Like so many other things related to insurance, it’s easy to forget you have a remaining balance left on your dental plan. But you need to use those benefits to your oral advantage — don’t let them, or your teeth, go to waste this year! If it’s been more than six months since your last dental checkup, or if you know you need a little dental work done, use those benefits to your advantage at your Blue Cross Blue Shield and Metlife dentist at South Shore Dental Care before time runs out! Dr. Dory and Khalida Stutman are ready to help you make the most of your 2015 dental benefits.
Metlife & BCBS Dentist Reminds You: Use Your Benefits!
October 30, 2015
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Oral Cancer Screening from your Massapequa Park, NY, Dentist
October 29, 2015
The holidays are just around the corner. Why not give yourself and your loved ones the most precious gift of all? The gift of good health. At South Shore Dental Care in Massapequa Park, NY, an oral cancer screening is a routine part of your biannual dental checkup. With this regularity, Dr. Dory Stutman and Dr. Khalida Stutman are better able to catch a symptom of this cancer early when it is still very treatable.
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For Porcelain Veneers, Massapequa, NY, Comes to South Shore Dental Care
July 27, 2015
Most people can’t help but smile when they’re happy or when they see something that amuses them. But if you are one of those who immediately brings your hand to your mouth to cover your smile, then perhaps you should consider porcelain veneers from Drs. Dory and Khalida Stutman at South Shore Dental Care in Massapequa Park, NY. Porcelain veneers are the modern dental wonders that cover up the smile you don’t want to share and reveal the smile you are proud to show!
Porcelain veneers can be used to correct a number of cosmetic flaws in your smile including:
- Chipped teeth
- Teeth that are slightly broken or fractured
- Misshaped teeth
- Slightly crooked teeth
- Teeth with gaps in between them
Regardless of which cosmetic imperfection is causing you to hide your smile, our doctors can give you the smile of your dream with porcelain veneers, also called dental veneers or just veneers.
What is the Process for Porcelain Veneers?
To make that dream a reality, you’ll first meet with one of our dentists to discuss you smile goals. We want to know what you envision. If you want, you can even bring photos of family, friends, or celebrities whose smiles have characteristics you admire. Once we determine that you are a qualified candidate for veneers—meaning you don’t have any other outstanding dental problems that need to be taken care of first—we will take x-rays, photos and impressions of your teeth.
Then, one of our dentist will prep the teeth that will receive veneers by removing a small amount of enamel. This helps to ensure that your veneers lay flush with your other teeth and adhere well. If you are getting minimal-prep or no-prep veneers, then we will only need to etch your teeth. Once this step is completed, we’ll take another impression that will be sent to our renowned dental ceramist who will hand craft your porcelain veneers. While this is happening, you’ll wear temporaries to protect your prepped teeth and accustom you to the feeling of veneers in your mouth.
In a couple of weeks when your permanent veneers are ready, we will call you back to have them adhesively bonded to your teeth. Each veneer will be carefully examined and gently trimmed for a perfect fit. Once all of your veneers are in place, you’ll never want to hide your smile again!
Call Our Office Today
If you would like to talk to the cosmetic dentist Massapequa, NY, can trust for the best advice on enhancing your smile, then schedule an appointment with Drs. Stutman at South Shore Dental Care. Our practice welcomes patients from surrounding areas including Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, and Wantagh.
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CEREC One Day Crowns in Massapequa Park
May 25, 2015
We 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.
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Dental Implants in Massapequa Park
May 10, 2015
If 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.
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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.
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Enjoy Fast and Efficient Dental Restorations with CEREC One- Hour Crowns
January 10, 2015
Let 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.
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Block Pain and Fear with Sedation Dentistry
December 24, 2014
South 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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Quick and Easy Smile Makeovers with Lumineers and Durathin Minimal Prep Veneers
December 10, 2014
Do you need a smile makeover? If you have to hide your smile because of discoloration, cracks, chips, or misalignment you need help from Lumineers and Durathin minimal prep veneers. These ultra thin veneers can fix multiple cosmetic issues at once with little to no pain or discomfort. Traditional veneers are much thicker, requiring the dentist to grind, file, or cut down your natural teeth and alter your original tooth structure. With no-prep or minimal prep veneers, the dentist doesn’t need to change the structure of your teeth in any way. Lumineers and Durathin minimal prep veneers can be bonded to the front of your teeth to overhaul your smile in just one visit. Make an appointment with the experienced cosmetic dentists of South Shore Dental Care today. They can give you a brand new smile without any pain, discomfort, shots, or drills. South Shore Dental Care proudly serves patients throughout Massapequa, NY, Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, Wantagh and surrounding communities.
What Cosmetic Issues can Lumineers and Durathin Minimal Prep Veneers Correct?
- Chipped or cracked teeth
- Discolored or stained teeth
- Gaps or spaces between teeth
- Misshapen, fanged or pointy teeth
- Misaligned teeth
- Crowded teeth
- Worn teeth
- Small teeth
What’s Different about Lumineers and Durathin Minimal Prep Veneers?
- Ultra-thin (0.2 mm)
- Highly translucent
- Replicates your natural enamel
- Lasts over 20 years
- Pain free application (no shots or drills)
Lumineers and Durathin Minimal Prep Veneers in Massapequa, NY
If you have more than one complaint about your smile, Lumineers and Durathin minimal prep veneers could be your answer. They are the least invasive method for permanently correcting cosmetic imperfections. Make an appointment with the highly qualified cosmetic dentists of South Shore Dental Care for your minimal prep veneers today. You can get the “Hollywood” smile you’ve always wanted in just one office visit. South Shore Dental Care restores smiles daily throughout Massapequa, NY, Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, Wantagh and nearby areas.
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The Dental Friendly Diet
November 24, 2014
You might already be well aware of the foods and drinks you should be avoiding to keep tooth decay and gum disease at bay. But have you ever wondered what foods you should be eating to maintain good oral health? We found six great examples of foods that actually encourage healthy teeth and gums. We found that foods rich in vitamins A, C and D as well as calcium and phosphorus are especially beneficial for your teeth. Not surprisingly, foods that are good for your teeth are also good for the rest of your body. Don’t forget that visiting the dentist regularly is also an essential part of protecting your teeth and gums from decay and infection. Make an appointment with the experienced family dentists of South Shore Dental Care today. They can help you maintain a healthy smile. South Shore Dental Care proudly serves families throughout Massapequa, NY, Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, Wantagh and surrounding communities.
Dental Friendly Foods
- Apples- Can act as a natural toothbrush.
- Milk and Cheese- Helps to stimulate saliva production, also high in calcium and phosphates.
- Celery- Another natural toothbrush that also has high water content and fiber.
- Whole Grains- Full of fiber, vitamins and minerals.
- Kiwi- Great source of vitamin C.
- Sugar-free Gum- Contains Xylitol, a natural ingredient that can actually battle tooth decay.
Dental Appointments in Massapequa, NY
A healthy diet along with a good oral hygiene routine and comprehensive dental care will keep you smiling for a very long time. Eating teeth friendly foods is an easy way to keep your smile as vibrant and healthy as possible. The dentists of South Shore Dental Care want to partner with you to protect your smile. Make an appointment today for your next dental exam and cleaning. South Shore Dental Care creates beautiful smiles daily throughout Massapequa, NY, Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, Wantagh and nearby areas.
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