In a perfect world, each of your priceless teeth would stay healthy, strong, and brilliantly white throughout your life. The truth is, however, that most New York men and women will need to restore a tooth at some point. A tooth can be compromised by tooth decay, enamel erosion, a chip or crack, gum disease,…
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Let’s Make A Plan

When you are passionate about reaching a goal, the difference between success and failure often comes down to whether or not you follow a plan. Inconsistent effort is seldom effective. Do you have a goal to improve your smile? Perhaps you have not thought much about your teeth in the past but lately, have observed…
Preventative Maintenance For Your Irreplaceable Smile

Hi, I’m Dr. Robert Matlach of Matlach Dental. If you are one of my patients, welcome back. If this is your first visit, I appreciate you stopping by. My caring team and I love taking care of our valued patients in the Huntington area. Today’s article is for smiles that are overdue for a cleaning…
Affordable Cosmetic Dentistry

Will your New York dental insurance cover cosmetic dental procedures? Many individuals assume their dental insurance won’t cover any procedures obtained solely for cosmetic purposes. This is probably true for tooth bleaching or dental bonding. However, many New York dental insurance plans and supplemental plans cover orthodontia and any treatment required to repair damage from…
Bridging The Gap With Matlach Dental

Hello Huntington smiles! Do you have a missing tooth that is detracting from your otherwise pleasing teeth? Let Matlach Dental fill the gap for you and help you get your remarkable smile back! A dental bridge could be the perfect answer for your missing tooth and help you chew and speak properly. A bridge consists…
Unmasking the Threat of Gum Disease and At-Risk Individuals in New York

Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is a stealthy adversary that can creep into our mouths with little warning. For some individuals, the risk of developing gum disease is significantly higher due to various factors. Matlach Dental, located in Huntington, New York, is dedicated to shedding light on the importance of understanding gum disease…
Want to Fill Those Gaps in Your Smile?

Do you have gaps in your smile? Many U.S. adults are missing one or more teeth. You probably already know that missing teeth detract from an attractive smile. You may be self-conscious about your smile. Do you cover your mouth when you laugh? Perhaps you keep your mouth closed when someone takes a picture of…
Preventing Tooth Decay in Huntington

In New York and around the country, tooth decay is one of the most pervasive childhood dilemmas, yet tooth decay also affects adults. Matlach Dental is here to help our dental patients fight tooth decay. Blame it on Bacteria Bacteria is the cause of tooth decay. Bacteria live in your mouth and commingle with plaque…
Do You Grind Your Teeth While You Sleep?

Here is the Matlach Dental guide to treating teeth grinding. Understand Most teeth grinding will occur while sleeping. Consistent teeth grinding might be suspected with a sore jaw and dull headache in the mornings. Anxiety or stress are not the only reasons grinding may appear. It can also be related to an abnormal bite or…
Improve Your Smile for Yourself (And Those That Look at You)

Not happy with your smile? Have you been asking yourself about reinventing your smile? Do you have a missing tooth that visually bothers you or your spouse or partner? Could your smile be holding you back in business or social pursuits? Are you sick and tired of loose dentures slipping around in your mouth? Whatever…