If you’ve lost a tooth (or multiple teeth) to disease, injury, or other problems, you may be considering different restoration methods. In recent years, dental implants have become increasingly popular. These “new teeth” closely resemble your natural teeth structurally, cosmetically, and functionally. Just as a natural tooth has a root and a crown – an… Read more »
Category: Restorative Dentistry Syosset LI NY
What Are The Benefits Of A Dental Crown?
You may need a dental crown for a variety of reasons – to protect a broken tooth, to protect teeth weakened from large or deteriorated old fillings, to cover a dental implant, to support a dental bridge or for cosmetic reasons. In the past, dental crowns have been made out of materials like gold or… Read more »
Syosset Dentist Warns Against Facial Collapse
Adult tooth loss is common. Leading causes for tooth loss include tooth decay, forceful trauma, and especially gum disease. You have a plethora of cosmetic dental choices to improve the look of your less-than-perfect smile. However, in the case of tooth loss, you must consider more than how your smile looks. Dr. Richard Kobak explains… Read more »
Restorative Dentistry in Syosset, NY
Did you know that most people will need restorative dentistry at some point in their lifetime? In fact, only 1% of people in the United States never develop a cavity. If your teeth are damaged by injury or decay, restorative dentistry restores tooth function and saves your teeth from further damage. Restorative dental procedures require… Read more »
Celebrity Smile Quiz from Syosset Dental
Celebrities are famous for their flawless, immaculate smiles. To ordinary folks, it may seem like they were just born with those straight, pearly whites. Despite this misconception, most people are not born with a perfect smile. Did you know that most celebrities with white, straight looking teeth have opted for some type of cosmetic dentistry?… Read more »
The Facts about Tooth Enamel
Enamel is one of four dental tissues present in the tooth. It provides a protective outer layer and guards teeth against daily wear and tear, such as grinding and chewing. Currently, researchers are unable to replicate enamel tissues; however, dentists use onlays and bonding procedures to guard teeth from further damage after enamel loss has… Read more »
Cosmetic Dentistry for a Brilliant Bridal Smile
A recent survey asked brides to list what they wished they had done differently for their wedding. Coming in at #2 was “I could’ve brightened my smile more.” Though it may not seem like you have time to see your dentist as you prepare for your wedding, you may be surprised at how easily Dr…. Read more »
Smile Makeover: Tom Cruise
Tom Cruise is a great actor with a great smile, but he’s had some major dental work to get his straight teeth. Dentists and orthodontics have made his smile makeover a mission possible. As a young star, his teeth looked terrible. They were misaligned, with almost each tooth going a different direction. Some of his… Read more »
Dental Implants from Your Syosset Dentist
Missing teeth are not aesthetically pleasing, and they also pose a threat to both your oral and overall health. They can lead to the shifting of surrounding teeth, further tooth loss, jawbone deterioration, and gum disease (along with its related ill health effects). Dental implants, titanium posts that act as replacements for natural tooth roots,… Read more »
Inlays and Onlays: Durable and Attractive Alternatives to Dental Fillings
Of all the restorative dental procedures available, inlays and onlays tend to be the least known about among my patients. In a restorative world ruled by dental fillings and crowns, inlays and onlays offer an equivalent restorative option. In fact, most dentists prefer to use inlays and onlays when more than half of the tooth’s… Read more »
