In this post from Robert Matlach Dental in Huntington NY, we highlight simple things you can do with your toothbrush to keep your mouth as clean and healthy as possible. One of the most important habits anyone can form is to always let their toothbrush completely air dry between uses. The best way to do…
Dental health
Less Is More At Matlach Dental In Huntington
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
There are new developments in modern dentistry: stronger, natural-looking materials; improved techniques; more effective diagnostic methods; and more precise instruments. Combine them with the experience of the team at Robert Matlach Dental in Huntington NY and you’re left with less of what used to make people dread going to the dentist. Less Pain Improved painkillers, lasers,…
Can You Name 9 Dental Specialties?
Categories: Dental health
Most people probably know how a pediatric dentist differs from an orthodontist. But you may not know that the American Dental Association recognizes nine dental specialties. This post from Robert Matlach Dental in Huntington NY looks at disciplines within dentistry, and the years in which they were formally recognized by the ADA. Endodontics (1983): This…
Patient Education Is A Priority At Matlach Dental
At Matlach Dental in Huntington NY, we enjoy providing guidance on oral health. Good dental health depends on good habits, so we want you to have all the information you need to practice those habits. When patients are in need of a dental procedure such as a filling or a crown, we take the time to…
Super Smiles Have Strong Enamel
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
Did you know that enamel is the hardest substance in the body? It’s true! Found on the outer surface of your teeth, enamel is meant to last a lifetime, and with the help of regular checkups at Robert Matlach Dental in Huntington NY, it can. Enamel may be super strong, but you still have to…
A Proud Dental Practice
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
At Robert Matlach Dental in Huntington NY we are proud to provide our community with the best dental care possible. It’s a lot of work to run a dental office, but it’s an important function. We are commmitted to excellence in what we do. It is by now well-established that your dental health is linked…
Patient-Centered Dental Care
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
At Robert Matlach Dental in Huntington NY, our patients are the focus of everything we do. Patient satisfaction means everything, because when our patients are satisfied we know we’re doing things right. Any time we do a checkup on a patient, we are as thorough as possible. We never rush you through an appointment. For…
Dental Implants: Does Your Age Matter?
Categories: Dental health, Dental implants
Dental implants have been called one of the greatest advances in dentistry: titanium posts that are inserted into the jaw to support one or more artificial teeth. Dental implants are available at Matlach Dental in Huntington. A common concern for many patients is whether they are too old for a dental implant. We’ll give you…
Restoring Teeth At Matlach Dental
At Matlach Dental in Huntington NY, we use a variety of techniques to restore damaged teeth. Traditional fillings are also called ‘direct restorations’ because they are applied to the tooth and then shaped and polished in one visit. Another type of filling is called an ‘indirect restoration’ and is fabricated in a dental lab. There…
15 Things You Didn’t Know About Teeth
Our teeth are alive, but it’s easy to forget that fact, and take teeth for granted. At Robert Matlach Dental in Huntington NY, we never take teeth for granted – but then, as dental professionals we probably understand better than most just how amazing teeth can be. We’re using this blog post to share some…
