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...
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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...
Straightening Crooked or Misaligned Teeth is Easier than Ever
People have crooked or misshapen teeth for all sorts of reasons. It could be incoming wisdom teeth, an injury, or a pulled tooth that allows your other teeth to shift. It could be something else. You may be considering aligner options if you’re dealing with misaligned teeth, either from a young age or due to...
Why is Invisalign so Popular Amongst Adults
Having a great looking smile is something many people take for granted. But straight and sparkling white teeth are not something everyone gets blessed with at birth. As we age, many people will have slightly misshapen teeth due to genetics, injury, or environmental causes. If you never got braces when you were younger, or your...
Investing in Dental Hygiene is an Investment in Yourself
Having good dental hygiene habits does more than keep your teeth and gums healthy, it also helps prevent future oral ailments like cavities, root canals, and worse. The cost and time investment of a toothbrush, toothpaste, dental floss, and mouthwash is extremely low. Considering the cost of root canals, crowns, and dental implants is rather...
Crooked Teeth a Problem? Learn Invisalign Benefits and Options
If you have misaligned teeth or teeth that are shifting, you may consider asking your dentist about teeth realignment. Whether you are a young adult or well into your 40s, straightening your teeth is less costly and more accessible than ever with the right treatment plan. You don’t need to worry about having a “metal...
Find the Right Local Dentist for You and Stick with Them
Going to the dentist is something many of us don’t look forwards too. It takes time, costs money, and can be unpleasant for some. But that doesn’t change the fact that going to the dentist is one of the most important things you can do for your overall health and well-being. When you go to...