Home Fluoride Treatment

Fluoride is a mineral that occurs naturally in many foods and water and it helps prevent tooth decay by making the tooth more resistant to acid attacks from plaque bacteria and sugars in the mouth. Every day, minerals are added to and lost from your teeth’s enamel layer through demineralization and remineralization. Minerals like fluoride, calcium and phosphate are redeposited to the enamel layer from the foods and waters consumed. Fluoride is important for infants and children between the ages of 6 months and 16 years. However, adults benefit from fluoride, too.  

While there is fluoride in our foods and water, it can also be directly applied through fluorinated toothpastes and mouth rinses. In most cases, fluoride is administered by the dentist during your appointment. During your appointment, the doctor will apply the fluoride to the teeth in gel, foam or varnish form that contain much higher levels of fluoride than the amount in mouth washes or toothpaste. Because it’s been difficult to find effective, affordable fluoride treatment at a drug store, Dr. Nina Kiani has decided to offer take-home fluoride treatments.

 

This take-home fluoride treatment provides complete coverage and helps protect your teeth from harmful plaque bacteria. When you get your home fluoride treatment, it is quite simple to use:

• Brush your teeth thoroughly.
• Place the fluoride gel in the tray. 
• Place the tray completely over your teeth and gently press the tray to move into place.
• Leave trays in your mouth for 5 minutes.
• Use the tray with the fluoride gel in your mouth at least twice a day.
• Once after breakfast and once before bedtime.
• Do not rinse your mouth after each use. Expectorate the gel residue completely. Do not eat or drink for 30 minutes.
• Do not eat or drink with your tray in place.
• Do not use any chemicals or hot water to clean your tray. Use antibacterial soap on a toothbrush to clean your tray and rinse it out.

If you are interested in take-home fluoride treatments, set up a consultation with Dr. Nina Kiani at our New York, NY office!

Dental Implants

When it comes to replacing missing teeth, patients have a lot of options. None of those options, however, are permanent like dental implants. Implants are widely considered the modern-day solution to missing teeth because they provide an aesthetically pleasing, permanent answer to a serious problem. We provide dental implant procedures to help our patients restore their smile and fix their bite after implant surgery.

 

When a patient loses a tooth, it is important to act quickly to fill the space. Apart from the cosmetic issues, patients who have missing teeth will often suffer from compromised chewing efficiency and tooth drifting. The space left behind from a missing tooth causes the other teeth to drift into that space which can lead to misaligned teeth. When teeth become misaligned, they become more difficult to clean, leaving unreachable pockets in the teeth that will collect bacteria. This will almost certainly lead to periodontal issues that will eventually lead to additional tooth loss if left untreated.

 

Receiving a dental implant is a surgical procedure and patients are put under a general anesthetic. A dental surgeon will make an incision into the patients gum line where they will insert the implant. The implant will be secured into the jawbone where it will need to sit for three to six months so the bone can grow around it, this process is called osseointegration. After the surgery, patients will visit us to receive a crown over the implant. This is done so the patient’s teeth do not drift and they can eat normally. Once the implant is secured, your dentist will place an abutment on top of the exposed implant that will support a permanent crown.  Dental implants are the only completely permanent solution to missing teeth.

 

Dental implants are a great way to fix a common problem, permanently. If you would like to have a consultation regarding dental implants, give us a call at 212-279-8770 or visit us at www.ninikianidds.com. 

Scaling and Root Planing

If your teeth are sensitive or your gums bleed when you floss or brush, you might be suffering from gingivitis or gum disease. Patients who come in for regular cleanings are much less likely to suffer from periodontal disease.  If you’re not taking care of your oral hygiene, the bacteria and plaque can advance to gum disease and it becomes more difficult to treat. While gum disease sounds like a scary thing, the good news is that there are treatment options available.

 

Gum disease is the leading cause of tooth loss in the United States. There are many different forms of periodontal disease but all of them can cause serious damage to the mouth. 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.

 

We offer a non-surgical, non-invasive option known as scaling and root planning for those who have gum disease. This deep cleaning procedure is a great alternative to surgical options. Scaling involves removing built-up plaque below the gum line using either manual scraping instruments or an ultrasonic tool. When we do your root planing, we essentially gently sand your teeth, removing rough spots on the tooth surfaces and roots, which tend to harbor bacteria.

 

If you fear that you might be suffering from gingivitis or gum disease, set up an appointment with one of our skilled dentists at our New York, NY dental practice so we can go over treatment options.

Digital X-Rays

We believe that early detection is the best way to treat our patients. With that being said, we have adopted digital X-ray technology into our practice. Digital radiography will better allow us to diagnose and treat patients the right way, the first time around.

 

Digital X-ray technology offers many benefits over traditional X-rays. The biggest difference is the amount of radiation it emits, about 80 percent less than traditional machines. While the radiation in traditional X-rays is not necessarily harmful, it’s never a good idea to expose someone to any type of radiation.

