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Importance Of Following Before And After Treatment Directions

Emergency Dentistry, NYC Smile Spa, Patient Education

In an ideal world, all of our patients would have excellent oral health and never need dental treatment other than routine examinations and cleanings. Unfortunately, that is not the case. Fortunately, we offer a number of restorative, preventative, and cosmetic dentistry treatments to restore and improve your oral health. If we recommend a dental treatment, it is extremely important to schedule an appointment to receive the procedure in a timely fashion.

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We Offer Botox & Dermal Fillers!

Botox and Fillers, NYC Smile Spa, TMD

Would you love to turn back the hands of time and have a more youthful appearance? In addition to cosmetic dentistry treatments that can improve any aesthetic aspects you don’t like about your teeth, I also provide facial enhancement treatments that can reduce fine lines and wrinkles on your face. With the holiday season around the corner, I encourage my existing patients who are interested in learning more about Botox and fillers to continue reading to see how my team and I can help you.

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Importance Of Treating TMD

NYC Smile Spa, Patient Education, TMD

At NYC Smile Spa, we want our patients to live their best lives free of discomfort. Unfortunately, patients who suffer from temporomandibular joint disorder, also known as TMD, often live with various degrees of discomfort and pain daily. It can be debilitating and will worsen over time if left untreated. If you are unfamiliar, TMD occurs when there is a neuromuscular imbalance in your jaw and facial muscles that leads to discomfort in various areas of the head and neck.

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How To Improve Your Smile This Fall

Cosmetic Dentistry, NYC Smile Spa, Preventive Dentistry

We cannot believe that it is already October! We feel like we were just watching the ball drop to ring in 2023! Would you love to improve your smile to enjoy during the upcoming holiday season? If so, now is the perfect time to learn about the treatments we offer and how they can change your smile. Many of the treatments we offer can be completed before the start of the holiday season. Read on to learn more about how we can help improve your smile this fall.

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What Is Causing Your Gums To Bleed?

General Dentistry, NYC Smile Spa, Patient Education

Do you often notice that the water when you rinse your mouth after brushing your teeth is pink or red? If so, you may be experiencing bleeding gums. Bleeding gums can happen to anyone and doesn’t always indicate a problem with your oral health. It can happen because of something as simple as food being trapped between the teeth. If you experience bleeding gums frequently, it may be an indication that there is a problem with your oral health. Some possible causes of bleeding gums include:

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Watch This Video About A Truly Life-Changing Smile Transformation!

Dental Implants, NYC Smile Spa, Testimonials

Do you always volunteer to be the photographer to avoid being in pictures because you are self-conscious about the appearance of your teeth? Dealing with severe decay and tooth loss is not only detrimental to your oral health, but it can also significantly affect your self-esteem and self-image. Your teeth and smile are important. It is typically the first thing you show before you even speak to someone. When you hide your teeth because you are self-conscious, it may make you seem unfriendly or withdrawn. We are here to help you improve your smile. One treatment we use to do that is Hybridge dental implants. We want to share a patient story about Hybridge dental implants that you may be able to relate to. Click here to watch the video and learn more.

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Behavioral Approach To Treating Dental Fears And Phobias Versus Sedation

Dental Anxiety, NYC Smile Spa, Patient Education

At NYC Smile Spa, we are passionate about helping our patients overcome their fears and phobias about receiving dental care. We know that there are patients who have avoided receiving care for many years due to their feelings. To help patients get the care they need, many dentists in the US have been trained to deal with fearful and phobic patients by providing various forms of sedation. We have a different and unique approach that Dr. Krochak explains further. Click here to watch the short video where Dr. Krochak explains his belief in choosing a behavioral approach over sedation.

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Don’t Ignore These 4 Warning Signs

General Dentistry, NYC Smile Spa, Patient Education

We are passionate about our patients having healthy teeth and mouths. You only have one set of teeth to last your lifetime, and not caring for your teeth and mouth properly can lead to serious issues with discomfort as well as the need for dental intervention. Thankfully, your teeth and mouth offer warning signs to indicate a problem may have developed. Read on to learn more about the warning signs you should be looking for between your oral hygiene appointments.

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Why You Should Never Ignore A Cracked Tooth

Emergency Dentistry, NYC Smile Spa, Patient Education

It is important to be mindful of the status of your oral health between oral hygiene appointments in our office. When you visit our office for a routine appointment we spend time inspecting each tooth for signs of a problem, such as a crack in the enamel. We suggest performing these same inspections at home whenever possible. The sooner you are able to spot a visual problem with your oral health and contact our office the better. If you see signs of a cracked tooth you need to schedule an immediate appointment. Thankfully, we offer a number of treatments that can improve and restore the function of the tooth, depending on the severity of the crack and the damage to the tooth root. Aside from seeing a visual crack, here are some signs that may indicate you have a cracked tooth:

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Don’t Ignore That Snore!

NYC Smile Spa, Patient Education, Sleep Apnea

Do you wake up in the morning and feel restless and irritable? Or have family members told you that you snore loudly each night? If you answered yes to either of these, there is a chance you are experiencing symptoms related to a common condition known as sleep apnea. Unfortunately, there are a number of people who suffer from this condition and either remain undiagnosed or do not receive treatment to help their symptoms. Sleep apnea is a very serious condition that can greatly affect the state of your overall health. Read on to learn more.