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Cosmetic Dentistry from an AACD Accredited Cosmetic Dentist

February 20, 2013

Is your smile not quite as bright and beautiful as you’d like it to be? If you’re considering cosmetic dentistry in Long Island, why not go to a dentist that has been recognized for his skills in the art of cosmetic dentistry?

Here at South Shore Dental Care, Dr. Dory Stutman has been recognized as Accredited by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD). He has fulfilled numerous requirements and has been awarded this distinction for the quality of his work and his dedication to cosmetic dentistry.

We offer a variety of cosmetic dentistry services to help you achieve a beautiful smile.

You don’t have to be dissatisfied with your smile any longer. If your teeth are yellowed, stained, chipped, cracked or crooked, we can fix them. A smile makeover may be just what you’ve been waiting for.

Come in for a consultation, we’d love to help you see how our cosmetic dentistry experience can give you the smile of your dreams. Having a healthy, beautiful smile is important, not only for your dental health but also for your self esteem. Take the first step today towards improving 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.

Dr. Dory Stutman: AACD Accredited Dentist

February 6, 2013

Our very own Dr. Dory Stutman recently reached Accredited status in the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD). This is a very prestigious award to recognize dental professionals that are committed to providing the highest quality cosmetic dentistry work possible.

The AACD is an organization for people dedicated to the art and science of cosmetic dentistry. Founded in December of 1984, the organization now has over 6,000 members from 70 countries around the world. Members include dental professionals, laboratory technicians, educators and researchers.

While there are a lot of members, only about 336 members are Accredited, making it a very prestigious title.

Accreditation is a lengthy process that starts with taking a written exam. Then, the dentist will have five years to complete the rest of the requirements. They’ll attend two required workshops, submit clinical cases and perform an oral examination.

Dr. Dory Stutman has accomplished all of these requirements and will be formally recognized at the next AACD Scientific Session that will be held from April 24-27 in Seattle, Washington. This will also be printed in the Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry.

We’re very proud of Dr. Dory Stutman and are very happy that his talents will be formally recognized. Congratulate him the next time you’re in for 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.

AACD-Accredited Care in Massapequa, NY

January 2, 2013

Here at South Shore Dental Care in Massapequa, we’ve got big news to share with our patients. Dr. Dory Stutman has passed the last clinical exam needed to become accredited in the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (the AACD)! While he still has an oral exam to take before his accreditation is made official, this is big news.

What does that mean, exactly?

Accreditation by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry is an important goal for a cosmetic dentist. For one, it shows that he or she has the skills, expertise, and dedication needed to provide his patients with the best care available. In addition, the AACD provides its members with many opportunities to further their dental education, from conferences to an online journal to several opportunities for virtual learning. In the ever-evolving world of dental techniques and procedures, keeping up-to-date with new information is key. Now, Dr. Stutman will have new and more easily available resources open to him, allowing him to continually update his service for you, his patients.

Plus, it isn’t an easy group to become a part of, by any means. In all of Long Island, only three other dentists besides Dr. Stutman are AACD accredited, out of well over 500 practices in business today. In Nassau county, that number narrows down to only one other dentist. Pretty impressive, right?

Congratulations to Dr. Stutman for his accomplishment! Here at South Shore Dental Care in Massapequa, we’d like to remind you that we offer expert cosmetic dental services along with top-notch orthodontic treatment. With the husband-wife team of Drs. Dory and Khalida Stutman, patients will have essentially two dentists consulting on their treatment, resulting in a quicker turnaround time for treatments such as veneers, enamel shaping, and bonding.

We’re ready to bring a smile to your face! Call our office today to schedule your consultation appointment. In addition to Massapequa, we also serve patients from Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, and Wantagh.

Enhance Your Smile for the Holidays with Cosmetic Dentistry

November 29, 2012

Given how many opportunities there will be over the next month for holiday get-togethers, we can understand why you might want to find out about our Massapequa office’s cosmetic dentistry services. Having a smile that looks bright, youthful, and gorgeous overall can have a serious impact on your confidence.

The opposite can be true when your smile is dull or stained. Instead of smiling as openly as you’d like, you hide your teeth instead. But with cosmetic dentistry, you can enjoy improved confidence that will help you make the most of the upcoming holiday season.

