With porcelain veneers, you can improve your smile without significant restorative dental work. Dental Veneers Transform Your Teeth Porcelain veneers are glass-like, wafer-thin covers that are attached to the front of your teeth. Porcelain has been used in dentistry for many years because no other restorative material is such a fantastic match for natural tooth…
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A Wise Investment That Pays Off Every Day
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, General dentistry
You may not sport a sparkling 3-carat diamond on your finger or zip around town in a shiny Ferrari, but you can flash a celebrity-caliber smile. (And we think it is a much better investment than extravagant jewelry or a pricey car.) Cosmetic dentistry is an investment in you. And it pays off every single…
5 Tools For Tooth Transformations
Too-small teeth. Misshapen teeth. Cracked teeth. Chipped teeth. Spacing irregularities. These problems are all-too-common. But you don’t have to live with them! With the advances in cosmetic dentistry, there are fixes for these vexing tooth dilemmas! 1. Veneers. (Also called dental laminates or porcelain veneers). These extremely thin shells are custom-made so the size, shape,…
Getting a Dental Implant May Not Take as Long as You Think
Categories: Dental implants
Think you don’t have time to transform your smile? It may not take as long as you think. How many visits does it take to get dental implants? Each patient is different. But in most cases, complete implant procedures take fewer visits than they used to. The team at Matlach Dental can restore missing teeth…
3 Tips To Make Brushing Count
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
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…
Dental Veneers: 7 Fast Fixes
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Hi! Welcome to the Matlach Dental dental blog where we take the time to answer dental questions. Today we are focusing on fabulous veneers, which are used extensively in cosmetic dentistry. Dental veneers (also called laminates) are custom made to permanently cover the front part of one or more teeth. Wafer-thin, super-strong veneers can remedy…
Tooth Whitening: In-Office vs. DIY
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Teeth whitening
If you would like to improve your smile with teeth whitening, the first step is deciding how you’ll do it. At Robert Matlach Dental in Huntington NY, teeth whitening is one of our most popular cosmetic dentistry procedures. There are lots of whitening products out there, but what they have in common is a peroxide-based…
For A Healthier Smile, Stop Doing This
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
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…
Reinvent Yourself With A Smile Makeover
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
A cosmetic dentistry smile makeover from Robert Matlach Dental in Huntington NY can boost your self-confidence. Maybe you’ve got an upcoming job interview, or a new relationship. A brand-new smile can make all the difference! A smile makeover may include any of several cosmetic dentistry procedures, from teeth whitening to porcelain veneers. They can have…
9 Tips For Preventing Gum Disease
Unfortunately, gum disease is very common. But, at Robert Matlach Dental in Huntington NY, it is a completely preventable condition. We are ready to help you deal with those swollen gums! But how? The best solution is always prevention. Our team has compiled a list of ways you can reduce your chances of gum disease.…
