FAQ
We are happy to answer questions about our services and procedures. These Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) are a selection of some common questions that patients have. If your question isn’t answered here, please contact our office. It’s important to us that our patients understand their dental care.
Gum or periodontal disease not only prevents you from having a great smile but it is the number one cause of tooth loss. It’s one of the primary reasons people require dental treatment from individuals with periodontics expertise.
According to the American Heart Association there is a direct link between the severity of gum disease and the likelihood of experiencing systemic conditions such as heart attack and stroke. Other serious conditions linked with gum disease include diabetes, premature labor, and obesity among other things.
The early stage of gum disease is known as gingivitis. Gum disease usually occurs due to a lack of oral hygiene and routine preventive care. The symptoms of gingivitis are red, swollen and/or bleeding gums. These symptoms occur when routine brushing and flossing does not remove plaque that remains concealed below the gum lines. While gingivitis is a regressive disease it can be easily reversed by preventative care therapy.
If gingivitis is left untreated, deep pockets can develop beneath the gums which harbor plaque and tartar and eventually lead to the destruction of the bone around the teeth. This bone loss and gum regression is known as asperiodontitis. This can also lead to dental implants, which Scavuzzo Dental Care offer, but if you can it’s best to avoid letting your teeth get to the point of needing implants! If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms then you should contact the team at our office to commence treatment:
- swollen or bleeding gums
- red, purple colour of gums
- bad breath / halitosis
- bad taste in your mouth
- teeth that are mobile
- receding gums / exposed roots
- evidence of pus or drainage around teeth.
Charming Smile Dental Jersey City has a lot of experience when it comes to successfully treating gum disease. After your initial consultation you will receive a personalized treatment plan to best meet your individual needs which may include:
- Deep gum therapy (scaling)
- Orthodontics (braces) to align teeth to prevent gum disease
- Gum surgery
- Prescription for antibiotic medications or rinses
- Hygiene instructions
- Gum maintenance appointments every 3 months
- Referral to a periodontist
Contact us today to get your gums back to their best health!
Discomfort and a loss of self-confidence can occur as a result of having a broken tooth. When left untreated, broken teeth can cause a lot of pain, become infected and may need to be removed.
What are some reasons your teeth can break?
- Trauma
- Large cavity
- Large, old fillings
- Biting very hard foods
- Using our teeth to open bags, cans, etc
- Not putting a crown on a tooth after root canal treatment; to protect and strengthen your tooth, crowns are an ideal solution
Charming Smile Dental Jersey City can repair a broken tooth without needing to lose the affected tooth. We offer a variety of solutions that are customized to meet your individual needs such as:
- Fillings
- Root Canals
- Crowns
- Veneers
- Implants (if the tooth needs to be removed)
Don’t let a broken tooth get you worried. Contact us at Charming Smile Dental Jersey City as soon as possible so that we can evaluate the tooth and recommend the best treatment to have you smiling again!
It will take your mouth some time to get used to the feel of dentures. After a few months, however, you will feel comfortable eating and talking with your dentures in and experience little to no soreness or discomfort. If you ever do experience soreness or if your dentures aren’t fitting right, please let us know.
The techniques used to perform root canals have advanced considerably, making this routine procedure no more uncomfortable or inconvenient than a filling. Many people who need a root canal are currently in pain, and a root canal will relieve your pain and save your tooth. After your procedure, you may experience some swelling and discomfort, but this will go away quickly.
Invisalign can be a great solution for teenagers as well. In fact, Invisalign has a product created specifically for teenagers — Invisalign Teen. If your teenager has crooked teeth or other dental flaws that need to be corrected, call our Jersey City dentist office and schedule an appointment to discuss.
In the Invisalign procedure, customized plastic trays (aligners) are utilized in order to correctly align the teeth. Thus, Invisalign is capable of fixing many problems that the traditional braces could fix– ranging from crooked teeth, to problems with your bite.
This is a common question we get from patients. It is important to understand the key differences between the two types of fillings before making a decision. Composite fillings bond directly to your tooth, which results in less healthy tooth removal. Amalgam fillings require additional drilling to provide anchors for the solid amalgam.
Composite fillings are not as hard and inflexible as amalgam fillings, which means stresses caused from biting and chewing can be distributed more naturally and reduce the risk of your tooth cracking. Many patients also do not like the idea of having a silver mercury metal in their mouth. With all their advantages, composite fillings can cost more than amalgam fillings. Some insurances will only cover a portion of the cost of composite fillings. Our Jersey City dentist office should be able to guide you on what filling is best for. Please call our office and schedule your appointment with our dentist today!
