General dentistry plays a key role in your oral health—which is why it’s so important to see your dentist regularly. Neglecting your oral hygiene or putting off visiting your dentist for cleanings and examinations can allow problems to get worse—and require much more extensive care.
At New York Presbyterian, we recommend visiting your general dentist at least twice a year. We are dedicated to making your visit friendly and comfortable so that you’ll be happy to return
Why Do I Need a General Dentist?
General dentists partner with you to keep your mouth healthy. They diagnose, treat, and prevent oral disease. They identify problems before they become serious and can offer advice and instruction for better oral hygiene. And if you do have a serious problem, a general dentist will refer you to a specialist and work with them to coordinate your care.
What Services Does a General Dentist Provide?
- Professional teeth cleanings. During your visit, your dentist or dental hygienist will use special tools to clean your teeth, removing any buildup of plaque or tartar (a hard, crusty layer of plaque and minerals that can trap stains and discolor your teeth). Your teeth will also be flossed and polished.It’s recommended that you get your teeth professionally cleaned twice a year to maintain healthy oral hygiene.
- Customizing and Creating a Crown/bridge. Your dentist will customize your crown to blend in with your other teeth. If you are missing more than one tooth, your dentist can create an implant-supported bridge to replace the entire section at once. You dentist may also give you a temporary crown, bridge, or denture to allow you to eat and speak normally until the crown is ready.
- Extractions
Why NewYork-Presbyterian for Dentistry
At NewYork-Presbyterian, we offer exceptional dentistry and oral medical care: As our patient, you benefit from our dentists’ years of training and experience. We also provide dental clearance for cardiac procedures, head and neck radiation, and stem cell transplants.
As a scientifically based hospital in partnership with two academic institutions, we are at the forefront of the latest treatments. Our dedication to improving dentistry and oral surgery extends to innovative research programs. We continue developing new techniques and therapies to enhance our patients’ quality of life.