Diagnostic

• Dental Examination
  The dental hygienist will begin your child’s cleaning by exploring the surface of the teeth to determine if there are any cavities and to examine the quality of existing fillings. The dental hygienist will then perform a periodontal exam to make sure your child’s gums adhere tightly to the teeth, and no periodontal disease or bone loss is present.
• X-rays

Preventive

• Teeth Cleaning
  Your child’s exam will take about 45 minutes. Each regular exam includes a detailed teeth cleaning, in which we will clean, polish, and rinse the teeth to remove any tartar and plaque that have built up on the tooth’s surface.
• Fluoride Treatment
  Fluoride is effective in preventing cavities and tooth decay and in preventing plaque from building up and hardening on the tooth’s surface. A fluoride treatment in a dentist’s office takes just a few seconds. We typically use a fluoride varnish which leaves a sticky film on the teeth for several hours after it's application. Patients can eat and drink right away and are asked to refrain from brushing and flossing for 4-6 hours to allow for absorption of the fluoride by the enamel surface. Depending on your child’s oral health, risk of decay or decay present the doctor will make a proper recommendtion on frequency of fluoride application.
• Dental Sealants
  Sometimes brushing is not enough, especially when it comes to those hard-to-reach spots in your child’s mouth. It is difficult for a toothbrush to get in between the small cracks and grooves on your child’s teeth. If left alone, those tiny areas can develop tooth decay. Sealants give your child’s teeth extra protection against decay and help prevent cavities.

Restorative

• Fillings
• Resin Composite
  If your child has a cavity which needs to be filled have no fear!! We typically use composite resin ("white fillings) to restore teeth, as it enables us to preserve healthy tooth structure surrounding the decayed areas. Parents usually prefer the white fillings because of their cosmetic appearance. We fill teeth for children the same way that adults have their teeth filled but we talk about the procedure in a "child friendly" manner so as to keep our patients from being anxious about it. If needed we utilize nitrous oxide ("laughing gas") and local anesthesia ("novocaine") to make our patients more comfortable.
• Veneers
  Bonding is less expensive than other cosmetic treatments and can usually be completed in one visit to our office. However, bonding can stain and is easier to break than other cosmetic treatments, such as porcelain veneers. If it does break or chip, tell your doctor. The bonding can generally be easily patched or repaired in one visit.
• Dental Bonding
  Bonding is a conservative way to repair slightly chipped, discolored, or crooked teeth. During dental bonding, a white filling is placed onto your child's tooth to improve its appearance. The filling “bonds” with the tooth, and because it comes in a variety of tooth-colored shades, it closely matches the appearance of your child's natural teeth.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

• Tooth Extractions

Orthodontics

• Orthodontics
  NY Kids Dentistry and Orthodontics is a specialized practice that offers pediatric care for children from infancy to late adolescence, as well as orthodontic treatment for patients of all ages. Our Upper East Side office provides both pediatric dental and orthodontic care, while our Upper West Side office was established for orthodontics only. In the longstanding tradition of this practice, our doctors provide patients with quality care and exceptional service, to ensure each achieves a lifetime of dental health.
• Braces
  Whether your child wears braces or not, protecting his or her smile while playing sports is essential. Mouthguards help protect the teeth and gums from injury. If your child participates in any kind of full-contact sport, the American Dental Association recommends that he or she wear a mouthguard. Choosing the right mouthguard is essential. There are three basic types of mouthguards: the pre-made mouthguard, the “boil-and-bite” fitted mouthguard, and a custom-made mouthguard from the dentist. When you choose a mouthguard, be sure to pick one that is tear-resistant, comfortable and well-fitted for your mouth, easy to keep clean, and does not prevent your child from breathing properly. Your dentist can show your child how to wear a mouthguard properly and how to choose the right mouthguard to protect his or her smile.