Declining health, limited mobility, financial strains – aging is not for wimps. Though some challenges seniors face can’t be avoided, others can. Dental dilemmas, for instance. At Robert Matlach Dental, we can protect your smile at any age. Many dental problems common among retirees such as missing teeth, gum recession, tooth damage, and yellowed enamel,…
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The Matlach Dental Guide To Teeth Whitening

So you want to whiten your teeth? It’s a cost-effective way to upgrade your smile, look younger, and feel more confident when you interact with people in business or social settings. Here are 5 things Matlach Dental recommends when it comes to teeth whitening: Meet with your dentist for a consultation first. There are several…
Porcelain Veneers And Instant Orthodontics

If you have been paying attention to the orthodontics scene in recent years, you probably know about invisible braces and speed braces. These new teeth straightening procedures have been welcomed by many people, especially adults who want an alternative to traditional metal braces. Robert Matlach Dental can help determine if they’re right for you. There’s…
Comprehensive Cosmetic Dentistry At Matlach Dental

If you want a movie star smile, Robert Matlach at Matlach Dental can explain cosmetic dental options for achieving the dazzling smile you desire. Whether you have damaged teeth, aging enamel, or teeth that need aligning or whitening, Robert Matlach can address your problem areas, provide you with an overall esthetic assessment, and discuss your…
Toothache Relief at Matlach Dental in Huntington

A toothache is probably the most common dental problem we see at Robert Matlach Dental. However, they have multiple causes. A toothache can come on gradually–or attack with full force. 1. You sip a cold drink and–bam!–tooth pain. When a cavity has eroded enamel it eventually taps the layer underneath. This is called the dentin.…
Persistent Dry Mouth?

Many residents in our Huntington community experience dry mouth occasionally. Some develop dry mouth in social situations or when they are under a lot of stress. Sporadic or infrequent dry mouth is usually not a serious dilemma. Constant dry mouth, or xerostomia, is not only irritating, it can lead to severe health problems. Robert Matlach…
Matlach Dental: A Reason to Smile

Hello, friends of Matlach Dental! If you haven’t visited our blog in a while, we welcome you back. We continue to achieve fantastic results with our precision smile makeovers. If you have never seen our photo gallery of smile makeover patients, you are probably not aware of the limitless possibilities. There is virtually no dental problem…
Matlach Dental Works To Earn Your Trust

Hello! I’m Dr. Robert Matlach, DDS, of Matlach Dental in Huntington. I have been practicing general and cosmetic dentistry since 2000. Dentistry is a challenging and fascinating profession; dentists must have diagnostic skills, dexterity, extensive scientific knowledge, and good visual memory. Dentistry also requires artistic ability. In addition to the technical aspects of dentistry, I…
The Rate of Bone Loss After Extraction Can Be Slowed or Stopped With an Implant

The alveolar bone The bone surrounding the teeth is called the alveolar bone. Its main job is to support the teeth and provide a durable foundation for tooth roots. Normal mouth function maintains bone health. As you chew, it stimulates bone cells to constantly produce new bone. What can cause alveolar bone loss? Extraction When…
An Ugly Duckling In Your Mouth?

Do you have a damaged tooth that causes you embarrassment? Even if all of your other teeth are nicely shaped and pearly white, guess what other people notice? Yep, the ugly duckling. You have probably experienced that yourself when you have looked at a smile that contains one discolored tooth. No matter how hard you…