With time running so short, one of the best ways to achieve a more attractive smile is with Zoom! Whitening. In just one hour at our Massapequa dental office, you can achieve the more dazzling smile you’ve been dreaming of.

But Zoom! Whitening is just one of the cosmetic dentistry services you’ll find at South Shore Dental Care. Our complete cosmetic dentistry services include:

To learn more about any one of these, visit our cosmetic dentistry page. You can also call our Massapequa office with your questions or to reserve an appointment. And to stay up to date on all our latest specials, like our page on Facebook.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Use Your Dental Benefits Before 2012 Is a Thing of the Past

November 15, 2012

A lot has to happen before the holidays arrive. Everyone’s list is different, of course, but with Thanksgiving around the corner, and then Christmas and New Year’s after that, they can also look very similar. There are gifts to buy, foods to prepare, travel plans to make, and much more. All of which means that a last-minute dental checkup and cleaning can easily fall by the wayside.

That’s why we want to encourage you to squeeze in one last visit to our Massapequa dental office before the year is over.

For most patients, dental benefits don’t rollover from one year to the next—they go back to square one. That means, when 2013 rolls around, you have a new deductible to meet and a new annual maximum.

Your deductible is what you have to pay in order to receive the true benefits of your insurance. If you’ve already paid it for this year, then you may still have some of your annual maximum to put towards important care.

Don’t lose out.

If you know you need a checkup, a cleaning, or another service, then call South Shore Dental Care today for an appointment. Our doctors offer great general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry for patients from Massapequa, Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, and Wantagh.

Six Month Smiles Let You Have a Straighter Smile in Just Half a Year

October 26, 2012

If you’re a busy professional who’s worked hard to establish a professional, mature image, the thought of getting braces—or even researching them—might make you nervous. But orthodontics isn’t a one-size-fits-all thing anymore. Traditional braces may be the best solution for some, but for others, something slightly different might be better.

That’s why Dr. Dory Stutman and Dr. Khalida Stutman of South Shore Dental Care in Massapequa offer Six Month Smiles as a treatment option.

This modern take on orthodontics makes it possible for adults to complete orthodontic treatment in about six months, instead of the year or two it can take to complete treatment with other options. What’s more, Six Month Smiles is more discreet than other options. Six Month Smiles uses clear brackets and tooth-colored wire to minimize the appearance of your braces, drawing less attention to your smile.

How Can I Get Started?

To get started on your treatment with Six Month Smiles, call South Shore Dental Care in Massapequa to schedule your consultation. During your consultation, you’re welcome to ask any questions you might have about Six Month Smiles and how it can comfortably and quickly improve the appearance of your teeth. We would also be happy to explain more of the benefits you can look forward to as a Six Month Smiles patient.

Dr. Dory Stutman and Dr. Khalida Stutman are proud to serve patients from Massapequa, Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, and Wantagh with excellent general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry.

Demonstrating a Commitment to Conservative Dentistry with Root Canals

September 12, 2012

No patient wants to hear that they need a root canal. But there’s a reason why doctors like Dr. Dory Stutman and Dr. Khalida Stutman perform them instead of just extracting teeth when they become infected. With a root canal, our South Shore Dental Care team can help you preserve more of natural smile, which will benefit you in the long run.

Tooth Extractions vs. Root Canals

Let’s take a moment to consider these two very different approaches to treating an infected tooth.

A tooth extraction, on the one hand, will help you eliminateinfection and restore your smile to a healthier state. But extracting a tooth also creates a particular complication. With a tooth now missing, you have to replace what you’ve lost to prevent surrounding teeth from repositioning. That means coming back to our Massapequa dental office for a whole other service, like a crown and bridge or a dental implant, which can also help you stave off bone loss.

Now consider the benefits of a root canal from South Shore Dental Care. With a root canal, there’s no missing tooth to replace and no threat of bone loss. Some patients may need to have their tooth capped with a crown, but that tooth and its root are still there, ensuring that your smile’s appearance and functionality aren’t negatively impacted.

Does Your Smile Need Restorative Care?

If you’ve recently been told you need a root canal but have been putting off care, get in touch with South Shore Dental Care today. Our Massapequa team would be happy to reserve a consultation visit for you, in addition to answering your questions. We serve patients from Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, and Wantagh.

