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Our Blog

Using Fluoride To Prevent Cavities

Posted April 25, 2022

shirley kids fluoride treatments

In our last blog, we looked at how dental sealants help protect children from cavities by limiting the rear teeth’s exposure to stray food particles. Well, we have enough unique treatments help lower the risk of tooth decay in little smiles. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist will discuss our fluoride treatments.

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filed under: Pediatric Dentistry

Preventing Cavities With Dental Sealants

Posted April 22, 2022

shirley dental sealants

For children, avoiding cavities can be tough. Some have risk factors that make the chance of developing tooth decay particularly high, and for nearly all young children brushing and flossing is difficult due to limited dexterity. So, to help protect their smiles, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist will place a protective coating in the form of dental sealants.

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filed under: Children's Orthodontics

Helping Kids Enjoy Good Oral Health

Posted April 20, 2022

shirley brushing teethWith routine care each day, children can avoid issues like tooth decay and gingivitis, and you help instill good oral habits. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist will talk about brushing and flossing, orthodontic care, preventive treatments, and more to help safeguard a child’s smile.

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filed under: Children's Orthodontics

Improving Smiles With Orthognathic Surgery

Posted April 18, 2022

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When your jaw suffers from poor balance, this could lead to issues with your ability to chew and speak easily. To help prevent major complications and pain, we could correct the balance of your bite with orthognathic surgery. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about corrective jaw surgery.

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We Have Orthodontic Care For Adults Too

Posted April 15, 2022

shirley adult orthodonticsOur team wants to help kids enjoy even and healthy smiles. But did you know that we also provide treatment for adults too? In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about how we treat misalignment in adulthood with Invisalign® and braces with ceramic brackets, and how we choose which one is the best option!

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filed under: Adult Orthodontics

How Phase II Helps Correct Misalignment

Posted April 13, 2022

shirley phase II orthodonticsOur first phase of orthodontic treatment helps young children, and guides the growth of their smile. But what about Phase II? This starts when the children are older, and could involve the use of metal braces or even Invisalign® aligners. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about Phase II treatment.

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Starting Phase I Treatments For Your Children

Posted April 11, 2022

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We offer care for children as young as age seven, helping guide their smiles’ growth and addressing misalignment. We start this process with a phased approach. But what can you expect from your Shirley, NY, dentist’s approach to Phase I orthodontics? When should you bring your little one in for an exam and diagnosis?

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Invisalign® Means Clear Smile Correction

Posted April 8, 2022

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We want to correct your smile so you can enjoy good oral health and a more attractive smile. But we also want you to feel confident during treatment, which is why we have a cosmetic option. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist offers Invisalign® for clear smile correction.

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filed under: Invisalign

Straightening Your Family’s Smiles With Braces

Posted April 6, 2022

shirley bracesBraces are a very common method of correcting misalignment. We use these orthodontics to help kids, teens, and adults alike enjoy more even smiles. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist will discuss how we use braces to improve alignment, and how we use ceramic to offer a lifelike appearance.

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Preventing Misalignment With Space Maintainers

Posted April 4, 2022

shirley space maintainers for kids

Children lose their baby teeth on a specific schedule, one that allows the remaining teeth on either side to guide the permanent ones into place. But if this process is complicated, this could lead to misalignment and necessitate the use of braces to correct. However, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist can prevent misalignment with space maintainers.

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filed under: Pediatric Dentistry

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