A Whiter Smile is a Healthier Smile

Keeping teeth white is not an easy task. With all of the food and beverages that stain teeth on a daily basis, it is much easier to neglect them, leaving them lusterless. Teeth whitening is a marvelous way to restore the natural color of your teeth or if preferred, even make them whiter than your natural color.  To accomplish this, Dr. Farid Hakimzadeh of Fresh Meadows Dental Care offers a tray whitening system that is completed in two steps.

To accomplish the whitening of your teeth, Dr. Hakimzadeh utilizes this tray whitening system in two steps. The first step is to make an impression of your teeth. With this impression, he will craft you custom whitening trays that can be used repeatedly. Finally, you will take the whitening gel home with you and self-administer the gel for a short period of time over a period of a few days. This often results in a white smile of four to eight shades.

If you have questions or concerns regarding cosmetic dentistry, please give us a call. To learn more about the services we provide at our practice, visit www.freshmeadowsdental.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Farid Hakimzadeh of Fresh Meadows Dental Care in Oakland Gardens, NY, call 718-224-7272. 

Halloween Candy and Your Teeth

Chocolate, sour candies, bubble gum and more are just some of the few Halloween candy staples. It’s no secret that they’ll satisfy any sweet tooth, but this may come at a price. Sugary candy, acids, and carbohydrates are common Halloween snacks, but they are also common causes of cavities. Before going trick-or-treating, Dr. Farid Hakimzadeh of Fresh Meadows Dental Care recommends visiting the dentist before, or after, to ensure that your teeth and gums are in good health.

Sticky candy is detrimental to teeth because when it sticks to the enamel and isn’t brushed away it will attack the teeth and gums and cause sensitivity and possibly periodontal disease. Hard candies have been known to chip teeth and too much candy may activate the tooth decay process and cause a cavity. Dr. Farid Hakimzadeh encourages patients to monitor their candy intake this Halloween season and most importantly, be safe!

If you have questions or concerns regarding dental health and oral hygiene, please give us a call. To learn more about the services we provide at our practice, visit www.freshmeadowsdental.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Farid Hakimzadeh of Fresh Meadows Dental Care in Oakland Gardens, NY, call 718-224-7272. 

National Dental Hygiene Month

Do you brush and floss every day? We sure hope so, but not everybody knows exactly how to maintain the best possible oral hygiene routine. Since October is National Dental Hygiene Month, we at Fresh Meadows Dental Care in Flushing thought it would be a good time to go over the basics.

You should only brush your teeth with soft-bristled toothbrushes and toothpaste. People should brush their teeth twice a day (and brush their gums before putting in dentures) and brush for two minutes each time. When brushing the fronts of your teeth, you can do so horizontally, but you should brush their inward-facing sides vertically. We recommend flossing daily, and you should only ever use an American Dental Association-approved product for picking your teeth. When flossing, rub the side of each tooth down to the gum line; don’t just move the floss through the gaps between your teeth. Be sure not to miss the backs of your teeth.

Brushing and flossing aren’t the only parts of good hygiene. Daily use of a tongue scraper can help keep your breath sweet and prevent you from inhaling bad bacteria. Between brushings, you can also chew sugar-free gum to get rid of food debris.

Farid Hakimzadeh, DDS, operates Fresh Meadows Dental Care at 58-47 Francis Lewis Blvd., Suite 100, Flushing, New York, 11364. To schedule an appointment, call 718-224-7272 or visit Fresh Meadows Dental and fill out a contact form.

 

Cirrhosis and Gum Disease

Improving your oral hygiene can improve your life in other areas, as well. At Fresh Meadows Dental Care, we firmly believe that dental health is a crucial component of overall health, and science backs us up. A new study found that improving gum health reduced the harm of cirrhosis.

Cirrhosis is what occurs when the liver is unable to function properly because prolonged inflammation has caused it to scar. As a result, inflammation becomes prevalent throughout the body and the brain is exposed to toxic substances that impede cognitive function. Scientists have long been aware that cirrhosis and gum disease are common in the same people, since both are caused by smoking and alcohol. But people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease also have higher than average rates of gum disease.