Mind the Gap—Restoring Your Smile with a Crown and Bridge

August 29, 2012

When you lose a tooth, how your smile looks and functions will change. Eating certain foods will be more difficult, and over time, your remaining teeth will shift out of alignment. But a simple restorative dentistry service from South Shore Dental Care can help you restore functionality and prevent teeth from moving. It’s called a crown and bridge.

How Does a Crown and Bridge Work?

Like a dental implant, a crown and bridge is designed to fill in a gap in your smile. Unlike a dental implant, though, a crown and bridge doesn’t use a prosthetic root to anchor your new tooth. Instead, a crown and bridge includes a false tooth with a crown on either side. These crowns, which will cap the two healthy teeth surrounding your gap, are what will anchor your restoration and help you return to a full, healthy smile.

Getting Started

If you’ve lost a tooth because of poor oral health, an accident, or an injury, Dr. Dory Stutman or Dr. Khalida Stutman at South Shore Dental Care can help. And getting started is easy—you just need to give us a call to schedule your consultation appointment. During your visit, we can examine your smile and answer any questions you might have about what a crown and bridge involves. In all, treatment will take between two and three visits to complete.

Are you ready to get started? Call us today! Our office serves patients Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, and Wantagh with a wide array of great dental care services.

Enjoy a More Comfortable Visit with Oral Conscious Sedation

July 31, 2012

Avoiding important dental care can cause mounting problems for your smile and your overall health. But as distressing as that fact is, dental anxiety can be a more powerful force, causing patients to put off even something as simple as a regular checkup or cleaning.

At South Shore Dental Care, Drs. Dory and Khalida Stutman don’t want any of their Massapequa patients to ignore their smiles because of anxiety. So, to make visits to our office more comfortable, we offer oral conscious sedation. With oral conscious sedation, patients can receive the dental care they need without feeling any of the anxiety they typically feel.

How Does Oral Conscious Sedation Work?

Oral conscious sedation uses a commonly prescribed sedative or anti-anxiety medication to help patients relax in a way they never thought they could in a dental office. What’s more, patients who opt for oral conscious sedation will remember little to nothing about their appointment afterwards. You’ll just need to take your prescription as directed by your doctor, and you’ll need to have a friend or family member with you to drive you home.

Is oral conscious sedation right for you? That’s a question our doctors at South Shore Dental Care would love to answer for you. Call our Massapequa dental office today to schedule an appointment with us. We gladly serve patients from Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, Wantagh, and beyond with excellent family, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry.

A Comfortable, Convenient Alternative to Traditional Braces with Invisalign

July 27, 2012

While traditional braces may be exactly what some patients need, they can be an obstacle for others who are worried about spending over a year behind metal brackets and wires. That’s why South Shore Dental Care offers Invisalign clear braces. With Invisalign, patients from Massapequa and beyond can achieve a straighter, more dazzling smile in less time. What’s more, treatment with Invisalign comes with three great benefits.

The Benefits of Invisalign Clear Braces

Three words can used to describe orthodontic treatment with Invisalignremovable, comfortable, and attractive.

Let’s start with that last word—attractive—first. Because Invisalign uses clear aligners instead of metal brackets and wires, you can enjoy greater discretion than you can with traditional braces. Instead of drawing attention to your teeth, you can work towards your goal of a straighter smile without anyone but you and your doctor at South Shore Dental Care knowing about your treatment.

Because Invisalign uses custom-made aligners instead of brackets and wires, orthodontic treatment with Invisalign is also more comfortable. There’s nothing to tighten, and because your aligners are made from smooth plastic, you don’t have to worry about them irritating the inside of your mouth and gums, reducing any discomfort you might experience.

And lastly, but certainly not least, Invisalign’s clear aligners are removable. That means you can take them about to eat, and to brush and floss. As a result, you never have to give up on your favorite foods, and you can also keep your teeth and gums cleaner than you can with traditional braces, which can easily trap food and contribute to problems with tooth decay and gum disease.

Do you want to learn more about orthodontic treatment with Invisalign? Our doctors at South Shore Dental Care are ready to answer your questions. Call our office today to schedule your consultation appointment. Dr. Dory Stutman and Dr. Khalida Stutman serve patients from Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, and Wantagh.

 

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