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Perfect Porcelain Veneers

June 24, 2015

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If you have significant damage to your front teeth, you may be tempted to hide your smile. Fixing chipped or cracked teeth or replacing missing teeth can be expensive and time consuming. At South Shore Dental Care we offer comprehensive dental care no matter what your oral health needs. We can restore your smile with crowns, bridges, dental implants or other restorative dentistry treatments, but for many the hours of dental work is too stressful. Porcelain veneers from the experts Dr.s Dory and Khalida Stutman can correct your smile without the time and financial commitments of restorative dentistry. We believe that all dentistry is cosmetic because a beautiful smile should be the end result of everything we do, but our traditional cosmetic dentistry services include teeth whitening, Invisalign and porcelain veneers. If you’re interested in any of our full-spectrum dental care options from pediatric to geriatric dentistry, our Massapequa Park, NY office has you covered. Call to schedule an appointment today.

How Porcelain Veneers Work

Our office prides itself on offering our patients the widest array of dental treatment options, and this includes our cosmetic dentistry services. If you are interested in having porcelain veneers placed to correct your smile esthetics, our highly skilled dentists will start by explaining the numerous options our practice can provide.

Traditional porcelain veneers require two visits. An initial consultation/examination visit allows our staff to examine your teeth and determine whether veneers are a good option to correct your bite. If you and your dentist determine that veneers are right for you, molds will be made of your teeth so a customized veneer can be milled. At South Shore Dental Care we work with the renowned dental ceramist, Jason J. Kim to produce the highest quality natural looking and feeling veneers available. Once your custom veneer is ready, you’ll come in for your second visit to place the veneer.

For patients who need minimal-prep or no-prep veneers, we work with several of the leading ultra-thin veneer brands: Lumineers, DaVinci Veneers and Durathins. These brands offer similar look and function to the traditional porcelain veneer, and still require two dental visits one to take molds of your teeth and one to apply your custom veneer. However, these veneer options are made of extremely thin layers of porcelain so less tooth preparation is needed to place the veneers.

Who Should Consider Veneers

If you have chipped, cracked or broken teeth, veneers can be a less invasive treatment option that traditional crowns to correct smile esthetic. If you have dental damage caused by tooth decay, veneers help protect against future cavities or bacteria. Patients who are not healthy enough to undergo complex dental procedures like crown and bridge therapy or dental implants, are usually able to have veneers placed with no adverse health effects. Any patient who isn’t happy with the smile they have, but doesn’t have the time or budget to undergo extensive dental restoration treatments will benefit from porcelain veneers.

Schedule an Appointment

Whatever the reason you’re considering porcelain veneers, our expert staff can help you make a dental care decision that’s right for you. A consultation with one of our skilled cosmetic dentists will thoroughly explain your options, and give you the opportunity to hear about other dental treatments to correct your bite. If you’re in need of cosmetic dentistry treatment or any dental care, our convenient Massapequa Park practice is here to help. Call to schedule a consultation today. Our practice welcomes patients form surrounding areas including Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, and Wantagh.

CEREC One Day Crowns in Massapequa Park

May 25, 2015

100047604We know you may not want to hear that you have a tooth that needs a crown, but sometimes that’s the only way to preserve a tooth and, in turn, your smile. The good news is that crowns—along with inlays and onlays—do not necessarily require two trips to the dentist’s office the way they always did. Nowadays, you can have a new crown and a restored smile in just one appointment. With CEREC One Day Crowns from South Shore Dental Care, Dr. Dory Stutman and Dr. Khalida Stutman rebuild teeth for patients from Massapequa Park, NY, and the surrounding areas.

Thanks to the CEREC in-office dental CAD/CAM equipment by Sirona, one hour crowns are not a dream, but a reality. The CEREC system includes:

  • A digital camera infrared that allows us to obtain a visual impression of your damaged tooth
  • 3-D CAD software for designing the restoration
  • A milling unit that uses high-speed burs to manufacture the restoration

High Time for High Tech CEREC Same Day Crowns

Once one of our dentists has completed your exam and determined that a CEREC One Day Crown is the best option for treating your damaged tooth, then you are on your way to having your tooth restored quickly and conveniently. First, we’ll make sure you’re completely comfortable before we begin your procedure. South Shore Dental Care offers sedation dentistry. So, if you need some help relaxing in the dentist’s chair, we can provide either oral conscious sedation or IV sedation. Then, the area surrounding the affected tooth is anesthetized.

