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Root Canals Can Save Your Teeth

December 27, 2013

shutterstock_160305989Regardless of what you may have heard, root canals get rid of your pain; they do not cause pain. An infected tooth not only causes an immense amount of pain, but can be more of an expensive investment down the road if nothing is done. At South Shore Dental Care, we want to make sure we take care of all of your dental needs, and our very experienced doctors are able help you along that journey!

Having a root canal done not only helps in getting rid of your pain, but it also benefits your teeth. A root canal is performed when there is an infected or decayed tooth, and the decomposition has to be removed before it gets any worse. The doctors commence your root canal by accessing the infected tooth, and removing the pulp. When the tooth is infected, it also infects the pulp of the tooth, causing it to exacerbate. Once the pulp of the tooth is removed, our doctors will fill the tooth with a tooth-colored filling, and top it with a crown to prevent any further corruption. In the end, you’re left feeling refreshed and in better oral health!

When you leave your teeth infected, not only can your mouth get worse, but it can affect you in other areas of your body. By delaying getting a root canal, the bacteria infecting your teeth can enter your blood stream, possibly causing destruction to the rest of your body. It’s better to take care of your oral issues sooner rather than later or it may get worse! If you’re wondering how our team can help you by performing a root canal, contact our office and make an appointment!

At South Shore Dental Care, we’re committed to providing our patients with a wide array of dental services, high-quality cosmetic dentistry, and up to the minute dental technology. Our Massapequa dental office serves patients from Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, and Wantagh. Call us today to schedule your appointment.

Hollistic Dentistry at South Shore

December 6, 2013

shutterstock_126088265Although many people may disagree, there is a world outside the realm of science and hard facts. Many things affect your health, and although modern technology can definitely help treat the issues, science and machine does not take your feelings and well being into account. At South Shore Dental Care, we offer holistic dentistry, a wonderful option for those who want a more rounded approach to their dental needs.

Holistic dentistry is different from other forms of dentistry because it takes your feelings into account. Whatever concerns you have in regard to your dental treatment, we are here to assist and aid you. We also look at your complete medical history, that way we can know the best ways to treat whatever oral ailments you may have. Also focusing on prevention, holistic dentistry means not waiting for problems to arise, instead, tackling the issues before they come about.

Being a new form of dentistry, we pride ourselves in being abreast in all areas of dentistry, both clinical and emotional. Holistic dentistry is a wonderful way for us to be more connected with our patients, and we very proud to cater to whatever needs you may have.

At South Shore Dental Care, we’re committed to providing our patients with a wide array of dental services, high-quality cosmetic dentistry, and up to the minute dental technology. Our Massapequa dental office serves patients from Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, and Wantagh. Call us today to schedule your appointment.

PreNew PreView is a Better Smile Preview Tool in Long Island

November 26, 2013

PreNew PreViewIf you’re thinking about undergoing extensive dental work, such as a cosmetic or restorative dentistry procedure, it may be hard to visualize what your smile will look like after treatment. Dental technology has advanced to the point where there’s now many options available to help you preview your new smile. South Shore Dental Care uses PreNew PreView because it’s the best method available.

PreNew PreView isn’t just a simulated image of what your smile will look like. It’s actually a physical mockup of what your completed smile will look like that you can wear over your teeth so you and your loved ones can get a real-life preview of your completed smile. We’ll start by taking a picture and impression of your smile. This will be sent to the PreNew PreView lab along with treatment details and will be used to create a mockup of your smile. You can then wear this smile to preview your treatment before it even begins.

If you’re interested in learning more or seeing how PreNew PreView can help you truly understand the impact of your dental treatments on your smile, give us a call today. Everyone deserves to have a beautiful smile and this technology makes it easier than ever before to see what you have to look forward to before agreeing to treatment.

At South Shore Dental Care, we’re committed to providing our patients with a wide array of dental services, high-quality cosmetic dentistry, and up to the minute dental technology. Our Massapequa dental office serves patients from Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, and Wantagh. Call us today to schedule your appointment.

Dr. Stutman Can Restore Your Gum Tissue With Amaris Gingiva

November 19, 2013

gum tissueIf you have a severely decayed smile, it may not be just your teeth that are missing or in need of repair. Sometimes, your gum tissue can recede, especially without teeth to hold it in place. Luckily, there are solutions available to help restore and replace this missing gum tissue to ensure a health smile. At South Shore Dental Care, we want to make sure our patients always have healthy, complete smiles with our restorative dentistry services.