 

Another great benefit of digital radiography is the immediacy of it. You don’t have to wait for the image to develop anymore. Right after the image is taken it is immediately displayed on a bedside monitor. This greatly cuts down on patient chair-time. The instant imaging software is a great way for us to “Go Green” because there’s no harmful chemicals used to develop the images and the image itself is not printed so there is no waster there. The image is displayed on an environmentally friendly monitor that files it away with your personal records for future use without printing.

 

In many cases, digital X-rays are able to detect early stages of tooth decay where traditional X-rays would not. The image we get is far more detailed than other imaging software. Catching decay early can prevent cavities, gum disease and other periodontal issues. By getting to these symptoms earlier, our staff is better equipped to stop it now and even prevent it in the future.

 

Schedule an appointment with one of our skilled dentists at our New York, NY office today to get your digital X-rays taken!

Veneers

Dental veneers are perfect for patients hoping to redesign and reshape their smile with a simple, non-invasive procedure. Those with misaligned, chipped or broken teeth are great candidates for this procedure. We provide our patients with the opportunity to repair their smile with dental veneers.

 

There are many types of veneers available. At our practice, we utilize ceramic veneers. Ceramic veneers cover the existing tooth structure. The process by which veneers are installed takes two to three visits. In the first visit, Dr. Kiani will consult with you to determine if you are a candidate for veneers. Once approved, Dr. Kiani will give you a set of options such as what size, shape and color the veneers will be. The molding process will then begin. This process consists of removing half a millimeter of the enamel from your tooth surface so the veneers are flush with the gum line. We will then take a mold of the teeth and have veneers structured at a dental lab. Creation of the veneers takes approximately 10-14 days.

 

Once the veneers are ready, they will be fitted into the patient’s mouth to see if the shade is correct and to gauge the size. The veneers will then be trimmed to assure a permanent fit. We will then thoroughly clean the area and etch the teeth before applying the bonding agent. Once the bonding agent is applied, the veneer will be placed in the mouth and the bonding agent will be activated by a UV light source. The final step in the process involves a thorough inspection of the area Dr. Kiani will examine your bite, remove any excess cement and make any final adjustments.

If you are interested in restoring your smile with dental veneers, give us a call at 212-279-8770 today!

Teeth Whitening Options

With hundreds of teeth whitening options available, it can be difficult to determine which method will work best for your exact needs. Your smile is often the first thing people notice about you, so ask yourself, are you making a good first impression with your smile? It doesn’t matter whether you choose to go with over-the-counter products or come into our office for a whitening procedure, we’re happy to help because we want you to do it the right way.

 

When you come in for a consultation, we want to first determine if your teeth are intrinsically or extrinsically stained. Intrinsic stains are on the surface, having barely penetrated the enamel. They are caused by coffee, smoking and aging. These stains are reversible through bleaching.  Extrinsic stains develop from the inside of the teeth and are often caused by different antibiotics and other permanent staining agents. The teeth are darkened as a result of bacteria buildup and cannot be reversed by whitening alone. In this case, we would suggest veneers as a way to improve your smile.

 

For those whose teeth are intrinsically stained, we are happy to provide insight into which whitening treatment would work best for you. At our New York, NY dental office, we offer an in-office whitening procedure that can improve your smile up to 10 shades in less than an hour. This professionally applied whitening solution is a powerful concentration of peroxide that can only be administered by a professional. We also offer custom take-home tray whitening. We will take a mold of your teeth and fit you with custom-made tray system that is worn while you sleep. You will see gradual improvement, whitening at your own pace. We will also offer advice regarding over-the-counter whitening products. This ranges from toothpaste all the way to surface strips. While these options take more time, it allows you to whiten whenever you want.

 

If you would like to schedule a consultation with one of our skilled dentists, visit www.ninakianidds.com or call us at 212-279-8770!

Restorative Options

While most dental practices offer a very narrow scope of procedures, we have established a full-service dental practice that specializes in preventative, restorative and cosmetic dental procedures. If you are hoping to restore your smile after an accident, you should be aware of the many options we have available to fix their smile.

 

With restorative dentistry, we are able to replace or restore missing teeth or missing parts of the tooth structure. Tooth structure can be damaged due to decay, deterioration of a previously placed restoration or the tooth could fracture. We offer the following restorative dental procedures at our New York, NY office:

• Bonding
• Bridges
• Crowns
• Dentures
• Inlays and Onlays

The goal of restorative dentistry is to preserve your natural teeth as much as possible. Procedures like inlays and onlays, partial dentures, bridges and bonding all utilize your existing teeth to assist in the restoration. We will always do the best we can to preserve your natural teeth. In cases where we cannot, full dentures might be necessary.

 

Most people do not know that a missing tooth can cause serious damage to your mouth. When a tooth a missing, the rest of your teeth will begin to shift, causing them to become misaligned. When teeth become misaligned, they become more difficult to clean. When you can't properly clean your teeth, they become decayed, putting you at a high risk for periodontal disease. Missing teeth also put extra stress on your remaining natural teeth because you don't have as much surface area to chew with.

 

If you are missing any teeth, consider restorative treatments with Dr. Nina Kiani. She will get your teeth back to proper working order, allowing you to have a happy and healthy mouth for years to come.