental Health
General dentistry patients in the Staten Island area know that regular brushing and flossing are essential for optimal oral health. However, the bristles of your toothbrush can’t reach into every small groove and depression in your teeth, especially the really bumpy back teeth. That’s where sealants can be invaluable. Dental sealants are a plastic material…
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…
Tooth Colored Fillings In Staten Island
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Hello! Welcome to the Staten Island Dental Care blog. If this your first visit, we hope you find useful information about our Staten Island cosmetic dentistry practice. If you have read some of our previous articles, we are glad you checked back with us. We post new articles regularly. My name is Dr. Frederick Hecht. I…
Raise Your Dental IQ In Staten Island
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
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…
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…
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…
Staten Island Dental Care Treats Cankers Sores, Lesions, and Fever Blisters
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
At Staten Island Dental Care, one of the most common complaints we hear from Staten Island general dentistry patients is problems with mouth sores. There are many different kinds of oral lesions which can make eating and talking painful. Some are annoying yet harmless, while other sores are more serious and require medical intervention. Though…
Get Your Teeth In Shape, Staten Island!
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
These days Staten Island residents are more conscious of their health than ever. Many of us are trying to stay active, eat a balanced diet, and better manage stress. When you feel healthy, attractive, and happy, you smile more often. You want your smile to compliment and enhance your physical and mental condition. Here at…
Diet Changes For Healthier Teeth In Staten Island
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Hello, I am Dr. Frederick Hecht of Staten Island Dental Care. Today’s blog topic is ‘How Your Diet Affects Your Smile.’ I’m sure you brush and floss regularly and hopefully visit your Staten Island general dentistry practice for cleanings, but did you know that making small changes to your diet can improve your oral health?…