Using a special digital camera, we take a photo of your tooth that is entered into the CEREC computer system. This system in turn creates a virtual model of your tooth in order to accurately design your crown, inlay or onlay. In just one step, we can identify the appropriate color, shape and biting surface for your restoration.

The design is then sent to the CEREC milling unit in our office, which fabricates the same day crown in about 20 minutes. When the milling process is completed, the restoration can be polished for a perfect match to your natural teeth. Finally, the restoration is fired in an oven, much like pottery. Dr. Stutman or Dr. Stutman will then place the tooth, check for a perfect fit and then cement your new crown into place.

Schedule an Appointment Today

If you would like to learn more about the advantages of CEREC One Day Crowns, then call South Shore Dental Care to schedule a consultation. We are trusted by families throughout Massapequa Park, NY, Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, Wantagh, and the neighboring cities.

Dental Implants in Massapequa Park

May 10, 2015

134124545If you have even one missing tooth—to say nothing of having several missing teeth—then you know the consequences can be more than just inconvenient. First, you may not be able to eat the food you enjoy most, such as a fresh apple or a juicy steak. In addition, your diet may not be well-balanced and nutritious because you must eliminate healthy foods that are difficult to chew, such as many fresh fruits and vegetables. Then there is the whole issue of what missing teeth can do to your ability to speak clearly or smile and laugh with confidence. If this describes your situation, then you should consider dental implants for your teeth replacement. Dr. Dory Stutman and Dr. Khalida Stutman of South Shore Dental Care have restored the smiles of many patients in Massapequa Park, NY, and the surrounding communities. With dental implants, they can do the same for you.

You may have missing teeth for a number of different reasons:

  • Severe tooth decay
  • A traumatic tooth injury
  • A failed root canal
  • Congenital defects
  • Gum disease
  • Certain medical treatments, such as some types of chemotherapy

Regardless of why you have missing teeth, the need for tooth replacement cannot be understated.

The Dental Implant Difference

When you come to South Shore Dental Care for your dental implants, you can take comfort in knowing that they entire procedure will be completed in the comfort and convenience of our office. There’s no need to see an implant specialist, because our dentist are skillfully trained in the procedure.

First, one of our dentists will surgically implant a small titanium post in the jaw bone beneath your missing tooth. This post will serve as the “root” of your new tooth. As such, the post anchors the custom designed porcelain crown that will ultimately sit on top of the post. Moreover, the post and surrounding bone tissue fuse together, forming a solid foundation that is as solid as one of your natural teeth. In addition, the relationship between post and bone can help you avoid bone deterioration that can lead to facial sagging. Therefore, with dental implants, you’ll not only be able to confidently eat, speak and smile, you’ll look better and younger for years to come.

Schedule an Appointment Today

To learn more about dental implants, call South Shore Dental Care today. We are trusted by families throughout Massapequa Park, NY, Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, Wantagh, and the neighboring cities.

South Shore Dental Care Offers Non Invasive TMJ Disorder Relief in Massapequa, NY

March 24, 2015

156250846What is TMJ Disorder? The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the sliding hinge that connects your jawbone to your skull on either side of your face. It is the joint that allows you to use your jawbone to chew and speak properly. Because it plays such an important role, when it malfunctions, it can wreak havoc on your everyday life.Although TMJ disorder is hard to prevent (because the exact cause is unknown) it can be easily treated, non-invasively, with oral appliance therapy from South Shore Dental Care. Make your TMJ disorder consultation appointment with the trusted family dentists of South Shore Dental Care today. Drs. Dory and Khalida Stutman proudly serve patients daily throughout Massapequa, NY, Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, Wantagh, and the surrounding communities.

What Does TMJ Disorder Look Like?

TMJ disorder can cause severe pain and discomfort in some cases. This pain could be temporary or last for many years. It could also affect one or both sides of your face. TMJ disorder is more common among women than men and it is most often discovered between the ages of 20 and 40. While the exact trigger of the disorder is still debated, clear warning signs include:

  • Pain or tenderness in your face, neck, or shoulders
  • Pain when you chew, speak, or open your mouth too wide
  • Jaw joints that lock or make noises
  • Trouble chewing properly
  • Swelling on one side of the face
  • Chronic toothaches, headaches, neck aches, or upper shoulder pain or
  • Chronic earaches, hearing problems, or ringing in the ears

How Can TMJ Disorder Be Treated?

