Dental health

It’s no secret that many Huntington residents dread going to the dentist. Whether they associate dental visits with shame, pain or financial drain, they avoid it at all costs. See Your Dentist Regularly to Avoid Painful Oral Problems However, think about the fact that by seeing your dentist regularly, you can skip dental procedures like…

At Robert Matlach Dental in Huntington NY we are big advocates of good dental health, and really promote regular brushing and flossing. Since we’re a dental practice that should come as no surprise! Many of our patients bring questions with them to their checkups, like which toothpaste to use or proper tools and techniques. We…

Your teeth can last a lifetime. With a few daily precautions and regular checkups at Robert Matlach Dental in Huntington NY, you’ll go a long way toward making sure they do. If you do any of the following, we recommend that you stop: Chewing sugared gum all day. Cavities, a sore jaw, or compromised bridgework…

Be Glad We Have X-Ray Vision During a dental checkup at Robert Matlach Dental in Huntington NY we do a thorough inspection of your teeth and gums. But visual inspections can’t tell us everything we need to know, which is why we take x-rays. For most patients, we update our x-rays once a year. They…

At Robert Matlach Dental in Huntington NY patients sometimes ask us how they should go about choosing a toothbrush. Picking this most basic dental health tool can be as hard as choosing a paint color, and there seems to be just as many choices. The most important consideration for a toothbrush is soft bristles. We…

At Robert Matlach Dental in Huntington NY, we are busy ringing in the New Year, same as you. But we decided to take a break in order to remind any patients, potential or recurring, to brush, floss, and watch what they eat during these holidays. As much as we despise being the serious ones during…

At Robert Matlach Dental in Huntington NY, we don’t like providing the reality check; especially around the holidays. Everyone wants to think positively and enjoy their time, and that’s well and good. But we would be an ineffective dental team if we didn’t remind you to take extra care of your teeth this holiday season.…

Tooth decay is the single most common dental issue there is. Brushing and flossing your teeth twice a day goes a long way toward preventing it. That’s something we stress to all of our patients, at Robert Matlach Dental in Huntington NY! Cavities form when acids in the mouth attack the enamel and dentin of…

Who doesn’t love the holidays? They’re a time to take a break from your regular routine and spend time with friends and family. At Robert Matlach Dental in Huntington NY, we encourage you to keep up your dental health routine, even when you’re having the most fun! If you’re not careful, though, holiday celebrations can…

At Robert Matlach Dental in Huntington NY we are committed to the highest standards of dental care, and to the experience our patients have in our office. If it’s been a while since you’ve had a checkup, we invite you to give us a call to schedule one. Communication is one of our biggest priorities.…