Jeffrey Leibowitz, DDS

Straighten Your Smile With Clear Aligners

In a recent blog, we discussed how bonding and contouring can help you achieve a symmetrical smile. This cosmetic option is great for patients who have minor blemishes, jagged teeth, and small gaps between their teeth. However, if you have more severe misalignment troubles, you may need a more precise treatment to help correct this. […]

3 Reasons to Consider ClearCorrect Aligners

Once you know your teeth aren’t aligned properly, straightening shouldn’t be too difficult of a choice, especially given the consequences crooked teeth can have on your oral health. Yet, for many adult patients with orthodontic issues, wearing conventional metal braces can have a notable impact on their daily life, affecting everything from their appearance and […]

Why ClearCorrect May Be Better than Braces

The beauty of ClearCorrect clear aligners is that they make a more cosmetically appealing solution for patients who want to straighten crooked teeth but worry about the appearance of metal braces. However, their discreet appearance is only one of many benefits that come with choosing clear aligners to straighten crooked teeth. For patients throughout Astoria, […]

Your Top Questions About Clear Braces

Have you been staring at the smiles of celebrities, friends, and even strangers for as long as you can remember, wishing for a straighter grin? If your alignment has gotten you down, you may feel even less excited at the prospect of wearing a mouth full of metal brackets and wires. Now before you assume […]

Quiz: What are Clear Braces?

Have you ever heard of clear braces? What are clear braces? Simply put, this is an orthodontic system that doesn’t need metal brackets and wires to correct misalignment. For many patients, this is a preferable option for addressing uneven teeth. If you are interested in receiving orthodontic treatment that is practically invisible to the naked eye, […]

Improving Your Smile with ClearCorrect

For many people, uneven teeth can lead to embarrassment. Some even go as far as avoiding pictures or smiling altogether. While orthodontic treatment can improve alignment, many adults and teens are hesitant to endure up to two years of metal braces. Fortunately, an esthetically pleasing alternative exists with the unique ClearCorrect system. […]

Tooth Contouring vs. Invisible Braces: Which Is Best for You?

Standards of beauty differ from person to person and across cultures and history, but the appeal of a healthy smile is universal. Several factors affect the attractiveness of your smile, including the color, shape, size, and spacing of your teeth. Dr. Jeffrey Leibowitz, a cosmetic dentist in Astoria, NY, explains that the best treatment for […]

Do Metal Braces Cause Bad Breath and Tooth Decay?

The desire for straight, healthy teeth prompts patients of all ages to seek orthodontic treatment, usually in the form of traditional metal braces. Crooked teeth prove more difficult to clean because plaque builds up in areas where the teeth crowd together or overlap. Straightening your teeth makes for a more attractive smile, but it clearly […]

Why Straightening Your Teeth Isn’t Purely Cosmetic

In an image-conscious society, it’s understandable that so many people have turned to cosmetic dentistry to improve their appearance. Not everyone realizes, however, that wearing braces actually contributes to greater oral health overall. Dr. Jeffrey Leibowitz, a general and cosmetic dentist in Astoria, NY explains that ClearCorrect invisible braces don’t just straighten your teeth. In […]

Three Stories, One Clear Solution

Dr. Jeffrey Leibowitz, your general dentist in Astoria, NY, appreciates that each of his patients has his or her own story to tell. While each is unique, he finds that most share the common desire for a smile that looks and feels healthy and attractive. Cosmetic dentistry isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution, so Dr. Leibowitz will […]

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