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Dr. Dory Stutman: AACD Accredited Dentist

February 6, 2013

Filed under: Cosmetic Dentistry — Tags: , , , , , , , , — Dr. Stutman's Office @ 11:22 pm

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.

Get Twice the Expertise for Your Teeth in Massapequa, NY

January 30, 2013

Filed under: Cosmetic Dentistry — Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , — Dr. Stutman's Office @ 9:14 pm

In a recent blog post, we briefly mentioned at the end that here at South Shore Dental Care, we offer something very few other practices can – two dentists of different focuses who can consult together on your diagnoses and procedures. Today, we’d like to elaborate a little on what this could mean for you and your smile. At our Massapequa, NY office, we understand that you certainly don’t have the time to visit several dentists in order to assure you’re getting the best care available. We want to help you feel comfortable with our services and completely informed about what we can offer you, without you even having to leave the comfort of your computer chair!

Twice the support, twice the skill

While our husband-wife team offers a variety of procedures, from family dentistry to restorative procedures to multiple sedation techniques, they both focus on specific areas of dental care, meaning that you get a double-helping of expertise whenever you come in for care. Dr. Dory Stutman can offer you five-star cosmetic care, while Dr. Khalida Stutman specializes in orthodontic treatment.

Although dentists are experienced and well-trained professionals, when it comes to tough or tricky cases, it can help to have another qualified opinion available to you. After all, two heads is better than one!  At South Shore Dental Care, you won’t ever have to worry about needing a second opinion. It’s already available right here in our office, with both doctors looking and consulting on your specific issues and needs.

In addition, by being able to combine orthodontics with other treatment, we’ll able to offer you very conservative treatment. When having porcelain veneers fitted, you’ll have minimal or even no preparation veneers, enamel shaping, or bonding. This can be a big help to patients, especially those who are concerned about drilling or sensitivity.

Here at South Shore Dental Care, we’re committed to providing you with the most effective and informed service available. You’ll be back to sharing your smile with the world in no time!  Call our office today to schedule your consultation appointment. In addition to Massapequa, we also serve patients from Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, and Wantagh.

Straighten Your Smile More Simply With Invisalign

January 16, 2013

Filed under: Cosmetic Dentistry — Tags: , , , , , , , , — Dr. Stutman's Office @ 11:58 pm

As an adult, it can sometimes feel like you’ve missed your chance to have a beautiful, straight smile – after all, you’ve got a professional image to worry about, and traditional metal braces can make it seem like you’re stuck in junior high again. That’s not even taking into account the amount of time they take to make a difference in your smile – years, in most cases. Here at South Shore Dental Care, we’re committed to providing you with better, faster options concerning your dental care. That’s why we’re offering Invisalign at our Massapequa office, a more invisible, comfortable, and effective option for straightening your teeth.

Several benefits, one beautiful outcome

Created from detailed impressions of your teeth, Invisalign uses a series of clear, smooth plastic aligners to straighten teeth. One of the greatest benefits of using Invisalign is that you can easily remove it in order to eat, brush, and floss. No food is off-limits to you, and you’ll be able to keep your teeth cleaner without having to work around pesky brackets and wires.

In addition, your Invisalign braces will fit you comfortably and nearly invisibly, allowing you to avoid the looks and passing judgments that can come with traditional metal braces. What if you want to be sure you won’t have to explain them, though? If you have an important event coming up, like a graduation or wedding, no worries! Just leave your aligners out for a night, allowing you to enjoy all the fun to the fullest.

And best of all, our Massapequa dental team can have your treatment completed in an average of one year – half the time traditional braces usually take. What could be better?

Ring in the New Year with a great deal

If Invisalign seems like a surefire way to make your smile shine, you’re in luck! Mention this ad on our website, and you’ll receive a full $1,000 dollars off Invisalign here at South Shore Dental Care. In addition, we’ll provide you with free bleach after your treatment – a value of $400, available to you at no cost.

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

AACD-Accredited Care in Massapequa, NY

January 2, 2013

Filed under: Cosmetic Dentistry — Tags: , , , , , , — Dr. Stutman's Office @ 11:57 pm

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

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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

Filed under: General Dentistry — Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , — Dr. Stutman's Office @ 3:16 am

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

Filed under: Six Month Smiles — Tags: , , , , , , , , , — Dr. Stutman's Office @ 7:50 am

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.

Restore Your Smile’s Functionality and Appearance with a Full-Mouth Reconstruction

October 12, 2012

Filed under: Restorative Dentistry — Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , — Dr. Stutman's Office @ 6:50 pm

For some patients, extensive decay, disease, or a serious injury has left their smile with limited functionality, or with a smile they’re embarrassed to share with others. In cases like these, one service may not be enough to restore functionality or appearance. That’s why, at South Shore Dental Care, Dr. Dory Stutman and Dr. Khalida Stutman are happy to provide a service called full-mouth reconstruction.

A full-mouth reconstruction uses multiple services and multiple appointments to do what just one service can’t—create a beautiful smile that gives you the maximum amount of functionality. Our Massapequa dental office offers a wide range of cosmetic and restorative dental services, including:

Depending on your needs, a full-mouth reconstruction would use several of these cosmetic or restorative services to help you achieve a smile that boosts confidence and restores your ability to chew effectively.

But which services are most right for you?

Dr. Dory Stutman or Dr. Khalida Stutman will help you determine that during your consultation appointment. At that time, we’ll assess what your needs are through an oral exam, and we’ll also talk to you about your concerns before finalizing a personalized treatment plan. We would also be happy to talk to you about your sedation options.

Are you ready to get your smile back on track with a full-mouth reconstruction from South Shore Dental Care? Call our Massapequa dental office today. Dr. Dory Stutman and Dr. Khalida Stutman proudly serve patients from Long Island, Merrick, Bellmore, and Wantagh.

Demonstrating a Commitment to Conservative Dentistry with Root Canals

September 12, 2012

Filed under: Restorative Dentistry — Tags: , , , , — Dr. Stutman's Office @ 7:58 am

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

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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.

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