If you want a strong and successful oral health, then it’s best to prevent gum disease as much as possible. However, sometimes it’s difficult to completely fight gum disease and one day you might fall victim to it. If this is the case, then it’s best to treat the disease at the early stages of development. In order to do... read more »

If you’ve recently injured your soft tissues but you’re not exactly sure what to do about it, our Patchogue Dental Service PC team is happy to help you! Soft-tissue injuries in Patchogue, New York, can be terrifying and painful, but the best and most important thing you can do is stay calm. If you stay calm, things will turn out... read more »

The enamel layer of your teeth is made up of densely packed microscopic mineral crystals. Over the course of an average day, acidic foods and beverages as well as the natural bacteria in your mouth, can cause a microscopic erosion of these mineral structures. This basic chemical process is known as demineralization. If demineralization is left unchecked it will, over... read more »

Many people grind their teeth from time to time. If teeth grinding, which is also called bruxism, only occurs occasionally, it usually does not harm the teeth. However, regular bruxism can damage the teeth and cause other oral health issues. Teeth grinding and clenching often occurs during sleep and can be caused by a misaligned bite, crooked or missing teeth,... read more »

Dentures are great oral appliances that can give you the smile you have wanted for a lifetime. They are custom-made appliances that fit perfectly in your mouth. To help you learn more about the appliance that can restore your oral health and improve your smile’s appearance, we have provided the answers to the following questions: What is the difference between... read more »

Gum disease is a dangerous dental problem that develops if you don’t remove the plaque on your teeth on a regular basis. This disease irritates your gums, deteriorates your bones, and loosens your teeth. This is a disease you always need to watch out for, especially if you have braces. So, if you have braces, we recommend doing the following... read more »

Your twice a year, routine dental cleaning and checkup includes a thorough inspection of your teeth to catch minor tooth decay issues before they can develop into something more serious. Tooth decay occurs when food particles and residual sugar in the mouth allow bacteria to develop into a film of plaque. These bacteria can be hard to remove from contours... read more »