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More than half of Americans feel insecure about their teeth
A new study revealed that 57 percent of Americans cover their mouths when they laugh due to insecurity over their teeth. Click here to read the full article!
Dental Diligence
Dr. Timothy Chase, NY cosmetic dentist, delivers a detailed overview of modern dentistry, oral health, and good home practices we can all benefit from. Click here to listen to the podcast.
8 Foods That Are Proven to Naturally Whiten Your Teeth
If you're curious about how to whiten teeth naturally, here are eight dentist-approved picks to add to your menu. Our NYC Cosmetic Dentist provides some meals to add to your menu, click here to read the full article!
You might want to reconsider that charcoal toothpaste you've had your eye on
Activated charcoal found its way into products like pre-brush powders and toothpastes with claims that it acts similarly when used on teeth. Our NYC Cosmetic Dentist will discuss the dangers of Charcoal toothpaste, click here to read the full article!
Is Charcoal Toothpaste Safe?
If you listen to bloggers and other influencers on the internet, they’ll tell you that activated charcoal is said to be a good natural alternative to peroxide for whitening the teeth. Our NYC Cosmetic Dentist will discuss the good and bad associated with Charcoal toothpaste, click here to read the full article!
Do Straws Protect Your Teeth?
Dentists once believed that this reduction of contact between staining liquids and your teeth would stop teeth going yellow. But nowadays, the position is different. Our NYC Cosmetic Dentist will discuss the myths and facts about drinking with a straw, click here to read the full article!
Everything you need to know about activated charcoal
Brushing your teeth with activated charcoal is certainly trendy, but it might not be as effective as you think. Our NYC Cosmetic Dentist will discuss the positives and negatives of brushing with activated charcoal, click here to read the full article!
What Are The Benefits of a Waterpik?
You know you should be flossing, but sometimes it can be really hard to motivate yourself to do it. Our NYC Cosmetic Dentist will answer the most frequently asked questions about water flossing, including whether it removes plaque, if it can be done while you’re wearing braces, and if it hurts like regular floss, click here to read the full article!
Do you really need to floss? Dentists weigh in once and for all.
Alongside washing your face before bed and eating your daily greens, flossing twice a day is one of those pieces of health advice that you know you’re supposed to be following to a tee. In reality, though? It’s not always happening. Our NYC Cosmetic Dentist shares with wellandgood.com the definitive answer on flossing etiquette, click here to read the full article!
The Best Toothpaste for Removing Stains, Fixing Your Breath, and Not Getting Gingivitis
For something as straightforward as oral hygiene, it’s difficult to find a toothpaste that suits your specific needs. From gum care to whitening to fresh breath, GQ’s Best Stuff rounded up the top pastes in each arena. Our NYC Cosmetic Dentist shares with GQ.com the best toothpaste for various situations, click here to read the full article!
How To Get Whiter Teeth for Your Wedding Day
Aside from the actual ceremony, one of the biggest concerns for brides and grooms is often making sure they look their best on their wedding day. To make it perfect for your pictures, you may want to consider getting your teeth whitened prior to the ceremony. Our NYC Cosmetic Dentist shares with insideweddings.com the tips on how to have and maintain a whiter and healthier smile, click here to read the full article!
What Is Tooth Plaque Made Of & Why Is It Bad?
What is that stuff between your teeth, and why does it have to be flossed out in the first place?. Our NYC Cosmetic Dentist shares with refinery29.com the details on Plaque, click here to read the full article!
Is Your Toothbrush Making You Sick? Airtight Containers Aren't the Solution
Your toothbrush can harbor millions of germs picked up from your mouth, the air, and bathroom surfaces. Most cleaning methods can actually compromise or damage the toothbrush and usually aren’t necessary if you store it correctly.Our NYC Cosmetic Dentist shares with Zwivel.com the best tips to keep your toothbrush clean, click here to read the full article!
8 Teeth-Whitening Foods To Eat For A Sexy Smile (Says Science)
Maintaining great oral health is about more than just brushing and flossing daily; it is also important to incorporate a healthy diet as well. Your mouth is a cesspool for bacteria fluctuating between an acidic and alkalizing environment depending on the food that you eat.
Best and Worst Halloween Candies For Your Child's Teeth
When it comes to Halloween, not all treats are created equal- certain candies can be completely detrimental to your smile while others are less of a threat. According to Timothy Chase, D.M.D., a practicing partner in SmilesNY, a leading cosmetic dentistry practice in New York City, shares the worst and best Halloween candies to eat.
NY Cosmetic Dentist: Red Carpet Smiles
Whose smile lights up the room, or the red carpet? Who could use some veneers, and which smile is just right? Our NY Cosmetic Dentist, Dr. Timothy Chase, shares with OK! Magazine the best and worst of the red carpet grins. Click here to read the full article.
NY Cosmetic Dentist: Caring For Your Smile
When do you brush? Is it right after you eat? How about gargling, do you reach for the mouthwash to refresh your breath? Although gargling may seem like a great way to freshen up after eating, you may be doing more harm than help! Our NYC Cosmetic Dentist shares with TotalBeauty.com the best times to floss and gargle, click here to read the full article!
