Sinus Augmentation

If you are thinking about a dental implant but the surgeon says that you have low quality bone or not enough bone in the area, you might be a candidate for a sinus augmentation procedure. Implants have to be inserted into quality bone in order to be permanent and for those who have lost teeth or have had periodontal disease, the bone is often damaged. The upper back jaw is usually the most difficult area to successfully place a dental implant because there is often a lack of bone quantity and quality. With a sinus augmentation procedure, Dr. Nina Kiani is able to help you gain the bone structure needed to place a dental implant.

 

In some cases, you will be able to undergo a procedure that will reposition the sinus floor that will create enough space for an implant. Grafting material will be utilized to encourage your bone to grow around the area quickly. This newly grafted material will help stabilize the implant.

 

In other instances, patients might have to undergo sinus “lift” procedure. This procedure uses the remaining bone under the sinus floor to and it is gently “pushed up” to lift the floor of the “dropped” sinus. Bone replacement materials are then placed beneath the lifted bone. The bone will grow around these materials in order to stabilize the area.

 

After undergoing sinus augmentation, patients typically need 6-10 months to recover before the implant can be placed. Sinus augmentation has been shown to greatly increase your chances for successful implants that can last forever. Many patients experience minimal discomfort during this procedure and it has been proven to be the perfect solution for those seeking dental implants.

 

To learn more about sinus augmentation with Dr. Kiani, visitwww.ninakianidds.com or give us a call at 212-279-8770 to schedule your appointment!

Periodontal Disease Treatments

The mildest form of periodontal disease is gingivitis. Gingivitis causes the gums to become red, swollen and bleed easily. The biggest cause of gingivitis is lack of a regular oral hygiene regimen. Preventative measures, such as regular brushing and flossing, go a long way when it comes to preventing periodontal disease. Gingivitis is reversible with professional treatment and good oral health practices at home.

Untreated gingivitis can lead to periodontitis. At this stage, plaque will spread and grow below the gum line. Toxins produced by the bacteria will irritate the gums, causing an inflammatory response. This inflammation leads to the breakdown of tissues and bone that support the teeth. Periodontitis also causes the gums to separate from the teeth, forming pockets that become infected. As the disease progresses, the pockets deepen and more gum tissue and bone are destroyed. Eventually the teeth become loose and have to be removed.

 

Through a number of procedures, Dr. Kiani is able to treat periodontal disease. We perform the following procedures to treat periodontal disease:

• Crown lengthening
• Scaling and root planning
• Soft tissue grafting
• Arestin
• Bone grafting
• Gum grafting
• Osseous surgery

These procedures are performed once the disease has advanced past gingivitis. Gingivitis is treatable during regular cleanings and checkups. Aside from regular brushing and flossing, regular cleanings are the best preventative measure that can be taken. Catching gingivitis before it becomes periodontitis could be the difference in getting your teeth cleaned or undergoing an invasive procedure.

 

If you are looking for a treatment option for your periodontal disease, call us at 212-279-8770 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Nina Kiani. 

Website/About Us

We have designed our website to specifically meet the needs of you, our patients. Through careful work and attention to detail, we have created an interactive site that gives you the information that you need. Not only did we put all of our services on the site, but we also made new patient forms available so you can save time during your first appointment.

 

If you visit our website before your appointment, you can download and print your new patient registration forms. With the technological advances of the day, such as social media, doctors are starting to realize the potential of offering a service like ours. Cutting down on wait times and having a reliable staff with smiles on their faces is a huge benefit. We view our patients as family and strive to make them feel as such. You can even connect with us on Facebook and Twitter to receive updates and get news about any specials we might be running! 

 

We offer many services at our practice; these services include (but are not limited to):

• Teeth whitening
• Dental implants
• Veneers
• Bonding/white fillings
• Dentures
• Crowns
• Tooth Extractions

We believe that the patient comes first. Dr. Kiani has proudly served her New York, NY patients for many years. Those who have been treated in her capable hands know that she consistently seeks to offer the best treatments that dentistry has available.

Crowns

If you have broken or chipped teeth, you know how difficult it is to eat and speak properly. Patients experiencing these issues have a lot more options than they would have in the past. One of the best options available is dental crowns.

