Dental Veneers

Dental veneers are thin porcelain shells that are placed over your natural teeth. These veneers allow you to transform your smile by reshaping and recoloring your teeth. Veneers can be used to fix issues like cracked teeth, spaces, misaligned teeth, chipped teeth, or discolored teeth. If you are interested in improving your smile, contact Dr. Joesph S. Dallessandro, D.D.S., located in New York, NY. Dr. Joseph S. Dallessandro, D.D.S. and Dr. Jiah Choi, D.D.S. are happy to help with any and all cosmetic dentistry.

 

Dental veneers take two to three appointments to complete. At your first appointment, you will meet with either Dr. Dallessandro or Dr. Choi to discuss your cosmetic goals. It is often recommended that you do some research before your appointment to get a better understanding of what you want your smile to look like. There are two major choices to be made in terms of your veneers: shape and color. For shape, both rounded and square are available. Many patients believe that rounded veneers are for women, while square veneers are for men. This is not at all true, and both shapes are available regardless of gender. For color, shades range from natural to Hollywood levels of brightness.

 

Once the decisions on the appearance have been made, the next part of the process begins. We will first clean your teeth in preparation for the veneers. The next step is to take an impression or mold of your teeth. This impression will be sent to a dental laboratory to create your custom veneers. This process takes between 10-14 days. In the meantime, you will be given temporary veneers to wear. At your final appointment, we will bond the permanent veneers to your teeth.

 

Dr. Joseph S. Dallessandro, D.D.S. is located in New York, NY. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Joseph S. Dallessandro, D.D.S. or Dr. Jiah Choi, D.D.S., visit our website or call 212-988-1089.

 

Teeth Whitening

At Dr. Joseph S. Dallessandro, D.D.S., located in New York, NY., our staff is dedicated to helping you achieve the smile you deserve. Teeth whitening is an in-office procedure that can whiten your smile for up to a year. It is an affordable and painless process. If you want to achieve the appearance you’ve always hoped for, schedule an appointment with Dr. Joseph S. Dallessadnro, D.D.S. or Dr. Jiah Choi, D.D.S.

 

There is a multitude of reasons that can cause teeth discoloration. What you eat is a major factor. Foods high in tannic acid, like grapes and tea, are common culprits. Coffee and cigarettes are another, with improper dental maintenance as well. Many patients find that cutting back on certain foods, or coffee and cigarettes, improves the whiteness of their smile. For some patients, this is simply not enough. If this is the case, then teeth whitening is the best solution.

 

At our practice, we utilize what is referred to as a tray whitening system. The teeth whitening takes two appointments to complete. At your first appointment, Dr. Dallessandro or Dr. Choi will walk you through the process. Together, you can pick a plan that works best for you. From there, an impression of your teeth will be made. This impression will be used to create your custom whitening trays. At your second appointment, the whitening trays will be fitted to make sure they are comfortable. If there aren’t any problems, you’ll receive the whitening trays to take home with you. Depending on the decided whitening plan, you will either insert the whitening gel into the tray and wear it twice a day or wear it overnight. This will continue for a few weeks to up to a month. Afterward, you will experience a smile that is 4-8 shades whiter!

 

To learn more about teeth whitening, or to learn if you would be an eligible candidate, contact Dr. Joseph S. Dallessandro, D.D.S. today. Our office is located in New York, NY. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Joseph S. Dallessandro, D.D.S., or Dr. Jiah Choi, D.D.S., visit our website or call 212-988-1089.

 

Mouth Guards

If you’ve ever played sports or watched any on TV, you may have noticed that athletes are often seen with see-through coverings on their teeth. These clear coverings are called mouth guards. Mouth guards are worn by athletes of all ages to protect your teeth from harm. At Dr. Joseph S. Dallessandro, D.D.S., located in New York, NY., Dr. Joseph S. Dallessandro, D.D.S. and Dr. Jiah Choi, D.D.S. offer mouth guards to our interested patients.

