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Jackson Ave Dental Blog
Our dentists in Long Island City have created this resource on how to take care of your teeth just for our patients. Perhaps it answers your question about one of our dental services?
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Co-cure To Increase Composite Bond Strength
According to Dr John Kanca DDS, if you co-cure the adhesive with the flowable composite or packable composite, it will result in...
David Chen, DDS
Jun 26, 20242 min read
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Dental Filling Falling Out: Causes
If your dental filling falls out, it means that there is something wrong with it but it could be caused by a variety of conditions....
David Chen, DDS
Jun 17, 20243 min read
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Dental Filling Fell Out: Options on What To Do
If your dental filling falls out, you've two options: see your dentist for a new replacement or use a temporary filling if you can't get...
David Chen, DDS
Jun 14, 20243 min read
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What Enamel Erosion Looks Like
Teeth with enamel erosion look more yellow due to the loss of the enamel layer, thus revealing the yellower dentin layer underneath. This...
David Chen, DDS
Jun 6, 20242 min read
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Can Smoking Weed Cause Cavities?
Smoking weed makes you more prone to getting cavities because it dries out your mouth and also encourages decay causing lifestyle habits....
David Chen, DDS
May 8, 20243 min read
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Every Stage of Tooth Decay With Pictures
Got a cavity and wondering which stage of tooth decay you're in? But the problem is you don't know what it looks like. Worry not because...
David Chen, DDS
Mar 14, 202413 min read
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Prefabricated Post And Core: Things To Know
A prefab post and core is a restorative dental procedure which uses a prefabricated post with core build up material to replace lost...
David Chen, DDS
Jan 10, 20245 min read
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Root Canal Tooth Broke Off At Gum Line: Treatment Options
A root canal tooth that broke off at the gum line often requires an extraction because it has a poor restorative prognosis. Afterwards,...
David Chen, DDS
Jan 8, 20245 min read
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Cast Post And Core Dental Procedure: Things To Know
A cast post and core is a dental procedure that is meant to restore damaged tooth structure after a root canal so that a crown can be...
David Chen, DDS
Jan 4, 20246 min read
1,180 views
Crown With Post: Things To Know
A crown with post is a restorative dental procedure which combines a crown with a post and core to restore root canal treated teeth. They...
David Chen, DDS
Dec 24, 20236 min read
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No Back Teeth, What Are My Options For Replacement?
If you're missing your back teeth, the only options for replacing them would be implants or removable partial dentures (RPD). Both...
David Chen, DDS
Dec 18, 20234 min read
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Is Second Molar Replacement Absolutely Necessary?
We often get asked, "Do I need to replace my second molar?" so today we're going to help you decide whether or not it is worth it. There...
David Chen, DDS
Dec 13, 20234 min read
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Feeling Sick After Dental Filling: Causes & Management
Albeit rare, it is possible to feel sick after a dental filling and the cause is due to a combination of stress and injection of a local...
David Chen, DDS
Nov 13, 20234 min read
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Tooth Decay (Cavities): Things To Know
This is your complete guide to tooth decay (cavities) which encompasses everything that you need to know about it and what to do if you...
David Chen, DDS
Nov 13, 20238 min read
1,083 views
Can You Kiss After a Dental Filling?
You are able to kiss your significant other after a dental filling but we recommend a simple kiss such as a peck on the lips or on the...
David Chen, DDS
Nov 12, 20233 min read
2,688 views
Dental Fillings (Cavity Filling): Things To Know
Dental fillings are one option for restoring a tooth to it's normal form and function after having the decay removed. The cavity...
David Chen, DDS
Nov 10, 202310 min read
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1 surface filling vs 2 surface filling: Differences
Tooth decay can affect any of the 5 surfaces of a tooth and a cavity filling is required to restore and repair the damaged enamel. Since...
David Chen, DDS
Nov 10, 20234 min read
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Part Of Decayed Tooth Fell Out: Causes & Next Step
If a part of your decayed tooth fell out, it means that you've late stage tooth decay and it is no longer manageable at home. In other...
David Chen, DDS
Oct 26, 20234 min read
11,527 views
Drinking Alcohol After a Cavity Filling
Drinking alcohol immediately after a dental filling will not adversely affect your new restoration but you should wait at least 3-4 hours...
David Chen, DDS
Oct 16, 20234 min read
24,567 views
What Are Gates Glidden Drills Used For?
A gates glidden drill is a stainless steel instrument that is used in endodontics and restorative dentistry. It is often called a gates...
David Chen, DDS
Oct 16, 20236 min read
1,702 views
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