Tooth Replacement Options

There are several options for tooth replacement, but how do you know which is right for you? Dr. Amit Pandya, DDS of New Hyde Park, NY wants to inform his patients of the types of tooth replacements available for an informed decision.

Dental bridges, a popular option, are long lasting and can be made to look just like your natural teeth. They work by placing crowns onto teeth adjacent to the missing tooth. The crowns hold a full tooth replacement in the middle of them, like a bridge.

Dr. Pandya offers full (conventional and immediate) and partial dentures for his patients desiring a removable option. Dentures are long lasting and are also custom created to create the best smile for you. Partial dentures are for those who have not lost all of their teeth and are similar to bridges, but removable.

Dental implants are offered in the full size and the mini size. Implants are permanent tooth replacement, being able to last a lifetime. Mini implants are great for smaller spaces and for creating a more stable base for dentures.

If you are looking to replace a tooth, come see Dr. Amit Pandya, DDS for a consultation and find out which option is right for you. To schedule an appointment here at his New Hyde Park, NY location, call us at (516) 233-2135 or visit our website, www.goinggrin.com. 

Mini Implants

Mini Implants

Dental implants help our patients replace missing teeth, whether it is one tooth or several teeth that are missing. There are two main types of implants available: standard implants and mini implants. Many of our patients choose to get mini implants because they are smaller in size, less expensive, and require less bone to be implanted into. They also take significantly less time for the healing process.

Here are some benefits to getting mini implants:

• The implant process can be completed in one visit, since the three months of healing for traditional implants is not necessary.


• They are less expensive since less work needs to be done.


• Patients with periodontal disease make good candidates because less jawbone is needed to support the smaller implant.


• They are ideal for implant-supported devices, such as dentures.

Mini implants are usually done during a single visit. Patients undergo anesthesia so they do not experience discomfort during the procedure. Dr. Amit Pandya drills a hole into their jaw bone, where a titanium metal post is implanted. Then, an abutment crown is placed over the top of the implant to act as the surface of the new tooth.

Schedule a consultation with us at 516-233-2135 to get the mini implant procedure started.

Mini Dental Implants

While dental implants are a great solution for replacing missing teeth, in New Hyde Park, NY, we use mini dental implants as an effective alternative in situations where regular implants cannot be used, such as in narrow spaces. Roughly half the size in diameter as conventional implants, mini implants are often used to replace smaller teeth in the mouth, as well as serve as a base for dentures.

Because mini implants are so small, often no incision is needed to place them in the gums. They can usually be inserted by Dr. Amit Pandya through the gum and into the bone directly, which eliminates much of the recovery time and allows the restoration to be placed immediately or shortly after. Like regular implants, mini implants are made of titanium. However, they are one solid piece, which give them roughly the same strength as a regular implant, which is made of an implant and a separate abutment that is added after installation.

When used for dentures, four to six mini implants are placed along the gum line, and an entire set of uppers or lowers can be attached directly to the gums, which is advantageous to the patient since, unlike adhesive, implants do not shift or slip. This makes dentures more comfortable while eating, speaking and smiling.

If you want to know if implants or mini implants are the right solution for your missing teeth, call 516-233-2135 to schedule an appointment. For more information, visit www.GoingGrin.com.

Thinking About Dentures?

Dentures are an option chosen by many of our patients in New Hyde Park, NY. Available in both full and partial, dentures serve as a removable replacement for missing teeth.

If providing you with full dentures, Dr. Amit Pandya will remove all the teeth from your mouth. With conventional dentures, the gums are given time to heal before the dentures are placed, which means that you will not have any teeth for several months. With immediate dentures, you would forgo this healing process with not teeth. Prior to having your teeth removed, the dentist would take measurement of your mouth in order to place dentures immediately after your teeth are removed. This type of full dentures requires a follow-up video to refit the dentures since the jawbone will slightly change shape as your mouth heals without teeth.

Partial dentures are another option for those who do not need all their teeth to be removed. They are similar to bridges, except they are removable.

Whichever dentures our patients choose, they take time getting used to, and even though they are not real teeth, dentures should still be cared for as if they were. They should be brushed before removal and should be placed in room temperature water or cleaning solution overnight.

To find out if dentures are the right choice for you, schedule an appointment with our office by calling 516-233-2135. For more information, visitwww.GoingGrin.com.

