{"id":158,"date":"2009-10-14T21:28:57","date_gmt":"2009-10-14T15:28:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.smilesofstyle.com\/?p=158"},"modified":"2009-10-14T21:29:29","modified_gmt":"2009-10-14T15:29:29","slug":"south-shore-dental-care-keeps-smiles-healthy-with-comprehensive-checkups-cleanings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smilesofstyle.com\/blog\/2009\/10\/south-shore-dental-care-keeps-smiles-healthy-with-comprehensive-checkups-cleanings\/","title":{"rendered":"South Shore Dental Care Keeps Smiles Healthy with Comprehensive Checkups &#038; Cleanings"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-161\" style=\"border: 3px solid black; margin: 3px;\" title=\"oral-hygiene\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smilesofstyle.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/10\/oral-hygiene.jpg\" alt=\"oral-hygiene\" width=\"194\" height=\"131\" \/>At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smilesofstyle.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">South Shore Dental Care<\/a>, we\u2019re known for full-service <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smilesofstyle.com\/cosmetic-dentistry-massapequa-park-ny.html\" target=\"_blank\">cosmetic <\/a>and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smilesofstyle.com\/restorative-dentistry.html\" target=\"_blank\">restorative <\/a>dentistry. Every day, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smilesofstyle.com\/meet-dr-dory-stutman.html\" target=\"_blank\">Dr. Dory Stutman<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smilesofstyle.com\/meet-dr-khalida-stutman.html\" target=\"_blank\">Dr. Khalida Stutman <\/a>create stunning, life-changing smiles. A beautiful smile needs a firm foundation to withstand daily wear and tear and provide protection against dental disease and decay. So, after we\u2019ve created the smile of your dreams, we\u2019ll maintain it with comprehensive <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smilesofstyle.com\/general-family-dentistry.html\" target=\"_blank\">checkups and cleanings<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Our dentists recommend that patients attend six-month checkups and cleanings to keep dental problems at bay and increase the longevity of cosmetic and restorative treatments such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smilesofstyle.com\/cerec-one-hour-crowns.html\" target=\"_blank\">all-porcelain crowns<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smilesofstyle.com\/porcelain-veneers.html\" target=\"_blank\">veneers<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smilesofstyle.com\/porcelain-veneers.html\" target=\"_blank\">Lumineers<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smilesofstyle.com\/dental-implants.html\" target=\"_blank\">dental implants<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smilesofstyle.com\/restorative-dentistry.html\" target=\"_blank\">bridgework<\/a>. You\u2019ve made an investment in your smile. Keep the returns high with quality preventive care.<!--more--><\/p>\n<p><strong>Checkups &amp; Cleanings: Step by Step<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>At your checkup, Dr. Dory Stutman or Dr. Khalida Stutman will scan your teeth for decay with our state-of-the-art <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smilesofstyle.com\/about-our-office.html\" target=\"_blank\">DIAGNOdent<\/a>. This non-invasive laser spots decay in the early stage, when conservative treatment can be applied to retain more natural tooth structure.<\/li>\n<li>The dentist will check the health of your gums, assess how well your top and bottom teeth fit together, and perform an oral cancer screening.<\/li>\n<li>We\u2019ll obtain <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smilesofstyle.com\/general-family-dentistry.html\" target=\"_blank\">digital X-rays <\/a>for a detailed view of your mouth\u2019s support structures.<\/li>\n<li>The hygienist will gently remove decay-causing plaque, tartar and hardened food particles from your teeth and polish them until they sparkle!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Next Steps\u2026<br \/>\n<\/strong>You\u2019ll sit down with the dentist for a comprehensive assessment of findings and a discussion of recommended treatments, if any. We\u2019ll schedule your follow-up appointment or next checkup and cleaning, then send you on your way with a plan to maintain a fabulous smile.<\/p>\n<p>You deserve lasting dental health and beauty. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smilesofstyle.com\/contact.html\" target=\"_blank\">Call our Massapequa dental office <\/a>today to schedule your six-month checkup and cleaning. Dr. Dory Stutman, Dr. Khalida Stutman, and our entire team look forward to seeing you!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At South Shore Dental Care, we\u2019re known for full-service cosmetic and restorative dentistry. Every day, Dr. Dory Stutman and Dr. Khalida Stutman create stunning, life-changing smiles. A beautiful smile needs a firm foundation to withstand daily wear and tear and provide protection against dental disease and decay. 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