“He probably doesn’t brush his teeth”
“She probably hasn’t been to the dentist in a while”
“If his teeth look like that, I don’t even want to think about his breath!”
Having stained, yellow teeth can erode a person’s confidence and self esteem. Don’t let this be you! At Charming Smile Dental Jersey City, we will help you understand the causes of staining and come up with a solution to help you overcome it so you can have a beautiful smile.
Causes of tooth staining
- Food and drinks
- Tobacco use
- Poor hygiene
- Disease
- Medications
- Dental Materials
- Age
- Genetics
- Trauma
What can we do to remove staining?
“Do it yourself” over the counter solutions rarely work effectively (especially with deep staining) and there are a number of negative side effects like tissue burn and tooth sensitivity that make them undesirable.
In office laser whitening with Zoom
Charming Smile Dental Jersey City’s in office laser whitening produces immediate results at the very first visit. The process breaks down and lifts stains from deep within the tooth. Discolored teeth are quickly transformed and can be as much as 8 times whiter in as little as 1 hour. We use Zoom Whitening – the highest quality in office whitening gels available. Whitening is great for weddings, job interviews, class reunions, makeovers or just to feel better about the way you look.
Take home teeth whitening
Take home teeth whitening in Jersey City is a 10-14 day process that achieves outstanding teeth whitening results. Take home teeth whitening is a less expensive personalized service that provides you with trays that fit over your teeth like a mouth guard to target all the hard to reach areas. Wearing the trays for approximately one hour each day with Charming Smile Dental Jersey City’s special whitening solution will achieve the smile you’ve always wanted. Click here for more information about take home teeth whitening in Jersey City.
To maintain Stained Free teeth and to achieve long lasting results it’s best to take note of and avoid factors that may cause your teeth to become re-stained.
Use a Straw: This simple tip can help prevent your teeth from coming into contact with beverages such as coffee or soda that may darken your teeth, keeping your teeth whiter for a longer period of time.
Eat ‘Whitening’ Foods: Chew on celery or carrots after drinking wine or coffee as these crunchy items act like a little toothbrush. Apples are another great choice as their acidic nature and fiber-laden flesh have fantastic cleaning capabilities.
Stop Smoking: It’s well known that smoking causes your teeth to go yellow so if you want your teeth to stay white, quit smoking. We understand it’s hard to quit smoking so you can use things like a suorin vape or nicotine patches to help you stop.
Touch Up Whiten Every Few Months: Wear your professional whitening tray and gel for an hour each day for 3-7 days to touch up your smile and remove mild stain deposits. Many people find touching up every 6 months to be effective, but people that smoke or drink large amounts of coffee or tea may need to touch up closer to every 3 months.
Making good choices can reduce additional tooth stain, but it won’t remove what’s already there. Contact us for a teeth whitening plan that will restore your smile, restore or renew your confidence and provide you with strategies to keep your teeth pristine.
Let us help you achieve a smile that will last for a lifetime. Contact Charming Smile Dental Jersey City today!
You should brush twice a day and floss once a day at minimum. Some patients may need to brush and floss teeth more often to control gingivitis or gum disease.
Bad Breath Treatment
Are you worried about bad breath? Bad breath can be embarrassing and tough on those around you. Some people don’t realize their breath could peel paint because people are afraid to tell them. We all worry about bad breath from time to time, however, if you’re experiencing persistent bad breath, it’s time to contact us. In most cases of persistent bad breath (halitosis), the smell comes from a buildup of bacteria within the mouth. The excess bacteria if often found in food debris left in the mouth, plaque, pockets between the gums and teeth in gum disease, or in a coating on the back of the tongue. Some other causes of bad breath include:
- Food and beverages with bad smells
- Tartar and calculus buildup in the mouth
- Dry mouth
- Smoking and alcohol consumption
- Poor hygiene and lack of dental cleanings
- Genetics, medical conditions, and some medications
How can i treat bad breath?
- Come see Dr. Singal at Charming Smile Dental Jersey City. It’s important to find out where the odor is coming from and whether or not it’s due to a medical condition or a dental problem. Since bacteria can live in the deep pockets below the gum line, we can make sure you’re brushing and flossing properly.
- Brush. It’s a no-brainer, but brushing after meals or at least twice a day will keep bad breath at bay. It’s also important to be methodical about brushing and make sure you’re getting all of the surfaces of your teeth and gums.
- Floss. An ultrasonic toothbrushes is a good choice, but the best way to get below the gum line and in-between teeth is to floss right after you brush, every time.Approximately 40% of your tooth surface exists between your teeth. So not flossing is like not cleaning half your mouth! This leaves plenty of food for the bacteria to eat, leaving you with some really stinky breath!