Pediatric Dentistry

A growing smile deserves a good start and kids deserve special their own unique and fun type of dental care. After all, the more you can get kids excited about their smiles, the more likely they’ll be to take those early oral hygiene lessons into adulthood—when good smile impressions matter most.

At our facility, we work hard to serve all members of the family, but we know pediatric dentistry carries its own set of demands and techniques.  Besides doing our part to carefully assess children’s smiles and cater to the specific oral health needs of kids, which includes sealants, cavity care, orthodontic evaluations and more, we want to help you show your child that the dentist’s office can be a fun, comfortable and educational place.  We work hard to stress the importance of good oral hygiene at home and help get kids excited about the things they can do to maintain strong, healthy and beautiful teeth as they grow. 

If you’re searching for a reliable and kid-friendly pediatric dentistry that’s both serious about smile care and welcoming to kids, make an appointment at our new practice location in New Hyde Park.  Together, we can ensure your child’s smile gets the best possible start.      

The Importance of Regular Checkups

You actively take the time to brush and floss every day. You stay away from sugar, don’t smoke and make sure to eat healthy foods. Your teeth and gums don’t hurt and you don’t notice any problems with your mouth.  So, why should you brother to visit checkup twice a year or even once a year?

Even you have stellar oral hygiene habits and you haven’t noticed any problems with your teeth or gums, there are very good reasons to schedule regular dental checkups, including:

• Professional dental exams are mean to identify problems that can be easily missed, ignored or haven’t yet become serious but could. These include minor issues like cavities and plaque. Even serious issues like periodontal disease, infection, and early signs of oral cancer can go unnoticed without professional care.


• Regular exams and in-office dental cleanings address hardened plaque and tartar that can’t be removed through regular brushing and flossing. Professional cleanings also assess areas of the mouth that are tough to access on your own, even with the most cutting-edge household oral hygiene products.


• Regular exams are just one part of your individual practices that keep your smile healthy—just as being a responsible car owner requires the occasional trip to the mechanic.  A professional dental exam is also one part of keeping your smile looking great! Your biannual checkup is the perfect time to ask questions and address your concerns about daily care and any smile improvements you’ve been considering.

If you’re due for a checkup, go ahead and contact us for an appointment.  We look forward to seeing you at our new, state-of-the-art facility in New Hyde Park.

Dental Implants

If you’re considering dental implants for your smile restoration, you’re making a smart choice. As a tooth prosthetic, dental implants provide a unique set of benefits over other smile restoratives.  While bridges, partial and full dentures are all reliable options for smile restoration, dental implants deliver a real look, feel and longevity that remain unrivaled.

If you’re weighing the advantages of dental implants over other tooth prosthetics, consider the following:

• If you are an adult, your age alone won’t restrict you from dental implants.  From teens to seniors, dental implants have been successfully used to replace a missing tooth or teeth. 

 

• They can be used in both your top and bottom jaw, at multiple sites and can even be used to restore your entire smile.

 

• Other healthy teeth do not need to be modified or disturbed for your implant placement.  There’s no need for wires, external framework, adhesives or support that affect neighboring tooth.

 

• Dental implants look and feel totally natural.  They will not affect your speech, eating and appearance. 

 

• With proper care, dental implants can last a lifetime and do not require replacement or adjustment.

 

• Dental implants require no additional maintenance beyond brushing, flossing and regular periodontal care.

 

• Because of their placement that’s similar to the natural root of the tooth, dental implants reducing bone loss and prevent atrophy of the jawbone.

 

While these advantages sound ideal for just about anyone in need of a tooth prosthetic, the very best way to determine if dental implants will be the most successful option for your smile restoration is to arrange a consultation with us at our New Hyde Park dental facility.

New Location

New Location

As you may have seen on our homepage, we’re very excited to announce our new practice location here in New Hyde Park, NY! Our lovely and modern facility was chosen with our patients in mind.  Our practice is fully handicap accessible and offers ample parking.

If you haven’t already, please take a virtual tour of our office right on our website—although the best way to see our new space is to make an appointment.

For those patients who have seen us for care at our Queen’s location, we’d like to thank each and every one of you for so many opportunities to provide service. The memories there have given us so many reasons to smile, and we hope to continue making happy memories at our new practice.  

We look forward to continuing to serve new and familiar smiles at our New Hyde Park location and are eager to hear what you think of our facility and our ongoing commitment to high quality dental care.