Monday, 2 May 2016

Tartar: The Hard Truth


Tartar is tough—it’s a hard, crusty deposit that can trap stains and leads to tooth discoloration. Tartar is formed when residual plaque on the surface of the tooth reacts with minerals in your saliva. Only a dentist can remove tartar, but you can proactively prevent it with a good brushing regimen.

Plaque is sticky, colorless film containing bacteria that build up naturally on tooth surfaces and especially along the gum line within four to 12 hours after brushing. Sugars in food and drinks can combine with plaque bacteria to release acids. These acids attack tooth enamel and break it down, which can then create cavities. Plaque bacteria can also contribute to gum disease, like gingivitis.

Gingivitis Symptoms
Some symptoms of gingivitis include red, swollen, and bleeding gums. Chronic gingivitis can lead to periodontitis and chronic bad breath. If these symptoms persist, it's important to talk with your dental professional to determine the best treatment.

What Is Gingivitis?

Gingivitis is an early stage of gum disease caused by the buildup of plaque bacteria on the tissues that surround the teeth. Plaque, a naturally occurring biofilm containing bacteria, can lead to gingivitis if not removed by daily brushing.

DENTAL IMPLANTS


Dental implants are a popular and permanent way to improve the stability of your mouth. If you have missing teeth, or wear removable dentures, they can offer a way for you to maintain a stable, strong and long-lasting smile.

These alternatives to your natural tooth root are made of titanium, a metal that fuses with your jaw bone. When natural teeth are lost, your natural jaw bone can weaken, diminishing your ability to chew and change the form of you face and smile. If you are struggling to chew your favorite foods, or just plain embarrassed by your mouth's appearance, implants may be your smile-saver.

What Causes Bad Breath?


In the majority of cases, bad breath is caused by the presence of oral bacteria1. Bacteria can form on the tongue when you forget to brush properly, become dehydrated, or have dry mouth due to medications you may be taking that reduce saliva in your mouth. However, you can take these easy steps to help keep your tongue free of bacteria and your breath feeling fresh.

The Facts About Plaque


Plaque is sticky, colorless film containing bacteria that builds up naturally on tooth surfaces and especially along the gum line within four to 12 hours after brushing. Sugars in food and drinks can combine with plaque bacteria to release acids. These acids attack tooth enamel and break it down, which can then create cavities. Plaque bacteria can also contribute to gum disease, like gingivitis. Regular brushing and flossing are your most effective tools in the fight against plaque. If it’s not removed daily, plaque eventually accumulates and hardens into tartar.

Brush your teeth for two minutes twice a day Follow up with a good tongue brushing. Pay special attention to the back of your tongue.
Floss effectively to help remove food particles.
Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

Chew sugarless gum to stimulate saliva production. Eating a mint is a temporary but less recommended method for breath freshening because it can leave a sugary residue behind.
Chronic bad breath may be a symptom of a more serious condition, so you should consult a dental professional or medical professional.
Consider limiting behaviors that can intensify bad breath, such as drinking alcohol or smoking.

Tips to Help Control Tartar


Brush regularly, twice a day for 2 minutes a time.
Choose tartar-control toothpaste with fluoride.

Floss, floss, floss. No matter how good you are with a toothbrush.
Rinse daily. Use an antiseptic mouthwash daily to help kill bacteria that cause plaque.
Watch your diet. The bacteria in your mouth thrive on sugary and starchy foods.Brush and drink plenty of water during and after meals.

Don't smoke. Studies show that people who smoke cigarettes or use other tobacco products are more likely to have tartar.

The Hard Truth Tartar is tough—it’s a hard, crusty deposit that can trap stains and leads to tooth discoloration. Tartar is formed when residual plaque on the surface of the tooth reacts with minerals in your saliva. Only a dentist can remove tartar, but you can proactively prevent it with a good brushing regimen.

Four Steps to Healthier Gums


Brush your teeth for two minutes twice a day with antibacterial toothpaste to remove plaque and lessen tartar buildup—and don’t forget to gently clean and massage the gums.
Floss at least once per day with the proper technique to get rid of food particles and plaque trapped between teeth.

Rinse with mouthwash to help prevent plaque from coming back and help kill the germs that cause gingivitis. Visit your dental professional every six months for a thorough cleaning and checkup.

Smiles Dental Care Of New Jersey


Sensitive teeth can be treated. The type of treatment will depend on what is causing the sensitivity. Your dentist may suggest one of a variety of treatments:
Desensitizing toothpaste.
This contains compounds that help block transmission of sensation from the tooth surface to the nerve, and usually requires several applications before the sensitivity is reduced.


Fluoride gel.
An in-office technique which strengthens tooth enamel and reduces the transmission of sensations.A crown, inlay or bonding. These may be used to correct a flaw or decay that result in sensitivity.
Surgical gum graft. If gum tissue has been lost from the root, this will protect the root and reduce sensitivity.
Root canal. If sensitivity is severe and persistent and cannot be treated by other means, your dentist may recommend this treatment to eliminate the problem.

Our Services


PORCELAIN VENEERS
Veneers are ultra-thin shells of ceramic (porcelain) or a composite resin material, which are bonded to the front of teeth. This procedure requires little or no anesthesia and can be the ideal choice for improving the appearance of the front teeth. Veneers are placed to mask discolorations, to brighten teeth and to improve a smile.
Veneers are an excellent alternative to crowns in many situations. They provide a much more conservative approach to changing a tooth's color, size or shape.