 

Mouth guards are an essential piece of equipment in contact sports. They can be worn for football, hockey, lacrosse, wrestling, basketball, baseball/softball, and soccer. Any other physical contact sports can use them as well. Wearing a mouth guard can help prevent structural damage to your teeth and jaw. It can also help prevent lacerations or bites to your cheeks, tongue, and lips. They’ve also been shown to decrease the risk of concussions.

 

Mouth guards can be purchased over-the-counter at most sporting goods stores, but are not recommended by dental professionals. These mouth guards are ill-fitting and uncomfortable, and only offer a very basic level of protection. Your teeth and mouth are a necessary part of your body. It is worth the cost of getting a professionally made mouthguard to protect your teeth from any lasting damage.

 

At your mouth guard appointment with Dr. Dallessandro or Dr. Choi, a custom mouthguard is created for the optimal protection of your mouth. Thin plastic is molded and then hardened to protect your teeth. The thinness of the mouth guard allows for easy breathing and communication.

 

Dr. Joseph S. Dallessandro, D.D.S. is located in New York, NY. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Joseph S. Dallessandro, D.D.S. or Dr. Jiah Choi, D.D.S. visit our website or call 212-988-1089.

 

Bone Grafts

Bone grafting is where the jawbone is modified to receive a dental implant or restorative device. It can repair implant sites compromised due to previous extractions, structural damage, gum disease, and injuries. At Dr. Joseph S. Dallessandro, D.D.S., located in New York, NY., Dr. Joseph S. Dallessandro, D.D.S. and Dr. Jiah Choi, D.D.S. are available by appointment.

 

When a tooth is missing from the dental arch, the jawbone associated with this tooth will begin to disintegrate. If this happens, the bone is left in very poor condition. It will not be strong enough or large enough for dental implants. At your appointment, Dr. Dallessandro or Dr. Choi will take an x-ray of your jaw bone. This will allow us to see how much bone is actually available. Depending on your results, a bone graft will be needed. The bone will be acquired from a tissue bank, where the necessary size and width is determined. From there, we will be able to guarantee the functionality and appearance of the graft.

 

At the procedure, you will be put under general anesthesia. An incision along the jawbone will open up the area for placement. The bone will be put into place and held using: pins, plates, screws, wires, and/or cables. Afterward, the incision will be stitched and bandaged. Recovery depends on various factors, including the size of the graft and health of the patient. Typical recovery can range from two weeks to a year. Make sure to follow any and all post-operative instructions given to you by our staff. Avoid vigorous activity while your body is healing.

 

If you are in need of a bone graft or oral surgery, contact Dr. Joseph S. Dallessandro, D.D.S., located in New York, NY. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Josehp S. Dallessandro, D.D.S. or Dr. Jiah Choi, D.D.S., visit our website or call 212-988-1089.

 

Lumineers for a Smile Makeover

Dr. Joseph S. Dallessandro is always being asked by patients about the latest cosmetic solutions available.  There are several methods for whitening or straightening teeth, but lumineers are the best way to give your smile a complete cosmetic makeover without undergoing a procedure.

Lumineers are thin shells made of high quality porcelain that bond directly to the surface of your teeth and look like your natural smile.  To outfit a patient with a full set of lumineers, we begin with taking an impression.  This impression will be used to ensure a perfect fit for your new smile.  Some patients won’t require preparation of the teeth, but depending on your individual case your dentist may want to contour or shave teeth in select places.  This is only done when your dentist sees an area they determine could be a problem to fit the shells on.   A new set of lumineers is fabricated outside the office, and on a final visit they are bonded directly to the surface of your teeth to wear forever!

If you’re ready to makeover your smile or have questions about lumineers, please give us a call!  To learn about all the services we provide at our practice, visit www.josephdallessandro.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Joseph S Dallessandro in our New York, NY office, call 212-988-1089.

What is TMD?