Dr. Stutman offers oral appliance therapy to alleviate the symptoms of TMJ disorder. A custom oral appliance (night guard) fits over your upper and lower teeth as you sleep. The appliance prevents your teeth from clenching so that your jaw joints and muscles can relax and release tension. The night guard can lessen the effects of teeth clenching and grinding and correct your bite position. When your jaw joints and surrounding muscles are no longer strained, your TMJ disorder symptoms will decrease and dissipate.

Massapequa TMJ Disorder Consultations

If you, or someone you love, is suffering from TMJ disorder symptoms, make an appointment for a TMJ disorder treatment consultation with the experienced family dentists of South Shore Dental Care today. South Shore Dental Care delivers quality therapy daily throughout Massapequa, NY, Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, Wantagh, and the neighboring areas.

Keep Your Child Smiling with Pediatric Dental Care Appointments in Massapequa, NY

March 10, 2015

99909757Did you know that tooth decay is the single most common childhood disease in America? Although dental decay is rarely life threatening, it can often have long term negative effects on our health. We only get one set of permanent teeth. If we don’t protect and preserve them with quality pediatric dental care early in life, we could develop dental problems that will jeopardize our health and cost thousands of dollars in restorative treatments. Only you can protect your child’s healthy teeth and gums by making sure they receive the routine dental care they need.Make a pediatric dental care appointment for your child with the experienced family dentists of South Shore Dental Care today. South Shore Dental Care proudly serves patients of all ages daily throughout Massapequa, NY, Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, Wantagh, and the surrounding communities.

Why Is Pediatric Dental Care So Important?

Pediatric dental care focuses on the treatment of children from the arrival of the first tooth through adolescence. It creates a firm foundation for a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums. Pediatric dental care appointments concentrate on the healthy growth of primary and secondary teeth. Your child should begin seeing a dentist by age 1, with semiannual checkups starting at age 3. When your child’s adult teeth begin to appear (about age 6) we will be able to protect their healthy development and guard against decay and dental diseases. Since our modern diets are full of tooth eroding sugars and acids, today, more than ever, it’s important for your child to receive routine dental care to preserve their natural permanent teeth.

Preparing Your Child for a Pediatric Dental Checkup

Dental fear and anxiety is a common problem for many adults. But these fears don’t have to be passed on to our children. If you keep a positive attitude about dental care in front of your child, they will catch on and enjoy their trips to the dentist office. You can help them feel at ease by role playing the dental visit at home, reading books about dental care, and reminding them of the importance of taking care of their teeth, even when a dental visit is a few more months away.

Massapequa Pediatric Dental Care Appointments

Prevention and education are the keys to good childhood oral health. We can provide the checkups, cleanings, and protective fluoride and dental sealant treatments your child needs to stay healthy and smiling year round. If it’s been more than six months since your child has seen a dentist, schedule their next pediatric dental care appointment with South Shore Dental Care today. South Shore Dental Care is trusted by families daily throughout Massapequa, NY, Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, Wantagh, and the neighboring cities.

Preview the New You with Smile Design from South Shore Dental Care in Massapequa, NY

February 24, 2015

461973203What could advance your career, fill up your social calendar, and improve your overall quality of life? The answer is: a healthy and confident new smile. Study after study has proven the benefits and attractiveness of a bright smile. A smiling face tells others that you’re an outgoing and intelligent person worth getting to know. A beaming smile is always perceived as warm and welcoming. But if you have cosmetic dental concerns causing you to hide your smile from the world, it’s time to make a change. We can help. Just email us your picture and we’ll show you how the cosmetic dentistry experts of South Shore Dental Care can transform your smile today. Drs. Dory and Khalida Stutman design new smiles daily throughout Massapequa, NY, Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, Wantagh, and the surrounding communities.

Smile Design with PreNew PreView

First, Dr. Stutman will take several digital pictures of your smile. Then, utilizing a special smile design program, we will digitally enhance these images to preview the prescribed changes to your smile. These prescribed changes are based on the results of your smile analysis. When the process is complete, Dr. Stutman will provide your pre-treatment photographs and computer-enhanced images for comparison.

