Youth sports and most athletic activities come with a risk of suffering bodily injury. Contact sports also come with increased risk of suffering a blow to the face. Beyond the salient concussion risk, this type of injury can also cause significant oral trauma. To address this very serious concern, many institutions and athletic associations are requiring youth athletes to use... read more »

Sometimes, due to accidents, tooth decay, or other oral emergencies, you end up with missing teeth. Dentures are a great option for filling in your smile! There are two kinds of dentures, partial dentures and complete dentures. Partial dentures fill in one or more missing teeth in a row; complete dentures replace all of your teeth. Partial dentures attach onto... read more »

Did you know that stress caused by the fear of going to the dentist is a known ailment called dental anxiety? Although it is common, fortunately, there are treatments that can be given to help ease the fears people have when visiting the dentist. For more information about dental anxiety, consider the following: - Listening to calming music can help... read more »

Dental bridges are typically cast from special dental materials meant to replicate the strength of a natural tooth. Yet there are still times when a dental trauma or accident can cause a bridge to chip, fracture, or become damaged. Even if the damaged bridge doesn’t cause discomfort, you should not procrastinate in seeking the attention of Dr. Iqbal Sayed and... read more »

More and more adults are turning to orthodontic treatments than ever before to have a professional smile in their workplace. Did you know, a smile is oftentimes the first thing people notice about you and remember, which is why having a beautiful and confident smile can go a long way in your life. Here at Patchogue Dental Service PC in... read more »

As you might have heard, there are quite a few things you could do if you’d like to keep your teeth healthy and strong. For example, you might have heard that you should brush your pearly whites for two minutes at a time every day. You should also floss daily too. Another good oral health habit is to schedule two... read more »

A discolored, chipped, or decayed tooth in your smile can have a significant impact on your self-esteem. Fortunately, Dr. Iqbal Sayed and the dental specialists at his Patchogue, New York, clinic are trained and experienced in a range of dental restoration techniques. If multiple teeth in your smile have cosmetic imperfections, Dr. Iqbal Sayed might recommend custom dental veneers. To... read more »

Brushing your twice each day with a soft-bristled toothbrush and toothpaste is an effective way to remove residual food particles and plaque from the surfaces of teeth. Along with flossing each evening, this is an important aspect of maintaining good oral health on a daily basis. At the same time, some brands of toothpaste can be formulated with special additives... read more »

If you aren’t happy with the appearance of your teeth, don’t forget to consider the benefits of dental veneers. Veneers are thin shells placed over your natural teeth. These shells are made to match the color of your teeth and to cover imperfections such as gaps, chips, and spots on your pearly whites. While your veneers are strong and built... read more »

Are your teeth out of place? Does your upper or lower jaw protrude further out than the other? Do you often accidentally bite your inner gums? If so, Invisalign® orthodontic aligners can help you. Orthodontic aligners come in all shapes and sizes, but few types offer the flexibility and comfort of Invisalign. Invisalign clear aligner system is not only nearly... read more »