Dr. Dory Stutman wrote an article that’s featured on Dental Products Report’s website discussing a solution to this problem.  Dental Products Report is a site that focuses on informing dentists about the newest dental products on the market. This article is about Amaris Gingiva, a special system than can be used to restore gum tissue, also called gingival. Dr. Stutman can use this system to restore your gums, making sure they’re color matched to the rest of your smile. Restorative dentistry treatments such as this are an important part of the services that we offer.

This is another example of the cutting edge, high-quality dental care you will receive at our office. We’re always working to try and keep up with the latest dental technology and products to ensure that you’re receiving the best dental experience possible when you visit our office. If you’re missing gum tissue, give us a call today to see how we can help improve the health and appearance of your smile.

At South Shore Dental Care, we’re committed to providing our patients with a wide array of dental services, high-quality cosmetic dentistry, and up to the minute dental technology. Our Massapequa dental office serves patients from Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, and Wantagh. Call us today to schedule your appointment.

Long Island Patients Should Use Their Dental Benefits Before the End of the Year

September 24, 2013

dental insuranceWhile fall has only finally started to arrive, it’s important to be looking ahead towards the end of the year. At South Shore Dental Care, we want to urge our patients to plan ahead and make sure they’re taking full advantage of their dental benefits for the year.

When the calendar year ends, so do your insurance benefits for that year. Your dental insurance is there to help ensure and maintain the continued health and care of your teeth and gums, so make sure you’re taking full advantage of this. If it’s been a while since your last dental checkup appointment, this is the perfect opportunity to come and visit us now. Also, taking the time to ensure your smile is clean will help reduce your risk for other dental health problems in the future.

If there’s any dental work you’ve been putting off and you have money left in your insurance plan, now is the time to use it. By planning ahead you’ll avoid the rush to use dental benefits at the end of the year, making it simpler to get the appointment time that works best for you. Give us a call today to learn more or schedule your next appointment. We accept a variety of financing options, including most dental insurance plans, CareCredit and Chase Health Advance.

At South Shore Dental Care, we’re committed to providing our patients with a wide array of dental services, high-quality cosmetic dentistry, and up to the minute dental technology. Our Massapequa dental office serves patients from Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, and Wantagh. Call us today to schedule your appointment.

General Family Dentistry from South Shore Dental Care

September 17, 2013

general family dentistryGood dental health is always important, no matter how old you are. South Shore Dental Care provides quality general family dentistry care from our Massapequa dental office. Healthy teeth and gums are important things that all members of your family should have, and we’re here to help.

One of the most important parts of general family dentistry is the regular dental hygiene appointment. When you come in twice a year for these appointments, we’ll clean your teeth, and perform other important health checks such as screening for oral cancer, gum disease and cavities. The earlier smile problems are detected, the easier it is to treat them and restore health to your smile.

We also offer dental sealants and fluoride treatments to help provide extra protection for your child’s teeth as they grow and develop. Important brushing and flossing habits are essential to good dental care, and we’ll make sure you and your child are properly caring for your smiles.

General family dentistry is an important part of our practice because it is the foundation for a healthy smile. If it’s been a while since you’ve seen us, give us a call today. Good smile health is always important for you and your family.

At South Shore Dental Care, we’re committed to providing our patients with a wide array of dental services, high-quality cosmetic dentistry, and up to the minute dental technology. Our Massapequa dental office serves patients from Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, and Wantagh. Call us today to schedule your appointment.

CEREC One-Hour Crowns at South Shore Dental Care

September 6, 2013

CEREC crownDo you have a damaged or decayed tooth that needs a crown restoration but you’ve been putting it off because of the time involved? At South Shore Dental Care we are proud to offer CEREC one-hour crowns that fit into your busy life. We’ll repair your tooth with a minimum impact to your life. In most cases it only takes an hour.

A crown is a cap that is designed to fit over a damaged or decayed tooth to help strengthen it and return function to your smiles. Traditionally, getting a crown was a fairly lengthy process that involved at least two dental visits and requiring a temporary crown while waiting for your permanent restoration to be milled. We know that our patients are busy, so we take advantage of this great CEREC technology that allows us to speed up the process.

