Dr. Patel has extensive training in working with numerous dental procedures. These procedures are listed below with links to additional information on the topic. If you need quality dental care in the Lynbrook, Rockville Centre, East Rockaway, Oceanside, Baldwin, Franklin Square, Malverne, Hewlett, 5 Towns, Island Park, Long Beach and surrounding areas call Dr. Patel.
Cosmetic Dentistry
- Bonding is a wonderful and safe technique for fixing cosmetic flaws in teeth
- Cosmetic Fillings are a tooth-colored alternative to traditional amalgam fillings
- Crowns and Bridges are restorations over the existing structure of severely damaged teeth
- Specialty Dentures are removable replacement teeth
- Gum Recontouring procedures change the shape and appearance of gums
- Dental Implants are a better solution to the problem of missing teeth
- Dental Veneers are thin shells porcelain that covers visible portion of your teeth.
- Tooth Whitening is a safe and effective way to quickly deliver a dramatic change to your smile
Preventative Dentistry
- Cleaning is an essential part of a proper oral hygiene program
- Dental Examinations are a crucial part of preventative dentistry
- Polishing is often the last step of a dental cleaning and some restorative procedures
- Scaling is a deep-cleaning procedure
- X-Rays take pictures called radiographs that show the interior of dental structures
Dental Problems
- Abscessed Tooth is a painful condition caused by infection
- Bad Breath (Halitosis) is common and often has a dental cause
- Cavities and Tooth Decay is the process of a tooth’s mineral content being dissolved
- Dry Mouth is caused by an inadequate supply of saliva
- Fluorosis is a defect in tooth enamel caused by excessive fluoride in young children
- Gum Disease (Gingivitis) is an inflammation of the gums
- Impacted Wisdom Teeth are teeth that fail to properly emerge through the gums
- Jaw Disorders come from the temporomandibular joint (TMJ)
- Oral Cancer can be detected early and Dr. Patel can be your first line of defense
- Periodontal Disease (Periodontitis) is advanced gum disease
- Plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that coats teeth
- Sensitive Teeth is a very common problem that can be treated effectively
- Bruxism (Teeth Grinding/Clenching) is either the clenching or grinding of teeth
- Toothaches are commonly caused by the presence of a cavity or an abscess
Dental Treatments
- Braces/Invisalign/Clear Align can correct a “bad bite” by exerting a gentle pressure to straighten teeth
- Extractions/Wisdom Tooth Removal/Oral Surgery is a safe and routine procedure for the removal of a tooth
- Jaw/TMJ problems refer to a variety of conditions that affect the temporomandibular joints
- Root Canal/Endodontic Disorder is a dental procedure designed to remove infection from the soft center of a tooth
- Sealants protect teeth from tooth decay by adding a protective layer to keep out plaque and bacteria
General Dentistry
- Adult Care and Prevention is focused on the fight against plaque, cavities and decay
- Advanced Dental Technology is used by Dr. Patel as well as state-of-the-art equipment
- Child Care and Preventative Dentistry is important to make sure there are no early problems
- Laser Dentistry is one of the most exciting new advances in dentistry
- Same Day Emergency Dental Care is offered by Dr. Patel
