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Bondings
How does it work? The tooth is prepared for the procedure by lightly etching the surface and applying a bonding liquid. Once the liquid sets, a plastic resin is applied and sculpted into the desired shape by the dentist. Once set, the resin is trimmed, smoothed and polished to a natural appearance. Considerations The bonding…
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Digital Scanning
At Chappaqua Smiles, we take pride in offering the latest advancements in dental technology to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care possible. Our digital X-ray services are no exception. With our state-of-the-art equipment, we can capture detailed images of your teeth and jaw quickly and with minimal discomfort. Digital X-rays use significantly less…
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Metal-Free Dental Bridges
All of your teeth play an important role in speaking, chewing and in maintaining proper alignment of other teeth. Tooth loss doesn’t necessarily have to occur as you age, but if you do lose teeth they must be replaced to maintain proper function of your mouth. Fortunately, there are options for correcting tooth loss. Dental Bridge…
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Metal-Free Porcelain Crowns
Most dentistry looks like dentistry. Our goal is to provide dentistry that is undetectable. We replace existing crowns and fillings with restorations that look and feel like your natural teeth. Where damage to a person’s teeth is extreme, and apparently beyond repair, we can use porcelain or porcelain “pasted on gold” crowns to make the smile appear…
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Porcelain Onlays, Partial Crowns, Inlays
What are inlays and onlays? Inlays and onlays can be made of porcelain, gold, or composite resin. These pieces are bonded to the damaged area of the tooth. An inlay is appropriate when a regular filling will not suffice. An inlay and/or an onlay is more protective and is stronger than a filling. Traditionally, gold has been the material of…
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Root Canal Treatments
A root canal can save your natural teeth and prevent the need for dental implants or bridges.