When cared for properly, porcelain veneers should last for ten years or more.
What does proper care of porcelain veneers look like? Probably a lot like what you’re already doing for your natural teeth, with just a few exceptions.
To care for porcelain veneers, do:
Neuromuscular dentistry is the branch of dentistry focused on the health and alignment of the jaw, its surrounding musculature, and the network of nerves that run throughout it. A neuromuscular dentist is someone who has received post-graduate training in this particular branch of dentistry and is able to address issues such as TMD (temporomandibular joint disorder) and restore full comfort and function to the jaw.
COVID changed things. Routines. Work schedules. When and where we go places. More. For many, it also pushed routine dental visits well past the six months recommended by the ADA. If you had an appointment canceled due to stay-at-home orders, now is the best time to call our office and reschedule. If, on the other hand, you simply haven’t made an appointment for a cleaning and examination in the past year, now the best time to call...
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There are a number of ingredients that may be used in whitening toothpaste. Some, like activated charcoal, have not been sufficiently studied, making information about their efficacy and safety largely anecdotal. Others, like baking soda or peroxide, are time-tested and trusted methods of removing surface stains and are commonly used in toothpaste that claims to have whitening abilities.
Whitening toothpastes work in...
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At NYC Smile Design, we are pleased to offer the option of gentle sedation to patients who are nervous or who have difficulties with dental care due to:
If you have traditionally struggled with dental visits due to emotional or physical discomfort, we welcome the opportunity to meet with you, listen to...
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Do you like your smile? Does it instill confidence? Does it make you feel happy? Or do cosmetic imperfections, like stains, make you feel self-conscious and embarrassed? If you relate more to the latter, you may be the ideal cosmetic dentistry candidate.
Cosmetic dentistry is able to address a number of aesthetic concerns and, in so doing, often corrects functional problems...
Read MoreDid you know that your oral health is directly linked to your systemic health?
The care you take of your teeth has a direct impact on the health of your entire body. Of course, this relationship goes both ways: the foods you put into your body have a direct impact on your oral health as well. This Thanksgiving, there’s no reason to compromise either.
Dental implants are inserted into the bone that comprises the jaw. Once an implant has been placed, osteoblasts and connective tissue in the jaw secure it firmly in place. This, more or less, makes dental implants permanent. However, if an implant needs to be removed, it can be extracted similarly to a tooth.
Dental implants serve as a base for dental restorations such as porcelain crowns, implant supported dentures, or a dental bridge. Implants also act as a replacement tooth root, allowing them to help prevent...
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Porcelain veneers are exceptionally strong, but they are not permanent.
When cared for properly, you can expect dental veneers to last for about ten years. Of course, some veneers will last longer and others may need to be replaced sooner, but 10 years is the average life expectancy of porcelain veneers.
At NYC Smile Design, we work with master ceramists to ensure the dental veneers we place are...
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Restorative dentistry focuses on replacing missing teeth and improving the overall function of the smile. This type of dentistry can also be used to improve the appearance of the smile, correcting several cosmetic issues in addition to those impacting the strength and purpose of your teeth.
Disclaimer: The information throughout this dentistry website is not intended to be taken as medical advice. The information provided by NYC Smile Design is intended to provide general information regarding cosmetic dentistry, porcelain veneers, smile makeovers, TMJ Treatment, and more for residents of New York City, Manhattan, and surrounding areas throughout New York. If you are interested in finding out more, please contact our team of dental experts today for a personal consultation.This website is not intended for viewing or usage by European Union citizens.