The temporomandibular joint is a hinge that connects your jaw bone (mandible) to the temporal bones in your skull, in front of each ear.  A general term for any problem or issue with this joint is temporomandibular disorder, or TMD.  Dr. Joseph S. Dallessandro can help his patients prevent and recover from negative effects of TMD.

Patients that grind or clench their teeth often end up with a sore jaw.  Other patients experience injuries with facial trauma that cause jaw pain, or result in the patient feeling their jaw gets stuck or ‘locks’ in either an open or closed position.  A custom night guard keeps the jaw in a neutral position during sleep, and this helps many patients find relief from TMD symptoms.  For any pain, your dentist may recommend an over-the-counter painkiller or warm and cold compresses.  To prevent further discomfort, you may be assigned stretches for your jaw. 

Whatever your symptoms, you don’t have to suffer with discomfort in your jaw.  To learn more about TMD and the services we provide at the practice, visit www.josephdallessandro.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Joseph S Dallessandro in our New York, NY office, call 212-988-1089.

Teeth Whitening

Dr. Joseph S. Dallessandro knows that his patients always want to present their brightest and whitest smile.  Many ask the doctor and his staff about over the counter products, and have tried them with underwhelming results.  Instead of winging it with retail products, come see us for a consultation and get your own custom whitening system!

During a consultation, your dentist will examine the level of staining on your teeth and be able to tell you what kind of results you can expect from the whitening system. To whiten your teeth at home, you will be fit with custom whitening trays made from molds of your teeth.  For a treatment, apply the whitening gel directly onto the trays and fit them over your teeth.  Your dentist will advise how often you should treat at home and how long each treatment can last.  Following dentist’s instructions, patients have seen this system whiten their smiles 4-8 shades!

To learn more about teeth whitening and all the services we provide at the practice, visit www.josephdallessandro.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Joseph S Dallessandro in our New York, NY office, call 212-988-1089.

The Importance of Regular Cleanings

It is recommended by the Academy of General Dentistry to have a dentist or hygienist perform a dental cleaning every six months.  Dr. Joseph S. Dallessandro encourages all his patients to maintain a great oral health routine at home, but it is still important to come into the office for regular professional cleanings.  However much you brush and floss, some harmful bacteria grow in your mouth that cause gum disease and can only be removed by a dental professional.

It’s important to see a professional regularly to locate and monitor areas in the mouth that may need special attention, and a dentist can tell you if you may be missing a spot or skipping an important step in your regular oral care routine.  During a teeth cleaning, a hygienist thoroughly clean the area above and below the gum line with scaling tools to rid them of plaque and tartar. After the surfaces of the teeth are cleaned, the hygienist flosses between every one of your teeth and may apply fluoride if recommended by the dentist.

To learn more about teeth cleanings and all the services we provide at the practice, visit www.josephdallessandro.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Joseph S Dallessandro in our New York, NY office, call 212-988-1089.

Bone Grafting for Dental Implants

A bone graft is the term for harvesting bone material from a healthy location and grafting it to a location that is broken or weakened. Dr. Joseph S. Dallessandro uses this method to strengthen jaw bones in preparation for dental implants.

Missing a tooth for an extended period of time can leave the jaw bone vulnerable and compromise its structure.  When a patient needs an implant for a permanent replacement tooth, a bone graft reinforces the jaw bone so it is strong enough to handle the placement of an implant. 

In one procedure, bone material is harvested from a healthy location in the patient’s mouth and grafted to the compromised area of the jaw bone.  This strengthens the weakened bone, and encourages growth of new bone material as it heals.  After the procedure, the bone graft will be monitored over the course of months.  When the jaw bone has strengthened enough to handle the placement of an implant, our doctors can move forward with the patient’s plan of care.

To learn more about bone grafting and all the services we provide at the practice, visit www.josephdallessandro.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Joseph S Dallessandro in our New York, NY office, call 212-988-1089.

