The gag reflex is the body’s natural defense mechanism that keeps foreign objects out of your upper respiratory tract. When the body senses something other than air headed down the larynx, pharynx, or trachea, the muscles in the area spasm and contract. Dental impression trays, especially with the impression material, and the x-ray process can…Read the full article
Over the past several years, we’ve seen a significant shift in the approach to misaligned teeth. Rather than affixing metal brackets and archwires on every smile, dentists are now able to provide their patients with custom treatment that utilizes nearly invisible aligners. You may have heard of Invisalign and its many benefits. Most people that…Read the full article
Dr. Siegelman contributed to an article on Bottom Line Inc. about painful dental cleanings. He discusses different options for addressing pain, as well as steps that can be taken before, during and after your appointment to feel more comfortable and at ease. Read the Article If you are in need of a dental cleaning, but…Read the full article
There are a few ways in which gum conditions are described. Terms like gum disease, gingivitis, and periodontitis are often considered one and the same. By the sounds of it, they may seem interchangeable. They’re not. Each term describes an oral infection that has affected the soft tissue around teeth. It helps to know the…Read the full article
Historically, gum recession has been associated with gum disease, a progressive infection that affects the soft tissue around teeth. A receding gum line may occur around one tooth or several and, according to research, could relate to several factors besides infection. Some of the reasons that the gums may recede include: Bruxism, the clenching and…Read the full article
If you struggle to make or keep dental appointments because a bout of anxiety overcomes you at the thought of going to the dentist, you may feel like you’re alone in your feelings. This isn’t so. According to surveys, more than 60 percent of people report that they really don’t like going to the dentist.…Read the full article
How Do I Choose A Toothbrush for My Kids? That’s a great question! Luckily, our hygienist Melissa has some tips that can help. Her recommendation? Electric toothbrushes! Electric toothbrushes have been proven to help kids clean their teeth better than manual toothbrushes. They help kids reach areas, such as back molars and gums, and kids…Read the full article
Gum disease is a common infection which adults are particularly prone to developing. The condition typically occurs mildly at first. We know this as gingivitis. At this stage, it can be reversed; however, without treatment, the superficial inflammation in the soft tissue around teeth expands beneath the surface. Periodontitis is a more substantial level of…Read the full article
Our NYC sedation dentistry practice has a range of services that assist patients who have a difficult time receiving dental care. Sedation is not just for those with dental anxiety; it is also incredibly beneficial for individuals with physical or cognitive challenges, such as a patient with Alzheimer’s or Autism. Sedation dentistry operates on a…Read the full article
Some people have a difficult time getting numb for dental work and by the time they come to our NYC sedation dentistry office, they have had a few bad dental experiences. Often, the problem that has gone on for years is that the person has not been easy to numb up before dental procedures, but there are…Read the full article