For CEREC crowns, we take a digital impression of your tooth that’s then sent to an in-office milling unit which will craft your porcelain crown while you wait. This technology also eliminates the need for impressions, which many patients don’t enjoy. Once your CEREC crown is ready, we’ll fit it onto your tooth, leaving you with a completely restored tooth after only one dental visit. Give us a call today to learn more about this technology and see how it can help improve your smile.

At South Shore Dental Care, we’re committed to providing our patients with a wide array of dental services, high-quality cosmetic dentistry, and up to the minute dental technology. Our Massapequa dental office serves patients from Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, and Wantagh. Call us today to schedule your appointment.

Back to School Orthodontic Special

August 30, 2013

orthodontic specialBack to school is here, and we know you’ll want to make the best impression possible. That’s why here at South Shore Dental Care we’re offering a back to school orthodontic special. We’re offering a courtesy consultation for our adult and children patients that are interested in receiving orthodontic care.

If your teeth are crooked or gapped, it could impact your self esteem and the way you’re perceived. We want to make getting orthodontic care more convenient for our patients by offering this limited time deal. This is a value of $350 so if you’re interested in orthodontic care or think you might need braces or Invisalign, give us a call today. We also offer Invisalign Teen so even more of our patients can take advantage of this great clear braces solution.

With two skilled orthodontists on staff, Dr. Khalida Stutman and Dr. William Rubino, we can provide a variety of orthodontic solutions to help improve your smile. We’re proud to provide exceptional orthodontic care to Long Island residents and want to help even more patients achieve a straight, beautiful smile. Give us a call today to learn more details about this offer and to schedule you or your child’s consultation. This is a limited time offer so don’t delay.

At South Shore Dental Care, we’re committed to providing our patients with a wide array of dental services, high-quality cosmetic dentistry, and up to the minute dental technology. Our Massapequa dental office serves patients from Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, and Wantagh. Call us today to schedule your appointment.

Teeth Whitening for a Bright Smile

August 1, 2013

teeth whiteningIf the appearance of your smile is marred by stains or discoloration, there’s no need to despair. At South Shore Dental Care we can help with teeth whitening. This is a great cosmetic dentistry solution that can help you achieve the beautiful smiles you’ve seen on your television and in magazines.

Teeth become stained for a variety of reasons, including aging, food, alcohol, coffee, tobacco, and even certain medications. Teeth whitening can remove these stains, regardless of the cause. We offer in-office treatments from Zoom! Whitening to give you a brighter smile quickly. After about an hour long visit to our dental office, you’ll see an immediate difference. This method works by putting bleaching gel on your teeth and then activating it with a special light.

If you’d prefer to whiten your smile from the comfort of your own home, we can also provide you with an at-home teeth whitening solution. We’ll give you a custom-fitted whitening tray and professional whitening gel. Fill the trays with the gel, wear as directed, and you’ll see a whiter smile in about four days.

A bright, white smile doesn’t have to be a dream any longer thanks to teeth whitening. Give us a call today to see how we can help improve your smile with this great cosmetic dentistry solution.

At South Shore Dental Care, we’re committed to providing our patients with a wide array of dental services, high-quality cosmetic dentistry, and up to the minute dental technology. Our Massapequa dental office serves patients from Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, and Wantagh. Call us today to schedule your appointment.

Welcome Dr. William Rubino to Our Dental Team

July 18, 2013

Dr. RubinoWe always like to keep our patients informed about the latest news, so today we’d like to introduce you to the newest member of our team here at South Shore Dental Care, Dr. William Rubino. He is joining our staff as an orthodontic specialist.

Dr. Rubino received a bachelor’s degree with honors from New York University and received his dental degree from Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine. There he received the Nancy Wender Award, given to the student in each class that attains the highest board score.

He is a skilled orthodontist and is ready to put his skills to work on your smile. In his free time he enjoys traveling, trying new restaurants, and golfing. Dr. Rubino is also a member of the American Association of Orthodontics, New York State Dental Association, Suffolk County Dental Association, and other professional organizations.

We offer a variety of orthodontic solutions to help straighten and improve your smile and bite, so this new addition to our team makes the care that we provide even better. Please give us a call today to schedule your appointment with Dr. Rubino or any other member of our staff. We are all here to help make your smile as beautiful as possible.

At South Shore Dental Care, we’re committed to providing our patients with a wide array of dental services, high-quality cosmetic dentistry, and up to the minute dental technology. Our Massapequa dental office serves patients from Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, and Wantagh. Call us today to schedule your appointment.

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