Your Smile Transformation Choices

Massapequa Smile Design and PreNew PreView Appointments

A smile conveys both self-assurance and professionalism. Hiding your smile could be keeping you from realizing someone of your short and long term goals, both professionally and personally. But you don’t have to go through life with a self-conscious smile. Many dental problems can be easily fixed. Email us a picture to get your smile makeover started today. The highly qualified cosmetic dentistry team at South Shore Dental Care will help you achieve the smile of your dreams. Drs. Dory and Khalida Stutman proudly serve patients daily throughout Massapequa, NY, Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, Wantagh, and nearby areas.

Got Dental Implants Questions? We’ve Got Answers.

February 10, 2015

471814805Are you considering dental implants? Many tooth loss patients are excited about dental implants, but are still confused by the wealth of information available on the topic. The fact is that dental implants are fast becoming the preferred treatment choice of both patients and dentists, because of their numerous restorative and practical benefits. We hope to make the process as simple and transparent as possible. Read on to explore the  implants process for yourself, and then make an appointment with the experienced restorative and dental implants experts of South Shore Dental Care today. South Shore Dental Care delivers quality care daily throughout Massapequa, NY, Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, Wantagh, and the surrounding communities.

Dental Implants FAQ

Dental implants are tiny biocompatible titanium posts which serve to replace both your missing tooth and your missing tooth’s root.

  • How Are They Placed?

Dental implants are placed gently in the jawbone through the gum line. The implants then require several weeks to fully fuse with your natural bone structure.

Dental implants are, by far, the most effective and beneficial form of natural tooth replacement available today. Implants offer stability, comfort, and ease of care not afforded by dentures. Implants are also better for your long term oral and overall health than dental bridgework. In fact, implants are the only tooth replacement method which actually preserves your natural bone structure and youthful facial features.

Massapequa Dental Implants Appointments

While dental implants are not for everyone, they are unequivocally the best choice if your oral health and bone densities meet the minimum treatment requirements. Millions of patients have discovered the life changing advantageous of dental implants tooth replacement, and now you can too! Just make an appointment with South Shore Dental Care and our highly qualified  implants specialists today. South Shore Dental Care proudly restores smiles daily throughout Massapequa, NY, Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, Wantagh, and neighboring areas.

Economic Smile Makeovers with Cosmetic Bonding in Massapequa, NY

January 24, 2015

A Brilliant New Smile Is Closer Than You Think! It can be intimidating to consider the costs of cosmetic dentistry techniques like porcelain veneers. Though you may want to correct your smile imperfections, you could be worried about overloading your budget. If this sounds familiar, Dr. Stutman can help you using economical cosmetic bonding. Dental cosmetic bonding is not only used to fix cavities or broken teeth. It can also be used to improve the aesthetic appearance of your healthy teeth. Cosmetic bonding is very affordable and can easily fix discolored, misaligned, or worn down teeth. Don’t put off your smile makeover any longer. Make your cosmetic bonding appointment with the trusted cosmetic dentistry experts of South Shore Dental Care today. South Shore Dental Care proudly restores smiles daily throughout Massapequa, NY, Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, Wantagh, and the surrounding communities.

What Can Cosmetic Bonding Do For Your Smile?

Dr. Stutman can use cosmetic bonding material to easily improve the color, shape, and arrangement or your teeth in just one office visit. Cosmetic bonding is incredibly versatile and requires very little preparation. It can be sued to correct discolored or chipped teeth, close spaces or gaps between teeth, elongate teeth, or change their shade and form.

How Does Cosmetic Bonding Work?

First, Dr. Stutman will place a thin, clear plastic film between the tooth to be bonded and neighboring teeth. Next, a mild chemical will be applied to the tooth to give it a rough texture. This helps the composite resin bond with the enamel of your tooth. The composite resin that matches closest to the color of your natural tooth is then chosen. Dr. Stutman will then apply the composite resin in layers. A special curing light is used to harden each layer. After the last layer of composite resin is hardened, Dr. Stutman will shape and polish the material to blend perfectly with your tooth. The finished tooth will look completely smooth and natural.

Cosmetic Bonding Appointments in Massapequa, NY

Dr. Stutman understands that a bright and healthy white smile is an asset. That’s why we offer a cost efficient way to get the smile you’ve always wanted. Make an appointment with the highly qualified cosmetic dentists of South Shore Dental Care today for your cosmetic bonding smile makeover. South Shore Dental Care is trusted by families throughout Massapequa, NY, Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, Wantagh, and nearby areas.