NY Cosmetic Dentist Reveals 7 Warning Signs Your Lips are Giving You
See any discoloration or swelling around the lips? They could be tipping you off to some health issues. Find out what to look for from NYC's own cosmetic dentist, Dr. Timothy Chase. Click here to read the full article and find out if your lips are telling you something!
3 Things to Avoid After Whitening Your Teeth by an NY Cosmetic Dentist
Whether professional or by DIY method, how you take care of your teeth after is just as important. Dr. Timothy Chase takes you through three tips to make sure that smile stays bright. Click here to read the full article and find out what you need to avoid!
NY Cosmetic Dentist: 10 Things You Probably Didn't Know About Your Teeth
Did you know that the enamel on your teeth is stronger than your bones? Dr. Timothy Chase and other dentists reveal interesting things you might not know about your teeth. Click here to read the full article and learn more about your teeth!
NY Cosmetic Dentist: Diet Your Way To Whiter Teeth Naturally: How To Get Rid of & Avoid Stains
Diet can often be the deciding factor for those pearly whites you dream about. See what foods Dr. Timothy Chase recommends for whiter teeth. Click here to read the full article!
Smile For The Pictures- Dr. Timothy Chase, DMD at SMILESNY
Dr. Timothy Chase takes you through world of cosmetic dentistry, and how it can give you new found confidence next time you take a selfie! Click here to read the full article and about the perfect smile!
Easy Ways to Stop Bad Breath from Ruining Your Night
Finally! The secrets to keeping your night free from a bad breath disaster! Given by none other than Dr. Timothy Chase of SmilesNY! Click here to read the full article and learn more about bad breath!
Teeth Whitening NY: Take Years off Your Smile
Does your smile show its age? Help regain the youth of your smile by using Zoom! Teeth Whitening. With the ability to make your teeth an average of eight shades whiter per treatment, teeth whitening in NYC will instantly take years off your smile. NYC Cosmetic Dentist, Dr. Timothy Chase, and SheKnows.com offer more helpful tips to revitalize your appearance! Click here to find out how you can take years off your appearance.
Teeth Whitening NYC: Diet tips for a Radiant Smile
Do you diet for your smile? According to NYC Cosmetic dentist, Dr. Timothy Chase, “Not only does a healthy smile make you look and feel better, but, dental health issues have been linked to systemic problems like heart and kidney issues and low birth weight in babies.” Brushing and flossing may not be enough to keep your smile radiant, eating the right foods and avoiding the wrong ones can help improve your smile! Dr. Chase & PrestigeDuMonde.com give tips on the best foods to whiten your teeth. Click here to read the full article!
NYC Cosmetic Dentist: Increase Your Smile's Sparkle!
Did you know drinking water can help increase your smile's sparkle? You may be missing some simple tips to help improve your smile's appearance. Taking care of your smile not only improves the luster, but also your overall health! NYC Cosmetic Dentist, Dr. Timothy Chase, shares 10 tips with LadyLUX.com on practical ways to improve and care for your smile! Click here to read the full article!
NYC Cosmetic Dentist: Treating Teeth Grinding
Do you wake up with jaw pain, headaches, or chipped enamel on your teeth? You may be experiencing bruxism, also known as teeth grinding, a condition suffered by men, women, and children of all ages. Although bruxism cannot be cured, it can be treated to minimize discomfort and damage to your teeth and jaw. Dr. Timothy Chase discusses the symptoms and treatments for bruxism with Everyday Health magazine. Click here to read the full article!
Cosmetic Dentist NY: Dental Work With No Impressions!
Dental impressions in New York have never been so easy thanks to the new 3Shape's TRIOS® digital impressionless scanning system! Cosmetic Dentist in New York City, Dr. Steven Roth, talks to Worldental.org about the revolutionary impressionless system that skips the goop and gagging of traditional dental impressions and instead, uses digital technology to capture 3,000 images of the mouth per second. Additionally, the 3Shape's TRIOS® offers patients a faster office visit and less waiting for their permanent dental restorations. Click here and learn more about how the 3Shape's Trios works and what our expert cosmetic dentist in NYC has to say about it!
Cosmetic Dentist NY: Detecting Oral Cancer
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month! To help spread awareness, our cosmetic dentist in NYC, Dr. Steven Roth, is urging patients to schedule and stay consistent with regular dental check-ups. Recently featured on WorlDental.org, Dr. Roth shares how a routine dental check-up can reveal unusual signs of oral cancer, not visible to the human eye. Check out the full feature article and learn more about the importance of routine dental checkups.
NY Cosmetic Dentist: Top Dental Myths Debunked!
NY Cosmetic Dentist, Dr. Timothy Chase, separates fact from fiction in Inspiyr's feature article, "Top Dental Myths De-Bunked!"? Read about the proper way to care for your pearly whites and avoid some of the top dental myths and mistakes! Click here, and learn what you should do to keep a healthy, beautiful smile!