- Drink up. If you’re not drinking enough water, your salivary flow decreases, which can cause breath to be more concentrated. Always carry water with you and be sure to drink throughout the day.
- Use Mouthwash. Mouthwash helps to kill harmful bacteria that our toothbrush or floss could not get to. Look for a mouthwash with essential oils like menthol and eucalyptus which further reduced problem-causing bacteria and smells.
- Use a tongue scraper. Brushing your tongue only gets to the surface, but a tongue scraper used every time you brush is much more effective.
- Bite into an apple. Fiber-rich fruits and vegetables that require a lot of chewing help to clean out the teeth and the vitamin C will kill bacteria.
- Chew gum. Chewing sugarless gum throughout the day can help to clean out food particles in the teeth and keep the mouth moist.
- Drink tea. Swap out your afternoon coffee for a cup of green or black tea instead. Both contain polyphenols, which prevent the growth of bacteria.
- Take probiotics. A probiotic supplement may help to cut down on candida yeast that lives on the surface of the tongue.
- Give up smoking. It’s no secret that smoking causes all kinds of issues where your oral health is concerned. If you are in need of new ways to give up smoking, you might want to do some research into how you can use vaping as a stop smoking aid. Vaping involves using a vaping device to inhale vapours from an e-liquid. Brands such as Air Factory offer a variety of different flavours and strengths of e-liquid to help make your transition easier.
Contact us today to find out how we can help you overcome bad breath!
The American Dental Association recommends healthy patients visit their dentists twice a year. This frequency will ensure there are no underlying oral health issues invading your mouth. Depending on your oral care needs, you may need to Schedule Dental Appointments more regularly. Dr. Singal can develop an individual treatment plan for you.
While most people seek attention for crooked teeth because they are unhappy with their appearance, most people do not realize that having crooked teeth and not seeking treatment increases the possibility of developing gum disease.
Addressing crooked teeth may prevent various dental and medical concerns such as:
- abnormal and premature tooth wear;
- jaw problems, headaches, shoulder and neck pain;
- increased risk of tooth decay and gum disease;
- poor self-esteem due to appearance.
Even the loss of one tooth due to decay or gum disease can cause instability in the rest of the teeth. Early prevention of decay and replacing missing teeth is important for the health of your other teeth.
At Charming Smile Dental Jersey City, we have an increased range of therapeutic options available that can straighten your teeth and give you many reasons to smile.
Invisalign invisible braces in Jersey City will give you strong, healthy and straight teeth without the need for unsightly and uncomfortable metal braces.
You can enjoy all the benefits of braces without having to sacrifice your smile or compromise on what you like to eat. They are removable, replaceable, comfortable and custom made to fit your teeth. Adults love Invisalign as they can improve a crowded or crooked smile without anyone noticing that they’re wearing braces. If you are looking for Invisalign treatment in Jersey City, contact Charming Smile Dental Jersey City.
Let us help you achieve a smile that will last for a lifetime. Contact Charming Smile Dental Jersey City today!
Your smile is one of the first things that other people notice. A missing tooth or teeth or spaces between your teeth can cause you embarrassment and erode your self-confidence. A smile makes a person beautiful. A healthy smile, be that with your natural teeth or with Dental implantes, makes you feel even more beautiful and attractive, inside and out. It boosts your self esteem and enables you to express your feelings in a delightful manner. What if time comes when you hesitate to flash your smile because you are not confident enough? If your smile no longer lives up to your personal expectations, Jersey City Dentist gives you various options to restore and rejuvinate your priceless smile. We offer several dental treatments that not only gives you back your once alluring smile but enhances your overall facial appearance with simply perfect teeth often after just a few appointments. If you require dental implants to solve the problem of missing teeth, Andrew M. Satlin in Los Angeles may be able to help.
Don’t allow a missing tooth to be the cause of further dental problems. A single missing tooth can effect of the rest of the teeth in your mouth. The adjacent teeth can drift into the vacant space, causing them to appear crooked and making you susceptible to plaque build-up, food deposits, and gum disease.
Some of the most common ways we replace missing tooth or teeth is by:
- Dental implants
- Dental bridges
- Partial Dentures
We have both permanent solutions and some temporary if you need something quickly. Either way, we will have you smiling in no time.
Contact us to learn more about replacing missing teeth in Jersey City!
You can call our office to schedule a dental appointment at (201) 425-8600. You can also visit our Schedule an Appointment form to choose your desired appointment date online.
