Bridges

Many of our patients have missing teeth and are in need of replacing them. With only a few missing teeth, partials aren’t needed and implants can be a long process to go through, which brings us to dental bridges.

With bridges, our patients are able to restore their smile with abutments that replace missing teeth, and the entire process is done in only a few short weeks. The only requirement we have for bridges is that there are natural teeth adjacent to the missing teeth, as these will have crowns to act as the tether to the bridge.

The process for dental bridges goes as follows:

1. We perform x-rays and an examination to get a good look at the natural, adjacent teeth
2. Impressions are made of the natural teeth to be used for crowns, and for making a similar abutment for the bridge.
3. The patient returns in two weeks when the abutments are ready to have crowns placed over their teeth and complete the bridge.

Bridges last about 10-15 years on average, lasting longer if the patient takes good care of their teeth. If you are in the New Hyde Park, NY area need dental bridges, contact our dentist Dr. Amit Pandya.

Adult Orthodontics and Periodontitis

Adult Orthodontics and Periodontitis

Your smile alignment plays an important role in your oral health, systemic health, and self-esteem.  Crooked teeth can be more difficult to care for and patients tend to be at a greater risk of developing periodontal diseases like periodontitis.   These serious oral health problems can damage your tooth structure and gums, sometimes resulting in tooth loss.  Adult orthodontics is a great way to prevent periodontal disease, while also improving your smile confidence.

We offer traditional braces, clear braces, and Invisalign options for adult patients at our practice.  Traditional and clear braces are excellent ways to correct bite and alignment issues.  Patients that only need to correct mild to moderate alignment issues can opt for Invisalign.  This discreet alignment option is hardly noticeable against your natural smile.  To determine the best adult orthodontic option for your smile needs, I invite you to visit our practice for a consultation.

Painless Root Canals

Painless Root Canals

It is important that any patients experiencing tooth pain visit our office to determine if a root canal is necessary.  Tooth infections can cause pain and sensitivity when they reach the nerves of your tooth.  If left untreated, infections can result in costly complications, including bone damage. 

Some individuals may put off their root canal because they are nervous about the procedure.  However, we are happy to assure all of our patients that modern root canals are actually painless.  Local anesthetic is used to numb the tooth at the start of the procedure.  Then, the infected tissues are removed and the tooth is cleaned and fitted with a crown.  With the use of precise dental techniques and state-of-the-art dental technologies, the entire root canal process is painless for our patients.

If you are in need of a root canal, rely on our practice to provide you with precise care and a painless experience.