Family cosmetic dentistry focuses on providing dental services that enhance the appearance of a person’s teeth, gums, and smile. It goes beyond just oral health and aims to improve the aesthetic appeal of a person’s smile. Family cosmetic dentists are trained to provide a range of services that cater to both adults and children, making
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The days of uncomfortable metal wires and visible brackets are no more! Invisalign offers patients a new way to straighten their teeth that’s just as, if not more effective than braces. The dentists at Gentle Dental Family Care are exceptionally skilled at Invisalign treatment plans and designing your smile. Here are the 5 reasons why
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As you age, it’s completely natural for your tooth enamel to slowly wear down. Similar to age spots on the face, your teeth can also develop spotting and stains as you mature. At the age of 30, the average adult will have lost about a millimeter from their front teeth due to the friction caused
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So you’re missing a tooth, and are ready to do something about it. You head to Google to research your options and will most likely see information about Dental Implants pop up immediately. You do the research and start to wonder, what is it really like? This blog post will outline what to expect when
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Your dentist should be the first person you call if you have a dental emergency. The dentists at Gentle Dental Family Care set aside time for emergency procedures and are open on Sundays and some late evenings to accommodate emergency patients. We are available for patients in Long Island and Queens for any and all
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If you’re missing a tooth you have a lot of options. The least advisable is to do nothing! It’s not just about aesthetics…Replacing a lost tooth is important to restoring maximum function, maintaining the alignment of surrounding teeth, and preserving facial contours. The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) reports that 92% of adults
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Dentistry has a come a long way in the past few decades, giving us more and more options for solving common problems like tooth loss. Today you can choose from a bridge, dental implant, or comfortable, natural-looking dentures to restore function and appearance. At Gentle Dental Family Care we specialize in dental implants and have
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So you think you’ve broken, chipped, or cracked your tooth? Don’t panic! Although this isn’t the ideal situation you’d like to be in, there’s no need to worry because Gentle Dental Family Care is here to help. We’ll tell you exactly what you need to do if you break your tooth. What to do If
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Bleeding gums are the most common symptom of gum disease. But it can also point to other health problems. Occasional bleeding of the gums can be caused by brushing your teeth too vigorously or wearing dentures that don’t fit correctly. Common Causes Have gingivitis, a disease that causes inflammation of the gums Brushing too hard
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Why is Flossing Important? Did you know that if you don’t floss you’re missing 40% of your tooth’s surface? Proper flossing removes plaque and food particles in places where a toothbrush just can’t reach like in between your teeth and under the gum line. Excessive plaque build-up can lead to tooth decay (cavities) and gum
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