TEETH WHITENING
Sinsational Smile® uses a fast and effective technology with our patented pre-filled silicone tray. This allows the jaw to remain relaxed and the person comfortable throughout the 20 minute procedure. This procedure includes the use of an LED accelerating light that helps to activate the gel's whitening ingredients at a faster rate, resulting in a brighter smile and whiter teeth in less time. As part of your procedure, you'll

also receive a take-home maintenance pen shown below to further extend your new brighter smile!
TOOTH BONDING
Tooth bonding or dental bonding uses a special tooth-coloured resin which is applied to the tooth then hardened using a special light. This bonds the resin to the tooth either to restore it or to improve the appearance of the tooth.
Dental bonding is an option that can be considered to:
Repair decayed teeth (composite resins are used to fill cavities)
Repair chipped or cracked teeth
Improve the appearance of discoloured teeth
Close spaces between teeth
Make teeth look longer
Change the shape of teeth
Use as a cosmetic alternative to amalgam fillings
Protect a portion of the tooth's root that has been exposed when gums recede


MISSING TOOTH REPLACEMENT 
Losing a tooth can be a very traumatic experience and it’s very unfortunate when it does happen.  Injury, accident, fracture, severe dental decay, and gum disease are the major reasons for having to remove a tooth.  If teeth are lost due to injury or have to be removed, it is imperative that they be replaced to avoid cosmetic and dental problems in the future.
Options for replacement of missing teeth:

IMPLANTS – Are a great way to replace one or more missing teeth. They may also be great to support ill fitting dentures. A dental implant is an artificial root that is surgically placed into the jaw bone to replace a missing tooth. An artificial tooth is placed on the implant, giving the appearance and feel of a natural tooth. Implants are very stable, durable, and are the most aesthetically pleasing tooth replacement option and usually the longest lasting.

FIXED BRIDGES – This type of bridge is generally made of porcelain or composite material and is anchored (cemented) permanently to a natural teeth adjacent to the missing tooth site. The benefit of this type of bridge is that it is fixed (not removable) and it is very sturdy. The disadvantage is that in order to create a fixed appliance, two healthy, natural teeth will have to be crowned (capped) to hold the bridge in place.

REMOVABLE BRIDGES – This type of bridge is a good solution for replacing one or more missing teeth They are usually made of tooth-colored, artificial teeth combined with metal clasps that hook onto adjacent natural teeth. Removable bridges are the most economical option for replacing missing teeth, but may be the least aesthetically pleasing. This is because the metal clasps on the appliances are often impossible to completely conceal.

DENTURES – This type of tooth replacement is used when most or all of the natural teeth are missing in one dental arch. Dentures are removable artificial teeth that are made to closely resemble the patients’ original teeth.

ROOT CANAL
​ A root canal is a treatment used to repair and save a tooth that is badly decayed or becomes infected. During a root canal procedure, the nerve and pulp are removed and the inside of the tooth is cleaned and sealed. Without treatment, the tissue surrounding the tooth will become infected and abscesses may form.

Our team


Dr. Priya Duggal

Dr.  Duggal is a graduate of Columbia University School of Dental and Oral Surgery, one of the best in the country. She has been a dentist for over 15 years and has been through several post graduate courses in different fields of dentistry since receiving her degree.

Her emphasis on patient comfort, as well as keeping up-to-date with the latest advancements in dentistry, enable her to provide her patients with the best quality of care. Dr. Duggal is a specialist in the field of Periodontics and Implant Surgery.

Her approach to your treatment starts with patiently listening to you. Then, after a complete and thorough examination, she reviews and discusses the diagnosis and treatment plan options.

Dr.Michael Sanzari D.M.D

Dr. Sanzari was born and raised in Bergen County, NJ. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. After completing a Genera Practice Residency at St.Joseph's Hopital in Paterson, NJ, Dr Sanzari completed his specialty training in orthodontics at Columbia University, NY.
Dr. Sanzari is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, the Middle Atlantic Association of orthodontists  and the New Jersey Association of Orthodontists. He has been a clinical instructor at Bergen Community college for over ten years.
Dr. Satinderjit Kaur

Dr. Kaur is a general dentist that is as well known for her gentle treatment with patients as she is for her smile. Her warm personality and experience put people instantly at ease.  She graduated from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey in New Brunswick, NJ in 2009. She received her Doctorate of Dental Medicine from UMDNJ-New Jersey Dental School in 2013.
Dr. Kaur completed her General Practice Residency at Hackensack University Medical Center.  She enjoys working with patients from all age groups (children love her)! During her free time, Dr. Kaur stays involved in community service, bike riding, hiking, and travel.

Welcome to our practice!


We've created a cosmetic and implant dental practice that puts your smile out there--front and center--for everyone to see. You'll love the results that we can get with our combination of latest technology and experienced, caring dental professionals.

Patient Forms

Hate paperwork? We know you do. That's why we take care of insurance form submittal for you... Learn More
We love to see you smile. Really, we do. That's because we take great pride in offering the most up-to-date cosmetic dental techniques in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere, served up by the most knowledgeable and experienced cosmetic dentists in the field.

Cosmetic dentistry has advanced by leaps and bounds over the years. Gone are the procedures of old that delivered substandard results. Now, almost anything can be accomplished with the right technology and know how. We use the latest technology, and all of our dentists are thoroughly trained in the latest techniques. That, combined with our unwavering commitment to you, results in an experience that's unlike any other in the cosmetic dentistry field. You'll immediately feel at ease, and our initial consultation will help you map out a complete cosmetic dental plan that achieves superior results.