The Importance of Dental Exams and Professional Cleanings
Dental exams and professional cleanings are just as important to oral health as daily brushing and flossing. Read here to learn more.
View ArticleWhen Do Porcelain Veneers Need Replacement?
Porcelain veneers may require replacement for a number of reasons, including normal wear, veneer damage, or tooth decay.
View ArticleRoot Planing and Scaling: An Effective Restorative Dentistry Treatment
Root planing and scaling is an effective restorative dentistry procedure. This gum disease treatment can prevent widespread tooth loss.
View ArticleGum Disease Prevention and Causes
These tips can help keep the gums healthy and prevent the development of gingivitis and periodontal disease.
View ArticleUnderstanding the Health Dangers of Sleep Apnea and Heavy Snoring
Sleep apnea is more than just heavy snoring. It can also cause serious health problems. Here are the causes of the condition and some treatments.
View ArticleDental Devices Offer Effective Sleep Apnea Treatment
Dr. Herskovits offers effective sleep apnea treatment using custom dental devices. The comfortable appliances will open up your airways while you sleep.
View ArticleTreat Cavities to Restore Tooth Strength
Dr. Gary Herskovits offers cavity treatments that restore the strength and structure of a tooth damaged by decay.
View ArticleThe Importance of General Dentistry for Seniors
Regular general dentistry treatment can reduce your risk for gum disease, a common concern for older patients.
View ArticleLaser Dentistry Offers Safer, More Precise, and Less Painful Dental Treatment
Dr. Gary Herskovits offers laser dentistry services, which enhance the precision of dental treatment while reducing recovery time.
View ArticleFamily Dentistry Care for Teens
As part of our family dentistry services, we offer treatments for teens. This includes routine cleanings, orthodontia, and sports mouthguards.
View ArticleTo Protect and Preserve: Tooth Erosion Treatment
Tooth erosion can lead to excruciating pain and eventual tooth loss. At our general dentistry practice, we offer numerous treatment options for erosion.
View ArticleCommon Causes of Tooth Pain
During your exam, Dr. Herskovits will discuss treatment options to address the causes of your tooth pain.
View ArticleShould It Stay or Should It Go: Reasons for Tooth Extractions
Although it is preferable to salvage a natural tooth whenever possible, there are times when extraction is necessary to preserving oral health.
View ArticleTreatment for Chipped Teeth
At Brooklyn Smile, Dr. Gary Herskovits offers restorative and cosmetic dentistry treatment for chipped teeth.
View ArticleTreatment for Gaps Between the Teeth
Dr. Gary Herskovits offers patients a number of cosmetic treatments gapped teeth. Find out which is right for you.
View ArticleProtect Your Smile: Teeth Grinding Causes and Treatment
Teeth grinding can lead to severe oral health problems. If you suffer from teeth grinding, you may benefit from treatment with Dr. Gary Herskovitz.
View ArticleDental Crowns vs. Fillings: Which Is Right for Me?
Dental crowns and fillings can treat tooth decay, but which is right for you? Find out more about dental crowns versus fillings in this overview.
View ArticleTeeth Straightening Treatment Options
Because tooth alignment problems are unique to each patient, there are various teeth straightening treatment options available to our patients.
View ArticleRegain Your Dental Function and Confidence with Treatment for Missing Teeth
You don't have to deal with tooth loss. Treatment for missing teeth can restore your dental function and confidence.
View ArticleUnderstanding the Causes of Tooth Loss
Most tooth loss can be prevented. Understanding the causes of tooth loss can help you protect your smile. Learn more here.
View ArticleFour Bad Dental Habits
At Brooklyn Smile, Dr. Gary Herskovits offers general dentistry services to check for dental problems related to bad dental habits.
View ArticlePreventing Tooth Loss from Gum Disease
Dr. Herskovits offers gum disease treatment that restores the health of the gums and prevents serious complications, such as tooth loss.
View ArticleDry Mouth and Dental Damage
A perpetually dry mouth can create an environment in which dental bacteria thrive, increasing the risk of dental problems like cavities and gum disease.
View ArticleDental Mouth Guards Aren't Just for Athletes
Dental mouth guards can benefit many patients besides those who play sports. Learn more about dental mouth guard uses here.
View ArticleProtect Your Smile from Cavities and Tooth Loss
Cavities are a common cause of tooth loss. Protect your smile from cavities and tooth loss with treatment from Dr. Gary Herskovits.
View ArticleTooth Sensitivity to Hot and Cold
Dr. Gary Herskovits offers restorative dentistry treatments to address the most common causes of tooth sensitivity to hot and cold.
