Stop Biting Your Fingernails Your teeth are composed of a pulp center which houses all of your tooth’s nerves and living tissues. The layer surrounding the pulp center is the soft dentin. Both of these sensitive inner structures are protected by a hard outer layer of enamel. Your tooth enamel blocks bacteria and harsh temperatures […]
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Astoria Dentist Prevents Oral Health Issues Think a toothache is your only reason to visit the dentist? What if you could prevent toothaches completely? The American Dental Association recommends two dental checkups and cleanings a year because most of these dental issues can be avoided altogether with professional dental care. Dental exams can help you […]
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Gum Disease is More Common than You Think Nearly 80 percent of adults in the United States have some form of gum disease, from gingivitis to severe periodontitis. While certain risk factors may make you more susceptible to periodontal infection, anyone can get gum disease. Aside from poor oral hygiene, other health aspects like hormonal […]
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What are porcelain veneers? Your Astoria dentist, Dr. Leibowitz uses porcelain veneers as a method of improving the appearance of your smile by correcting the color, shape, or spacing of your teeth. Porcelain veneers are thin shells of porcelain which are custom-fabricated by an expert ceramist in a dental lab. How durable are porcelain veneers? […]
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Meet Jeffrey Leibowitz, DDS A New York native, Dr. Jeffrey Leibowitz grew up in the Flushing area of Queens. Dr. Leibowitz has been practicing dentistry in the Astoria area for over two decades. During that time, he has earned the trust of Astoria residents as a compassionate dentist, offering quality dental services. Since receiving his […]
Astoria dentist, Jeffrey Leibowitz, DDS welcomes you to our newest endeavor for offering comprehensive dental care: a blog for all of your oral health needs. Increase Your Dental Knowledge We make patient education a priority at our friendly dental office in Astoria. We believe patients who are more informed about their dental health can make […]
