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Before your visit, you may have some questions about our policies or the treatments we use. For your convenience, our most frequently asked questions are listed on this page. If you don’t see the information you need here, please call us at 212-924-6890 so we can help you.
Dr. Silver is extensively trained, but because dentistry is constantly changing, he does a number of things to stay up to date on all of the current findings. He frequently attends continuing education courses at institutions like the Dawson Center, Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dentistry, PAC Live, and the Texas Institute of Advanced Dental Science, that focus on the latest in cosmetic and restorative
dentistry. He also belongs to a variety of organizations which offer seminars and conferences on changes in dentistry. He even encourages his team to maintain their certifications and never stop learning.
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Yes. Our office has a digital imaging system. Dr. Silver can take pictures of your teeth with our digital or intra-oral camera and use our imaging system to show you how a particular treatment would enhance the appearance of your teeth. He can also create diagnostic wax-ups of your teeth so you can touch and hold your potential new smile. If you have questions about our digital imaging system or our diagnostic wax-ups, Dr. Silver is always happy to demonstrate how both processes work.
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Yes. We always welcome new patients
to our office.
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In this day and age, we know deciphering your insurance benefits can
be confusing. We are happy to help you with any insurance concern you
may have. We accept MetLife and Guardian dental insurance. For all
other plans, we request payment at the time of service. We will gladly
fill out the necessary paperwork for you and submit your paperwork.
We feel, however, that your insurance should never dictate the quality
or timing of your treatment. If you have extensive or long term dental
care, our office offers financial assistance through Capital
One’s
Healthcare Finance, an outside financing company with competitive interest
rates. If you have any questions, call us at 212-924-6890.
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When a temporary crown falls off or breaks, reattach the crown using dental adhesive or tooth paste. Then, call our practice immediately at 212-924-6890 so we can schedule an appointment to evaluate the damage with Dr. Silver.
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Our office accepts cash, check, and credit cards such as Master Card, Visa, Discover, or American Express. Any amount not covered by your insurance is your responsibility.
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Whitening has come a long way in the last decade. With so many options on the market these days, many of our patients ask about the safest and most effective method of whitening their teeth.
Since each mouth is unique, we need to evaluate your teeth to recommend a specific treatment. If your teeth are cracked, chipped, or discolored, Dr. Silver may recommend restorative services, such as veneers or bonding. If you want to bleach your teeth, we use several whitening products in our office. Both methods are completely safe and extremely effective.
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My husband is terrified of going to the
dentist, but he has a LOT of work that needs to be done. What can
be done to make this easier for him without knocking him out?
Your husband is definitely not alone in feeling
this way. Millions of Americans feel tremendous anxiety concerning
dental
treatment. In fact, fear, coupled with embarrassment and shame has
kept nearly half of all Americans from seeking necessary treatment
for years, if not decades. Fortunately, many of these people have found
out that “dental phobia” doesn’t have to keep them
away from the dentist any longer!
Amenities like tempur-pedic pads in our dental
chairs and laughing gas will help take
the edge off, but often aren’t enough to completely alleviate
fear. For some fearful patients, sedation dentistry is just
what the doctor ordered! With oral conscious sedation, patients
just take a safe little pill one hour before their appointment. This
pill helps them to relax and eliminates their dental fear.
Most patients snooze through the appointment,
feel no discomfort, and have no memory of the procedures. Years of
dental neglect are often
erased in just one appointment, without undergoing general anesthesia.
Many of these fearful patients begin chewing without pain and smiling
with confidence for the first time in years! These benefits are often
life-changing for people who have procrastinated getting their mouths
healthy or enhancing their smiles. Sedation dentistry is even beneficial
for patients who aren’t fearful, but would like to be more comfortable
during lengthy dental procedures.
Your husband should pursue having his dental work completed as soon
as possible to avoid more serious problems. It sounds as if oral conscious
sedation might be exactly what he needs in order to overcome his fear
and to get his mouth healthy again.
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Although orthodontic devices are less intrusive than they were in the past, many people want to improve the appearance of their front teeth more quickly and comfortably. In addition to braces, Dr. White has the cosmetic services you need to straighten your teeth. We offer Invisalign®, a method that straightens your teeth over a few appointments. We may also recommend porcelain veneers to improve the appearance of your teeth.
Dr. Silver believes that each mouth is unique. If you would like to enhance the appearance of your smile, call us at 212-924-6890 so we can schedule an appointment with him. After listening to your goals and concerns, Dr. Silver can suggest the best method to help you straighten your smile.
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Certainly. We offer snore-guards, a small appliance that holds the mouth and throat open while you sleep and thus, prevents snoring. These devices are easy to use and we custom fit them to ensure your comfort. If you or your spouse snores, we suggest visiting us for an evaluation.
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