View ArticleHow Serious Oral Injuries Can Lead to Tooth Loss
Major blows to the head, face, and mouth can lead to tooth loss. Let's consider how dental trauma that can lead to missing teeth.
View ArticleSafe, Effective Dental Sedation with Nitrous Oxide
Nitrous oxide, better known as laughing gas, allows patients to safely and pleasantly drift through their dental appointment.
View ArticleThe Calming Effects of Oral Conscious Sedation Dentistry
If you are anxious about undergoing dental work, we invite you to learn about how you might benefit from oral conscious sedation dentistry.
View ArticleDental Abfractions: What Are the Treatments?
Dental abfractions can be a serious problem for overall oral health. Let's consider the causes and how they can be treated.
View ArticleDealing with Tough Breaks: Dental Care for Tooth Fractures
When your tooth chips, cracks, or gets fractured, it can be painful and unsightly. Let's consider cosmetic and restorative dentistry treatments.
View ArticleTraditional vs. Implant-supported Dental Bridges
Both traditional and implant-supported dental bridges are excellent tooth replacement options. Which one is best suited to your case?
View ArticleWhy Are My Teeth Sensitive When I Chew?
Tooth sensitivity may occur when biting or chewing for a variety of reasons. Let's take a moment to consider why this may happen.
View ArticleThe History of Dentistry: Thousands of Years of Dental Care
The history of dentistry goes back thousands of years. Let's go over some key innovations in the field dating back to ancient times.
View ArticleTop Causes of Poor Gum Health
There are many potential causes of poor gum health, but they can all be counterbalanced by a good oral hygiene regimen and regular dental visits.
View ArticleDental Bonding vs. Porcelain Veneers: Enhancing Your Smile
Porcelain veneers and dental bonding can enhance your smile's appearance. Let's compare these two cosmetic dentistry treatments.
View ArticleBuilding Bridges: Dental Bridge Repair
Even the highest-quality dental bridges will eventually require repair. Learn how we address problems with dental bridges by repairing or replacing them.
View ArticleHow Exposed Tooth Roots Lead to Sensitivity and Discomfort
When your tooth roots become exposed, this can lead to serious problems with tooth sensitivity and discomfort. Let's explore your treatment options.
View ArticleWhy Teeth Whitening Causes Temporary Tooth Sensitivity
Tooth sensitivity is a temporary side effect of teeth whitening treatment. Let's see why it happens and offer some tips for cosmetic dentistry patients.
View ArticleThe History of the Toothbrush Goes Back Further Than You Think
The history of the toothbrush spans thousands of years. Let's consider the evolution of this key part of normal oral hygiene.
View ArticleHow Certain Medications Lead to Poor Gum Health
The side effects and use of certain medications can lead to gum recession and periodontal disease. Let's explore this issue.
View ArticleWhat Are the Benefits of Tongue Scrapers?
Dr. Gary Herskovits at Brooklyn Smile discusses the benefits of tongue scrapers and why it s important to implement other oral hygiene habits.
View ArticleProgressive Stages of Tooth Decay
Dr. Gary Herskovits offers effective dentistry treatments for the progressive stages of tooth decay.
View ArticleHyperdontia Treatment Options: Dealing with Extra Teeth
Hyperdontia is a condition in which people have more teeth than normal. Oral surgery and orthodontics can help treat this dental problem.
View ArticleTreatments for Twisted Teeth: Straightening Your Smile
Twisted teeth can lead to major dental health and smile aesthetics problems. Let's consider the orthodontic and cosmetic dentistry treatments available.
View ArticleAggressive Tooth Brushing Does More Harm than Good
Aggressive tooth brushing removes more than plaque, it also wears away enamel. Let's consider the link between aggressive tooth brushing and dental damage.
View ArticleAre You a Good Candidate for a Dental Bridge?
Find out whether you are a good candidate for a traditional fixed dental bridge or an implant-supported dental bridge.
View ArticleAfter Root Canal Therapy: Patient Recovery and Healing
After undergoing a root canal (endodontic therapy) at Brooklyn Smile, patients are given instructions for healing and recovery. Let's cover some of the basics.
View ArticleDental Crowns: Proper Aftercare and Cleaning Tips
Proper cleaning and maintenance of dental crowns can help them last for many years. The team at Brooklyn Smile wants to explore patient aftercare options.
View ArticleTreatment for a Jutted Tooth
Cosmetic dentist Gary Herskovits can treat a jutted tooth to give patients straighter, more symmetrical teeth.
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