Having crooked or misshapen teeth is common. Whether we’re talking about a minor overbite or slightly wide gaps between teeth or severe spaces and misshapen teeth, the desire to straighten them is pretty universal. You basically have two options when it comes to discussing and choosing teeth straightening treatment with your dentist, traditional braces or...
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Dental Visit Costs Keeping You at Home? Not Anymore.
People skip or avoid the dentist for a lot of different reasons. It could be a dislike of dental offices, the discomfort of sitting in the dental chair, fear of pain and dental tools, or it could be the cost and lack of insurance. The sad truth is that most health plans do not include...
Bad Breath, a Minor Nuisance? Or a Sign of Something Serious?
Having bad breath is nothing to be ashamed of. What is medically known as halitosis is common, and most of us will have bad breath for various reasons, often when we first wake up in the morning. It isn’t a sign that you have terrible oral hygiene or don’t brush and floss. Usually, it is...
Finding the Right Dentist For You in Coney Island, NY
When was the last time you sat in a dentist’s chair? Do you have a dentist you have been going to for years? Are you new to the neighborhood or seeking a dental practice closer to home? Do you need a flexible dentist who can see you after work and not on the weekends when...
Why Brushing at Home Doesn’t Mean You Can Skip the Dentist
A lot of people skip the dentist year after year. They may say things like, “I brush and floss every day. I don’t need to go to the dentist“, or “I hate going to the dentist.” Whatever the case, skipping the dentist isn’t a good idea. You can run into excruciatingly painful and expensive oral...
Are You Experiencing Tooth Discomfort or Other Oral Pain?
Having sensitive teeth and oral pain when chewing, speaking, or even sitting still can create all sorts of problems. You may find it hard to concentrate or eat the foods you normally love and it can affect sleep, your love life, and your professional life. If you are always experiencing pain, how can you truly...
2023: A New Year and Your New Confident Smile
2022 is on the back burner, and as we work our way through 2023, the days are starting to get longer, and soon it will get warmer. If you are dealing with teeth problems, no matter the type, you may not be confident in your smile or even dread showing teeth altogether. People love to...
Happy New Year from the Coney Island Dental Family
New years eve is just a few short days away! 2022 flew by so quickly, and the days are starting to stay lighter for longer. It can seem like a blur over the past year for many of us with busy lives and families. But as the year closes and we look towards 2023, it...
Your Teeth, The Holiday Season & 2022 Reflection
The holiday season is a time for goodwill, reflection, love for humankind, and food! Lots and lots of food, to be exact; eating big meals, drinking sweet drinks, alcohol, and sweets. This means a number on your teeth, gums, and overall oral hygiene. Let’s take a look at some dentist-recommended tips and tricks to be...
Does My Dentist Take My Dental Insurance?
Understanding insurance can be complicated. Understanding dental insurance is no different. Fewer people have it when compared to medical insurance, and some specific rules and parameters differ from other kinds of insurance. Moreover, not all dental practices accept all types of dental insurance (similar to medical practices), which can make the dental insurance landscape more...