Invisalign for Adults: Invest In Your Smile
by | July 18th, 2021
Having braces as an adult can present some unique challenges. Not only can it be difficult to adjust your diet, but it can feel like braces are the only thing people see. Achieving a healthy, straight and radiant smile can be its own reward so it’s important to know that Invisalign can help! Here’s what…
How Did My Teeth Get So Yellow And How Can My Dentist Help?
by | June 18th, 2021
If you’ve realized that your teeth look dim and stained in photos next to people with seemingly perfect pearly whites, you’re not alone. Common, harmless habits such as drinking coffee or red wine on a regular basis can stain teeth gradually without your awareness until you’re faced with an uncomfortable truth. Fortunately, Dr. Inna Chern…
Why Preventative Dentistry Is So Important
by | February 17th, 2021
No one wants to experience the negative side effects of poor oral health, like tooth pain, sensitivity, or even tooth decay, which makes regular dental checkups and good hygiene a key part of any New Yorker’s routine. And although it may not seem like much at the moment, a few minutes per day spent taking…
What Are Dental Inlays and Onlays?
by | January 27th, 2021
Perhaps not well known to those not in the dental profession, dental inlays and onlays are used to restore broken, cracked, or decayed teeth. They are made by taking an impression or scan of the damaged tooth and creating a durable mold or image of the damaged area, which is then placed in the mouth.…
Botox at the Dentist
by | December 1st, 2020
Botox, an injectable produced using botulinum toxin, has many uses, both cosmetic and medical, that may surprise some patients. In the past several years, dentists have also started using Botox to improve their patients’ health in addition to cosmetic dentistry purposes. Here are some of the basics of how board-certified dentists like Dr. Chern use…
The Connection Between Diabetes and Dental Health
by | November 1st, 2020
If you have diabetes, you already know that the disease affects the body in numerous ways. The gums and teeth are no different. For some patients, your dentist may even be the first to notice diabetes symptoms. Here are a few things you should know about the connection between diabetes and your dental health. What…