 

A dental crown is essentially a “cap” that covers the damaged tooth. Unlike removable devices such as dentures, crowns can be used to improve appearance, shape or alignment of teeth. Crowns are cemented onto existing teeth or implants and can only be removed by the dentist. Dental crowns are used in many applications. Mostly, they are used to protect a weak tooth from a fracture or to restore a fractured tooth. Crowns are also used during the dental implant process to cover the abutment while the jaw bone grows around the implant. Having a crown will help you maintain proper chewing and speaking efficiency during the implant process.

 

Receiving a dental crown is a simple and non-invasive procedure that usually takes 2-3 visits. First, we take an impression of your tooth with a putty-like substance. Dr. Kiani will then create a temporary crown is made from a resin or acrylic material using the mold of your original tooth. We will also fit you with a temporary crown while the permanent crown is being created. Once we receive the permanent crown, we will remove the temporary crown and insert the permanent one. Dr. Kiani will secure the crown with cement.

 

If you are in need of a dental crown, visit our website www.ninakianidds.comor call 212-279-8770 to schedule an appointment. 

Endodontic Retreatment

Endodontics is a dentistry specialty that involves issues of the nerves and roots of the teeth. Most commonly, it consists of a root canal treatment. During a root canal, the nerves, roots, and other infected tissue of a tooth is removed, which helps rid it of an infection and saves the tooth.

 

After a root canal, a long-lasting crown is usually placed to save the tooth. Unfortunately, at times some teeth need an additional treatment called endodontic retreatment, which is offered by our New York, NY dentist Dr. Nina Kiani.

 

Endodontic retreatment is necessary following a root canal if the tooth does not heal or the infection is not completely eliminated. If the patient keeps having sensitivity to hot and cold temperatures after a root canal, then it was not successful and needs an additional treatment. Common reasons our patients need the treatment to be performed a second time, include:

 

1. Continuing to have a tooth infection after treatment.

2. Narrow tooth canals that could not be treated properly during the first root canal.

3. A crown placement that was delayed after the endodontic treatment.

 

If you think that you need endodontic retreatment, call our dental office at 212-279-8770 to schedule a consultation.

Extractions

There are two main categories of extractions performed in our office: simple extractions and those performed as oral surgery procedures. The simple extractions are done on teeth that are not impacted or deeply hidden beneath the gums. The gums do not need to be cut open to reveal the tooth, and a simple loosening of the tooth from its roots pulls it free.

 

Other teeth, including wisdom teeth, need to be surgically removed which requires anesthesia and a longer recovery time. In both cases, it is a routine procedure done for a variety of reason: the tooth is infected or impacted, a wisdom tooth is pushing against other teeth or causing jaw pain, the tooth needs removed prior to an orthodontic treatment.

 

We provide our patients with the following recommendations after having extractions performed:

• Have liquids or soft foods for the first few days after the tooth has been extracted.
• Do not smoke cigarettes or drink alcohol as it affects the healing time.
• Avoid using a sucking motion, such as through a straw, because it can dislodge the blood clot and cause a dry socket.
• Take all prescribed medications as directed, including antibiotics and painkillers.

Our dentist Dr. Nina Kiani is currently accepting new patients for extractions in our New York, NY dental office.

Orthodontic appliances offered here in our New York, NY practice include night guards, which provide an essential purpose. Patients that wake up frequently with ear pain, headaches, or jaw pain are often struggling with grinding or clenching their teeth at night. It is a habit that is automatic and almost impossible to stop.

 

A great way to prevent damage and pain caused by teeth grinding, also called bruxism, is with night guards. These are custom guards made to create a barrier between the upper and lower teeth while sleeping, that last about ten years on average.

 

Patients who grind or clench their teeth at night not only experience pain, but it can be noisy and disrupt their spouse’s sleep, wear down the teeth, and damage their tooth enamel.

 

Our dentist Dr. Nina Kiani first takes impressions of the patient’s teeth and sends them to a local dental lab. In about two weeks, the night guard arrives ready for the patient. It fits perfectly in their mouth for a comfortable fit that doesn’t disrupt their sleep. Patients are encouraged to wear the night guards every time they sleep.

 

Visit our dental office to talk to Dr. Nina Kiani about getting a custom night guard.