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Encouraging News for Dental Implants in Long Island

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December 16, 2017

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Dental implants are a highly successful method of tooth replacement. Effective for any amount of tooth loss, they work by rebuilding your missing tooth’s structure from the root up. However, estimates say that 5 to 10 percent of dental implant procedures are unsuccessful. Dental implant failure is frustrating, expensive, and something to be avoided at all costs.

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Fill in the Gaps with Dental Implants in Long Island

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October 26, 2017

smiling older couple

Missing teeth are an all too common problem in the U.S. today, but fortunately, dentistry has stepped up to the challenge and is able to offer a variety of fantastic replacement options. Out of all of them, both dentists and patients agree that dental implants in Long Island are simply the best. Why is this the case? Over 5 million people will receive dental implants this year alone, and that number is quickly expected to double by 2020. Today, we’re going to tell you exactly why.

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How to Select the Best Dentist For Porcelain Veneers in Long Island

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October 1, 2017

beautiful smile

For years, porcelain veneers have been one of the most popular cosmetic treatments available today because they’re able to correct a wide variety of smile issues (such as stains, chips, cracks, and gaps) all at once with just two easy appointments. Of course, if you want to get them, you have to visit a Long Island dentist. How can you make sure you’re choosing the right one? The appearance of your smile is extremely important, so you want to make sure your dentist is capable of crafting your veneers so that your teeth not only look beautiful, but natural as well. Fortunately, there are only a few basic things you need to look for that will make this decision nice and easy.

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Does Getting Dental Implants Hurt?

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September 27, 2017

happy mature couple

Dental implants are fast becoming the first choice for both dentists and patients alike when it comes to replacing missing teeth, but like with all dental procedures, many patients are concerned that getting them will hurt. Fortunately, most dental implant patients report that the discomfort associated with the procedure is minimal at most and more than worth the benefit of being able to eat, speak, and smile with confidence once again. With dental implants, you have everything to gain and nothing to fear.

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How Long Do Porcelain Veneers Last?

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September 13, 2017

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Porcelain veneers have long been one of the most popular cosmetic dentistry treatments in the world because they are able to correct multiple flaws at once, whether they be stains, chips, cracks, or gaps in the teeth. If you’re considering them, then you probably want to know how long you can expect them to last, or rather, how you can ensure that they will. Thankfully, porcelain veneers are made to stand the test of time, and with just a little maintenance, they can easily bring you decades of beautiful smiles.

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Massapequa Park Dental Implants: Safe for Kidney Disease

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August 28, 2017

Dr. Mohr provides Massapequa Park with dental implants.

People who have kidney disease are also more likely to experience oral health problems like tooth loss, gum disease, shifting teeth, malocclusion (alignment problems), and other dental and periodontal (gum) issues. Dental implants replace the entire missing tooth structure for a highly effective replacement option, but many doctors are wary of placing dental implants in patients who have kidney disease. Our dentist isn’t one of them — he is highly experienced in these complex cases of Massapequa Park dental implants.

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Long Island Dental Implants: 5 Big Things to Know

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May 9, 2017

Long Island dental implants are a comprehensive solution.

You’ve got options for how you’ll replace one or more missing teeth, but which is the best? Anyone who’s paying attention knows Long Island dental implants do the job better than anything else currently available. With implant dentistry, our dentist offers a comprehensive solution to tooth loss that helps you smile, eat, and speak with total confidence once again. We’ve got the five things you need to know when choosing dental implants — and why it’ll be the best decision you’ve ever made — below!

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Long Island Dental Implants or Crowns, Bridges & Dentures?

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March 28, 2017

long island dental implants are a comprehensive replacement option

If you have lost one or more teeth, you need a high quality replacement to smile with confidence and resume your happy, productive life. There are, however, a number of tooth replacement options available these days, and it can be difficult to know which one is right for you. So when it comes to you tooth replacement, do you choose Long Island dental implants, crowns, bridges, or dentures? We recommend dental implants for most patients. Here’s why.

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Instant Orthodontics with Porcelain Veneers

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June 25, 2016

Long Island porcelain veneers

Those who are looking for an effective and simple way to transform their smile now turn to porcelain veneers. Porcelain veneers are versatile, allowing them to be the perfect alternative choice for certain orthodontic treatments. The dental veneers instantly hide cosmetic flaws while making the teeth appear straighter and more proportionate. Instead of having to undergo months of orthodontic treatments, you can get a straighter, more attractive smile in just a couple of office visits. As a cosmetic dentist for Long Island porcelain veneers, we can fill small gaps between the teeth, while hiding chips, cracks and other imperfections hurting the appearance of your smile.

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Smile Confidently Again With Full-Mouth Reconstruction

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September 4, 2015

father daughter matching missing teeth need full-mouth reconstruction

If you have a severely damaged smile — maybe you’re missing several teeth, or it could be that years of living have left them worn down and decayed — you probably feel a significant amount of shame and embarrassment to show your smile. Or maybe you’ve gotten used to the embarrassment of a damaged smile, and you’re dealing with extremely low self-esteem as a result. If that’s the case, there’s something I want you to know today, and not a second later: there’s a solution for your severely damaged teeth.

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