Enjoy Fast and Efficient Dental Restorations with CEREC One- Hour Crowns

January 10, 2015

461188145Let us help you fulfill your New Year’s resolutions. Did you promise to find ways to save time and money in 2015? If so, we can help you keep these resolutions, and still get you the dental care you need to stay healthy. We achieve this goal through the use of CEREC one-hour dental crown technology. CEREC (Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics) can literally cut the time you spend in the dentist chair in half. If you value your time and money, you should make an appointment with the highly qualified restorative dentists of South Shore Dental Care today for a new CEREC restoration. South Shore Dental Care proudly restores smiles daily throughout Massapequa, NY, Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, Wantagh, and the surrounding communities.

How Do CEREC One- Hour Crowns Work?

  • First, Dr. Stutman will give you a full dental examination to determine that a CEREC restoration is most appropriate for your treatment. If it is, Dr. Stutman will prepare the affected tooth for restoration. Any decay or infected tissue will then be removed.
  • Next, Dr. Stutman will take digital impressions of your prepared tooth. These digital images are then sent to the CEREC computers for processing. This will only take a few minutes.
  • Next, the CEREC computer will convert your dental impressions into a 3-D virtual model. Dr. Stutman will use this information to design your crown. After a few more minutes, the design is finalized and sent to an in- office milling unit to be fabricated.
  • The CEREC milling unit will create your dental crown based on the final design. The crown is crafted from a ceramic block that perfectly matches the shade of your teeth. This step takes no more than twenty minutes to complete.
  • Finally, Dr. Stutman will place and adjust your new crown for proper fitting, and make any revisions if necessary. If the crown fits properly, it is bonded over the tooth, and thoroughly polished.

Why Choose CEREC One- Hour Crowns?

We strive to make your dental care as fast and efficient as possible. With CEREC one-hour crown restorations you can save time and money. By cutting your dentist office visits in half, you will spend less time in the dentist chair and you will save the extra expense of a second visit. Additionally, you will not have to endure the inconvenience or costs of a temporary crown as your permanent crown is fabricated in a far off laboratory.

CEREC One- Hour Crowns in Massapequa, NY

We understand how valuable and limited your time can be. That’s why we’ve eliminated the need for temporaries or additional office visits. You will walk in for your appointment, and walk out with your new dental crown in place. Make your appointment for a new CEREC One-Hour crown from the experienced restorative experts of South Shore Dental Care today. South Shore Dental Care proudly serves families throughout Massapequa, NY, Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, Wantagh, and nearby areas.

 

 

Block Pain and Fear with Sedation Dentistry

December 24, 2014

483749731South Shore Dental Care understands that dental fear and phobia can keep you from getting the preventive dental care you need to stay healthy. That’s why they offer apprehensive patients sedation dentistry options to relive their fear and anxieties during treatment. You can choose IV sedation, or if you don’t care for needles, oral conscious sedation. These anti- anxiety medications will calm and relax you for the duration of your dental procedure. Either way, the experienced team at South Shore Dental Care will take the time and precautions necessary to ensure that your dental visit is as comfortable and pain free as possible. Make an appointment with the highly qualified sedation dentistry experts of South Shore Dental Care today. South Shore Dental Care proudly restores smiles daily throughout Massapequa, NY, Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, Wantagh and surrounding communities.

Sedation Dentistry Methods

o   Prescription anti- anxiety medicine

o   Taken the night before or one hour before your appointment

o   Fully conscious and responsive throughout treatment

o   Induces calm and relaxation

o   Intravenous anti- anxiety medicine

o   Administered by board certified anesthesiologist Dr. Kevin Glassman

o   Gives dentist more control over level of sedation

o   Induces calm and relaxation

o   You may drift in and out of sleep

Sedation Dentistry in Massapequa, NY

Remember, sedation does not block pain, it only relaxes you.  You will be given a local anesthetic in addition to sedation medication to block any pain. You should plan to have a friend or family member drive you home after your treatment as you may remain drowsy after the procedure is completed. With modern sedation dentistry techniques, you can finally get the dental care you need. Make an appointment with the gentle and compassionate family dentists of South Shore Dental Care today. South Shore Dental Care proudly serves patients throughout Massapequa, NY, Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, Wantagh and nearby cities.

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