Researchers were interested in whether a reduction in one disease would affect the other. The recently published study found that people with cirrhosis who underwent treatment for periodontal disease had improved cognition and produced more of a bacterium that decreases inflammation compared to people who remained untreated. We don’t fully understand yet what the connection is, but we hope more people will understand that a professional tooth cleaning may be just the thing to make them feel better.

Farid Hakimzadeh, DDS, operates Fresh Meadows Dental Care at 58-47 Francis Lewis Blvd., Suite 100, Flushing, New York, 11364. To schedule an appointment, call 718-224-7272 or visit Fresh Meadows Dental and fill out a contact form.

 

Restorative Dentistry

Restorative dentistry is similar to cosmetic dentistry in the sense that they both are designed to improve the overall appearance and function of a patient’s smile. The difference is that restorative dentistry involves the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of oral diseases. Restorative dental services that Dr. Farid Hakimzadeh of Fresh Meadows Dental Care include dental implants, dental crowns, dental bridges, and dentures.

The goal of restorative dentistry is to preserve natural teeth as much as possible. If you are missing teeth, Dr. Hakimzadeh can replace them with dental implants, a dental bridge, or dentures. Filling these empty spaces in the mouth will prevent dental diseases from damaging remaining teeth. Depending on the nature of the problem, and the patient’s wants and needs, Dr. Farid Hakimzadeh will help you choose which restorative option is best for you.

If you have questions or concerns regarding restorative dentistry, please give us a call. To learn more about the services we provide at our practice, visit www.freshmeadowsdental.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Farid Hakimzadeh of Fresh Meadows Dental Care in Oakland Gardens, NY, call 718-224-7272.

 

Cosmetic Dentistry

No smile is absolutely perfect. Chances are, there may be something that you wish to improve. Dr. Farid Hakimzadeh of Fresh Meadows Dental Care offers a variety of cosmetic dental services to replace missing teeth, whiten them if they are a little lackluster, or veneers if your teeth are looking worn down. The goal of cosmetic dentistry is to enhance the aesthetics of your smile while improving its natural function.

Cosmetic dentistry is designed to improve your smile as a whole. Common cosmetic procedures include teeth whitening, dental veneers, or composite bonding. The mission of Dr. Farid Hakimzadeh is to help patients maintain their oral health and keep a healthy smile for a lifetime. During a consultation, you and the doctor will discuss your smile goals and how to proceed with the cosmetic procedure that is right for you.

If you have questions or concerns regarding cosmetic dentistry, please give us a call. To learn more about the services we provide at our practice, visit www.freshmeadowsdental.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Farid Hakimzadeh of Fresh Meadows Dental Care in Oakland Gardens, NY, call 718-224-7272.

 

Makeover Your Smile With Veneers

At Fresh Meadows Dental Care, patients are always asking our doctors about the latest cosmetic solutions for their teeth.  Some fixes are recommended just to repair damage or just to whiten, but veneers are the best way to give your smile a total makeover. Veneers are thin ceramic shells that bond directly to the surface of your teeth.  This gives you the opportunity to completely change the appearance of your smile and still look natural. 

Patients with cosmetic issues like staining, cracked or chipped teeth, and even crooked teeth and small gaps can achieve a dazzling smile with veneers. We can make this happen in two to three visits!  First, your dentist will discuss the shape and look you want for your new smile.  Then an impression of your teeth is taken in order to custom fit the final product to the surfaces of your teeth.  The impression is sent to a dental laboratory where your custom veneers will be fabricated, which may take up to two weeks.  On your final visit, the veneers are bonded to your teeth for you to wear and enjoy!

To learn more about veneers and all the services available at our practice, visit www.freshmeadowsdental.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Farid Hakimzadeh of Fresh Meadows Dental Care in Oakland Gardens, NY, call 718-224-7272.