Crown Lengthening

Crown lengthening is the term for removing excess gum tissue from the surfaces of teeth.  Dr. Joseph S. Dallessandro removes gum tissue from patient’s mouths for aesthetics and for function.  At our office we see many patients unhappy with their smiles, and even patients without any damage to their teeth feel like their gums keep them from enjoying their ideal smile.  When gum tissue is removed for function it is typically for making room to affix a restoration, like a crown, to a tooth.

Whether a crown lengthening procedure is done for function or aesthetics, it is a simple in-office procedure. Local anesthetic is used while your dentist removes excess gum tissue with either a scalpel or laser tools.  If tissue is being removed for a restoration to fit you may only require tissue to be removed from a couple of teeth.  Some people have more gum tissue than others and it results in a gummy smile, which can be corrected throughout the entire mouth.  The result is a visually pleasing ratio of teeth to gums that creates an even smile! 

To learn more about crown lengthening and all the services we offer at the practice, visit www.josephdallessandro.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Joseph S Dallessandro in our New York, NY office, call 212-988-1089.

Crowns Restore Smiles

The dental practice of Dr. Joseph S. Dallessandro restores many patient smiles with the safe and non-invasive procedure of installing a crown.  Crowns can restore a tooth with chips or a significant amount of decay before it reaches the point of needing to be extracted or replaced with an implant.  A patient can have a new crown within two visits.

To fit a patient with a custom crown, the process begins with the dentist removing any decay from the damaged tooth.  To prepare the tooth for a crown to fit directly over it, the dentist may need to contour the tooth that remains.  When the tooth has been prepared, an impression of the mouth is taken and sent to a dental laboratory for the custom product to be fabricated.  Once the custom crown is made, it is cemented into place by the dentist at a second appointment.  Our high quality crowns are durable and should last from 10 to 15 years, but can be replaced if needed.

To learn more about dental crowns and all the services we provide at the practice, visit www.josephdallessandro.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Joseph S Dallessandro in our New York, NY office, call 212-988-1089.

We Love to Hear From You!

At the dental practice of Dr. Joseph S Dallessandro, our staff appreciates feedback from our patients because it teaches us how to improve as a team. Our team would not only like to thank Judith E. for this five-star review, but we would like to thank her for being a dedicated patient. If you recently experienced exceptional service from our office, please let us know!  

“First impression. My 1st visit to Dr. Dallessandro exceeded my expectations. I had a broken tooth and needed a cleaning. I found the staff very efficient and welcoming and Dr. Dallessandro himself so easy to talk with and doing what he could to save my tooth and to find time in a very full schedule to follow up. It had been a while and the cleaning had to be a challenge but that too was handled well.” — Judith E.   (Patient since 2017)

If you would like to leave a review or are interested in learning about the services we provide at the dental practice of Joseph S Dallessandro, visit www.josephdallessandro.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Joseph S Dallessandro in our New York, NY office, call 212-988-1089.

Cosmetic Periodontal Surgery

Dr. Joseph S. Dallessandro and his staff see patients who are unhappy with their smiles for a variety of reasons.  The total look of your smile includes the gums, and even when a patient’s teeth are healthy they may feel their gums keep them from a perfect smile.  Cosmetic periodontal surgery is a way to reshape gums and achieve the look patients desire.

Cosmetic periodontal surgery is a technical way of saying sculpting the gum line.  The procedure can include removing gum tissue, grafting gum tissue, or both. Patients with excess gum tissue may have a gummy smile, and this can be removed with a scalpel tool or laser to expose more of the tooth.  Lack of gum tissue or gums that have receded can give the look of elongated teeth.  In these cases, gum tissue is harvested from a healthy location in the patient’s mouth and grafted onto the area lacking tissue.  With cosmetic periodontal surgery, we can help anyone achieve their ideal smile!

To learn more about cosmetic periodontal surgery and all the services we provide at the practice, visit www.josephdallessandro.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Joseph S Dallessandro in our New York, NY office, call 212-988-1089.