Recently, the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons conducted a study that shows 69% of adults over 35 are missing at least one permanent tooth. By age 74, the number of adults missing all of their teeth reaches 26%. Tooth loss can be an embarrassing issue that hinders the health and beauty of your […]
Category: Restorative Dentistry
Astoria Dentist Answers FAQs About Invisible Braces
How do you feel about braces? Even though crooked or crowded teeth can be embarrassing, most people still feel hesitant to correct their smiles with braces. Fortunately, a clear and comfortable alternative exists. Clear Correct provides patients with an inconspicuous method of addressing misalignment. In today’s blog, your Astoria dentist, Dr. Jeffrey Leibowitz, explains how […]
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Dr. Leibowitz Explains How to Treat Tooth Decay with a Dental Filling
Treating tooth decay is an intricate but common practice, and one that may be vital to your continued good oral health. Unlike the common cold, tooth decay doesn’t resolve itself with rest and relaxation; like most dental diseases, tooth decay is progressive, and time is its greatest ally in the destruction of your teeth. Luckily, […]
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Your Astoria Dentist Explains Life After Tooth Extraction
Knowing that one or more of your teeth must go for the good of your oral health probably doesn’t make the process any easier to accept. Your permanent teeth have been with you for most of your life, and you’ve probably looked forward to having all of them for much longer. Unfortunately, some extreme cases […]
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Astoria Dentist Explains the Capabilities of Dental Crowns
Most people are familiar with the concept of a dental crown these days, and many people have had one placed without anyone even realizing it. As the name suggests, a dental crown is essentially an exact replica of the top part of your tooth, also called a crown. The dental restoration can help protect and […]
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Astoria Dentist Discusses the New Face of Dental Fillings
If you’ve ever had to treat a cavity, or know someone who has, then you may be familiar with a dental filling. If the cavity was treated years ago, then there’s a good chance that the filling was made from silver amalgam—the dental filling material of choice for over a century. Amalgam makes for a […]
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Do You Need a Root Canal Treatment?
Not many people would be excited at the prospect of needing root canal treatment. In fact, the procedure has gained a foul reputation mainly due to misreports and exaggerations among those who’ve never had one. The truth, however, is that root canal therapy is designed to relieve your dental discomfort, not cause it, and if […]
Astoria Dentist on the Science Behind Dental Implants
If you or someone you know has lost teeth, then you may be familiar with the importance of replacing those teeth to restore proper mouth function. With such a variety of options for replacing lost teeth, however, how do you know which is the right choice for you? Your dentist can answer that after a […]
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Dentures FAQs Answered by Your Astoria Dentist
What are partial dentures? Partial dentures, like complete dentures, are made from an acrylic material shaped like your teeth on a plastic base made to look like your gum tissue. Unlike full dentures, partial dentures are recommended if you have some teeth. These dental prosthesis stay in place by attaching to one or more of […]
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Astoria Dentist Explains How Dental Implants Combat Tooth Loss
Last week, your Astoria dentist, Dr. Jeffrey Leibowitz explained how missing teeth can lead to multiple dental health issues from malocclusion (poor bite), to alveolar atrophy (jawbone shrinkage), on top of difficulty with speaking and eating. When it comes to tooth loss, the consequences can be overwhelming. That’s why your Astoria dental office offers relief […]
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