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About Us
Dr. Kluchman and Dr. Shtarkman were trained by some of the best dentists in the country in Stony Brook Dental School and completed their general practice residencies at the Northport Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center and at the Bronx Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center. They both have had the privilege of providing comprehensive dental care to… Continue Reading
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Blog Posts are Below:
How to Prevent Plaque
Plaque is the sticky substance left on your teeth after eating or drinking. Good oral hygiene and a healthy and varied diet can help prevent plaque which can cause tartar if it builds up. Brush Regularly Brushing regularly is the best way to prevent plaque build-up. Your teeth should be brushed twice a day, every… Continue Reading
What are Cavities?
Cavities is another word for tooth decay and is highly affected by what we consume and what we brush our teeth with. Read on to find out more information about cavities. What are Cavities? There are several different types of cavities and children are more at risk, but this doesn’t mean adults aren’t affected too.… Continue Reading
How Your Dental Health is Linked to Your Overall Health
When it comes to dental health, many people think that brushing and flossing is all about having a nice smile and fresh breath. However, maintaining good oral health is about far more than just aesthetic appeal. The state of your dental health can have an impact on your overall health in a number of ways.… Continue Reading
How to Encourage Your Kids to Practice Good Oral Hygiene
In order to enjoy good dental health as an adult, it is important to start looking after your teeth in childhood. Of course, most children won’t be aware of the importance of doing this, which is why it is down to the parents to teach them. If you take the time to teach your kids… Continue Reading
How to Overcome Your Fear of Visiting the Dentist
As a child you are afraid of a lot of things. From the shadows under your bed to the old man down the street, your imagination gets the best of you every time. The fears you develop in your childhood can then turn into phobias in your adulthood. There are many people in the world… Continue Reading
5 Habits that Can Harm Your Dental Health
Your habits define the person you are. You can develop a lot of good and bad habits in the teenage years of your life. Certain habits like eating a lot of junk food, not getting enough sleep, and smoking can be harmful for your health. You must take care of how you conduct yourself in… Continue Reading
5 Reasons You Should Not Ignore Toothache
That niggling sensation of a twinge in the teeth and gums is all too familiar for most of us. With the amount of sugars and junk we consume, it is no surprise that we can experience a lot of dental problems. Tooth pain has become very normal for some of us however; the mistake we… Continue Reading
The Effects of Smoking on Your Dental Health
Smoking is a dangerous addiction that just starts out as a habit. Surveys show that 15 out of every 100 adults in the US are smokers. This means that over 36.5 million Americans have smoked or are currently smoking. About 16 million of these have contracted a smoking related disease. A great portion of these… Continue Reading
5 Foods That Are Good for Your Teeth (And 5 Foods That Aren’t)
Most of us despise medication, we believe going to the doctor (or in this case, the dentist) is a waste of time, and taking time out of our busy lives for a “routine checkup” is just not how we do things. So here’s a list of the top 5 foods that can help maintain your… Continue Reading
How Often Should You Visit Your Dentist?
Have you ever smiled in the mirror and noticed how bad your teeth look? How there are tiny black holes in some of them? How are they out of place? People sometimes stop smiling if they think their teeth will make others feel uncomfortable. Some people have nice teeth naturally while others have to go… Continue Reading
The 5 Factors You Cannot Ignore When Selecting a Dentist
How long has it been since you last got your teeth checked? One year? Two years? Maybe three? Our oral hygiene is essential when it comes to safety from several diseases. Our mouth is said to have the most bacteria out of the entire body because of the things we eat. Our teeth are where… Continue Reading
Medical Conditions Your Dentist Can Diagnose
Your mouth can reveal a lot about your overall health. Everything you consume has to be chewed down and then swallowed. The mouth, therefore, has bacteria that are stagnant and just waiting for an opportunity to get you sick. In reality, a dentist can tell you a lot about your health instead of just your… Continue Reading
Common Signs and Symptoms you should see a Dentist
We have learnt from a young age about how we should schedule routine check-ups with a dentist to ensure our oral health and hygiene. However, there are times when scheduling a visit to the dentist goes from “I’ll see when I’m free” to “right now.” In light of this, these are some of the most… Continue Reading
How Can Mouth Guards Help You?
If you play sports, even casually, you may have thought about wearing a moth protector. If you are a parent, it is in the best interest of your child if you insist they wear one whenever they are playing a sport. The same applies if the child or youth is involved in an individual activity… Continue Reading
When Are Tooth Extractions Necessary?
Tooth extractions do occur in a world where dentists strive to avoid them as much as possible. Sometimes this appears to be the only way to handle the situation. Sometimes, the removal of a tooth may seem to be the only way to address the condition of the teeth and the needs of the individual.… Continue Reading
What Causes Chronic Bad Breath?
We have all seen the commercials. They feature someone covering their mouth, popping a mint or chewing gum. The actors may even rinse their mouths with a mouthwash. It is all to avoid that social problem – bad breath. However, not all bad breath is the same. Everyone gets it from time-to-time. This type of… Continue Reading
Who Should Have Their Wisdom Teeth Removed?
The third molars in your mouth are your wisdom teeth. They get their name from their time of appearance. As the very last teeth to come in, they do so between ages 17 and 21. This connects them to the age when you are supposed to become more mature and, therefore, wiser. Yet, in spite… Continue Reading
What Is the Impact of Smoking on Your Teeth?
While smoking is no longer as fashionable as it once was, it still poses a threat to the physical wellbeing of every one of us. We all are aware that smoking is bad for us. We know medical evidence and research have linked it to cancer. What we also need to look at is what… Continue Reading
What Is Restorative Dentistry?
Today, you have infinitely more choices on how to repair children’s teeth. While the best option is always to make sure they take care of their teeth, this sometimes falls short. To provide solutions that improve oral health while preventing further damage to teeth, you should look at restorative dentistry. What Is Restorative Dentistry? Restorative… Continue Reading
What Are Dental Implants and Who Benefits From Them?
If you have had a trauma and, as a result, lost a couple of teeth, you should ask your dentist about dental implants. These are a common way of restoring any missing, damaged or broken teeth. It does not matter whether it is from poor dental hygiene, an accident or a disorder, your dentist may… Continue Reading
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