This post from Robert Matlach Dental in Huntington NY is about gingivitis, which is early-stage gum disease. Gum disease is usually the result of poor brushing and flossing habits. When you don’t brush and floss on a regular basis there is a build-up of plaque, which hardens into a substance called tartar. That’s why we…
General dentistry
Go Back In Time
Categories: Dental implants, General dentistry
So you’ve lost some teeth and hesitate to smile because of the gaps. If only you could go back in time and regain that full-toothed smile you once had. Guess what? With dental implants from Robert Matlach Dental in Huntington NY, you can! A dental implant is a titanium post inserted into the jaw, where…
Rather Have A Root Canal?
Have you ever heard the phrase ‘I’d rather have a root canal’ to describe something painful or unpleasant? At Robert Matlach Dental in Huntington NY we perform root canal therapy routinely. A Straightforward Procedure Root canals are not all that complicated. The most important thing to remember is that the procedure is done to save…
What Does Your Saliva Reveal?
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
Saliva is an important part of good oral health. Without an adequate flow, you’d find it very difficult to chew and swallow. If you have a problem with dry mouth, let us know at Robert Matlach Dental in Huntington NY. Saliva is produced by several glands in and around the mouth, and it is mostly…
Treatment For Sensitive Teeth
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
There are lots of people out there who feel pain when they sip coffee or eat ice cream, or take a bite out of something hard. If sensitive teeth are a problem for you, talk to us about it at Robert Matlach Dental in Huntington NY. In many cases, sensitive teeth respond to something as…
It’s Better To Prevent A Cavity Than Fill One
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
We fill a lot of cavities at Robert Matlach Dental in Huntington NY. Tooth decay is a serious problem, with somewhere in the area of nine of every ten American adults having at least one cavity in their teeth. It doesn’t have to be that way. We really stress preventative dentistry as the key to…
Foaming At The Mouth: Are You Brushing Right?
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
In this post from Robert Matlach Dental in Huntington NY, we explore some specifics about brushing your teeth. One key to getting the most out of your toothpaste is getting plenty of foam when brushing. Working up a good foam is brought about by pre-wetting the toothbrush, then brushing at a 45 degree angle. The…
Why Is Dry Mouth Risky For Your Teeth?
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
A condition known as dry mouth is fairly common, and has some common causes. It can be really uncomfortable, and can also pose a threat to your dental health. Here are some tips from Robert Matlach Dental in Huntington NY. The medical term for dry mouth is xerostomia, which is pronounced zero-STO-me-ah. Some of its…
7 Steps For A Healthy Smile
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” When Benjamin Franklin said that he meant fire safety. But like all timeless quotes, it applies to many more aspects of modern life. At Robert Matlach Dental in Huntington NY, we apply it to dental health. Keeping your smile beautiful and healthy is done most…
What’s Your Dental Plan?
To have the best dental health, it helps if you develop a plan: a plan you stick to no matter what. Part of it should be regular checkups at Robert Matlach Dental in Huntington NY, but there’s more to it than that. Here are some things you can consider for your dental plan. Brush your…