Cosmetic Dentist New York: Scare Off Tooth Decay
Don’t be stuck with “Zombie Mouth” after Halloween! Sticky treats such as caramel, taffy, and gum taste delightful to taste buds, but teeth frighten of these cavity filled pleasures. Recently featured in USA Today, cosmetic dentist in New York, Dr. Timothy Chase explains some of the scariest treats your mouth fears. According to Dr. Chase, damage to teeth can continue for several weeks following the candy-filled holiday. As kids snack on their favorite sticky treats, the pH balance in the mouth changes, leading to the decay of tooth enamel. Check out the full feature, and see what candies are best to enjoy.
Oral hygiene new york: candy without the cavities
Children look forward to becoming ghouls and ghosts, princesses and fairies, and vampires and superheroes this Halloween, but in addition to the costumes and excitement of the night, most children also look forward to the one thing that parents and dentists dread: candy. The sweet treats your child eats this Halloween put their teeth at risk for developing cavities, but some candy is worse for your oral hygiene than others. In a featured Everyday Health article titled, “Five Halloween Treats that Scare Your Dentist,” Dr. Timothy Chase of SmilesNY lists his top 5 scary Halloween candies to avoid. Children should rinse their mouths after eating and wait 30 minutes before brushing, so the mouth’s pH can return to normal. Learn more tips to avoid cavities this Halloween while still enjoying your trick or treats!
Invisalign® Nyc: smile with confidence
Aligning those pearly whites not only makes your teeth easier to clean and aesthetically beautiful, but they can also be a huge confidence boost. In a featured Daily Beauty article titled, “Kirsten Dunst's Smile Makeover: From Crooked to Confident,” Dr. Chase of SmilesNY discusses the merits of orthodontic treatments such as Invisalign® in NY. One of the first features others notice about you is the smile. With advances in cosmetic dentistry, achieving a brilliant first impression can be subtle and convenient. Invisalign® can align crooked teeth without the hardware! Learn more about Kirsten Dunst's smile makeover by reading the full Daily Beauty article. Click on the magazine!
8 Tools For a Better Smile: Oral Hygiene NYC
Simple tweaks to your everyday routine can improve the health and appearance of your teeth. Dr. Chase of SmilesNY lets us in on eight helpful tools for better oral hygiene in New York City. In an article by Everyday Health, Dr. Chase comments on the type of toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, whiteners, mouthwash, and other oral health in NY tools that can best whiten and clean your teeth. Soft-bristled toothbrushes, for example, should always be used, and for people who brush too harshly, electric toothbrushes are a helpful investment. Also, waxed floss can better wedge between teeth which are crowded and tightly packed. Choosing between the many options of dental care products can be confusing, but Dr. Chase and the staff at SmilesNY are always available for consultation.
Bad Teeth NYC: #1 Dating Turn-Off:
Dr. Steven Roth of SmilesNY, a leading cosmetic and implant dental practice in New York City, has a solution for the #1 turn-off in dating, according to CosmaLite's dating survey. When bad breath, yellow, crooked, or missing teeth, and unattractive teeth are rated as bigger turn-offs while dating than body odor, lack of personality, and an unkempt appearance, having an excellent dentist is more important than ever. At SmilesNY, Dr. Roth offers Cosmalite in NY as a temporary solution to an enhanced smile in only 48 hours. Cosmalite is quick, affordable, virtually pain free, and an excellent way to decide whether a more permanent solution is right for you. Learn more about Cosmalite in NYC by reading more!
Are True Blood Vamps' Fangs on the Wrong Teeth?
Dr. Timothy Chase of SmilesNY comments on the long talked over phenomenon of why the creators of True Blood chose to elongate the vampires’ laterals instead of their bicuspids. Pop culture has a history of playing loose with the anatomy of vampire fang placement, and elongating the laterals does make them more prominent. Perhaps lateral fangs aren't the classic placement, but it certainly makes True Blood vampires appear fiercer!
7 EasY Steps to a More Beautiful Smile
Dr. Timothy Chase provides Fit and Fab Living with seven easy ways to improve the health and appearance of your smile. Diet and whitening techniques in NYC can help significantly. A healthy, white smile can take ten years off of your appearance! Combining professional treatments and at-home care is the best method of improving and maintaining your white smile in NYC. Learn more healthy teeth tips from Dr. Chase at SmilesNY.
Celebrity dentists share 19 drugstore favorites for a mega-watt smile
Dr. Timothy Chase and other dentists to the stars share their top drugstore picks for getting a mega-watt smile. Dr. Chase shares his advice on white strips, dental floss, and mouthwash. Click here to read this story on Today.com!
7 reasons why you're tired all the time
Dr. Timothy Chase provides Today.com with insight into a common dental issue that may be contributing to your fatigue. Click the link above to read Dr. Chase's take on teeth grinding (bruxism) and how it may affect your day to day life.
Mama June's $10,000 Smile Makeover
Dr. Timothy Chase weighs in with Hollywood Life to discuss TV star Mama June's dramatic makeover and the prevalence of veneers in Hollywood.
Oral Psoriasis: How the Disease Can Affect Your Mouth
Dr. Timothy Chase of SmilesNY speaks with Everyday Health about the condition called Oral Psoriasis and how it can affect not just your mouth, but your overall health. Click the link above to read this story on Everyday Health's website.