What Is Bruxism?

Sleep bruxism is considered a sleep-related disorder. Individuals who clench or grind their teeth during sleep are more likely to experience other sleep disorders, such as sleep apnea and snoring.

What Is Bruxism?

By Cosmetic Dentists New York City
Last updated on August 29th, 2022
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What is Bruxism?

Do you find yourself waking up with a stiff, sore jaw? Do you experience mild headaches more often than you should? You may be suffering from a condition known as Bruxism, which is excessive clenching and grinding of the teeth. Those who have Bruxism may unknowingly grind their teeth while they are awake or more commonly, during sleep.

Sleep bruxism is considered a sleep-related disorder. Individuals who clench or grind their teeth during sleep are more likely to experience other sleep disorders, such as sleep apnea and snoring.

What are the causes and effects of Bruxism?

The singular cause of Bruxism cannot be pinpointed, however, there are several risk factors that may increase your chance of experiencing Bruxism. These risk factors include:

Age. It is very common for adults to experience Bruxism due to the stressors they may experience from day to day. Children commonly experience Bruxism as well, however, it is known to dissipate as they get older.
Increased stress or anxiety. Stress and anxiety, as well as anger, can lead to teeth grinding.
Hereditary. Bruxism tends to be hereditary; therefore, if your parents or immediate family members suffers with Bruxism, it is not uncommon for you to have Bruxism as well.

Bruxism can affect people in several ways. Some of the damaging effects may be short-term and disappear when Bruxism is treated. Others who go an extended amount of time without being treated may suffer from long-term, possibly permanent effects.

These effects include:

Damage to the teeth, restorations, jaw or crowns.
Limitation of mouth opening.
Severe facial or jaw pain.
Inflamed and receding gums.
Tension-type headaches and earaches.
Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMJ).

Treatment Options

If you or someone you know is experiencing any symptom pointing towards Bruxism, Rockefeller Cosmetic Dentistry can help. Our elite specialists care about your health and overall comfort. We thoroughly evaluate each of our patients in order to provide you with the most effective treatment option. When dealing with Bruxism, the most effective treatment option is a customized mouth guard.

Night guards:

At Rockefeller Cosmetic Dentistry, our professionally made mouth guards are set out to accomplish the following:

Prevent further damage
Protect your teeth
Decrease headaches
Decrease jaw pain
Provide you with a better night’s sleep

Scans and impressions are taken within our office to create your personalized, perfectly fitted mouth guard. Following the impressions, we have our patients come in for a fitting to ensure that the guard fits just right. They are to be worn each night to reduce clenching and grinding of the teeth. From just one night of use, you will experience a better nights sleep and less tension in the jaw.

In addition, we treat a disorder that often gets pushed aside. Sleep Apnea is a sleep disorder in which breathing stops and starts repeatedly. We welcome all patients who snore, wake up feeling groggy, or experience intermittent sleep. We provide full sleep evaluations and offer custom-fitted sleep apnea appliances as a solution to all patients who suffer from this disorder. Our Sleep Apnea appliances effectively treat sleep apnea and provide you with a snore-free, great night’s sleep.

Schedule Your Appointment

Schedule an appointment with our experienced professionals to receive the one-on-one care you deserve! Call (212)581-1091 or schedule an appointment through our website!

Ways To Keep A Knocked Out Tooth Alive

At the moment a tooth is knocked out, its root becomes unattached from the bone. The nerves, blood vessels, and supporting tissues that surround the avulsed tooth are immediately damaged. If proper action is taken, the root of the tooth can reattach itself to the bone once the tooth is put back into place.

Ways To Keep A Knocked Out Tooth Alive

By Cosmetic Dentists New York City
Last updated on September 22nd, 2021
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How to Save a Knocked Out Tooth:

Did you know the technical term for a knocked-out tooth is an “avulsed” tooth? Getting a tooth knocked out can be a very alarming and undesired emergency. When something like this happens, people fail to make the best decision in regards to saving their tooth. At Rockefeller Cosmetic Dentistry, we care about your smile. From experience, we understand that making a wise decision in the heat of the moment is not an easy task. To ensure that you are prepared to act quickly and appropriately in the face of a tooth avulsion, we have provided you with an emergency “Tooth Survival Guide.” Included in this guide is every tip you should be aware of.

Tooth Survival Guide:

At the moment your tooth first gets knocked out, try your best to stay calm! Your first order of business will be to find your tooth and hold it by the crown – avoid touching the root. If the tooth needs to be cleaned, very briefly run the tooth under water to rinse it off. Now, pay attention; this next part is important! Time will pass before you are able to seek medical attention for your avulsed tooth. In the meantime, there are steps you can take towards saving your tooth.

Your options for tooth revival include, but are not limited to the following:

Replant your tooth and bite on a handkerchief to hold it in position
Place tooth in a glass of milk
Place tooth in saline
Place tooth in a suitable storage medium i.e. Hank’s balanced salt solution
Place tooth in a cup of your own saliva, or preferably, wedged in your mouth between your gums and teeth
Place tooth in coconut water and green tea

Now, get to a dentist as soon as you can!

What Rockefeller Cosmetic Dentistry Will Do:

You may be wondering what to expect when you arrive at the dentist. We can assure you that the professionals here at Rockefeller Cosmetic Dentistry will pick up right where you left off. Hopefully, within the hour of your tooth loss, you will have replanted your tooth successfully. If you made it to us relatively quickly, we will replant the tooth for you. This is advised to be done within an hour of tooth loss.

One of our dentists will then examine you thoroughly and decide what is best to do for your specific situation. We may either perform a root canal treatment right away or splint the avulsed tooth to the teeth on either side. This will hold the tooth in place for several days. You will then revisit to complete the tooth-saving process and get you smiling again in no time.

Call (212)581-1091 with your questions and concerns. We are here to save the day and save your smile!

DIY Teeth Whitening

There are also several teeth whitening kits on the market for you to try. These kits consist of different materials such as gels, gel trays, LED light appliances, and whitening strips. Depending on what you are most interested in, you can pick a kit consisting of the products that are best for you.

DIY Teeth Whitening

By Cosmetic Dentists New York City
Last updated on September 22nd, 2021
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Do you smile in the mirror and picture your teeth a few shades whiter? Let’s make it happen! On this page, we’ve provided you with a detailed list of DIY teeth whitening options. One of the many options below may pleasantly surprise you with whiter, brighter results. We will take you through everything from toothpastes, to gels; at-home concoctions, to Rockefeller Cosmetic Dentistry’s Zoom! Whitening. We welcome you to find the best remedy for you and to learn a thing or two in the process!

TOOTHPASTE

Crest 3D Whitening toothpaste is one of the many whitening brands for toothpaste.

There are plenty of whitening toothpaste options available for purchase at your local stores. We went ahead and listed some of the best for you:

Crest 3D White Luxe Glamorous White Vibrant Whitening Toothpaste
Opalescence Whitening toothpaste
Tom’s of Maine Antiplaque & Whitening
Sensodyne Extra Whitening
Arm & Hammer AdvanceWhite (Baking Soda and Peroxide)

In addition to the products listed, there is an effective whitening toothpaste that has recently received a lot of attention. Don’t let the black color surprise you — charcoal toothpaste is also a good option for teeth whitening!

HYDROGEN PEROXIDE AND BAKING SODA PASTE

Baking soda mixed with hydrogen peroxide is a whitening remedy.

Did you know that hydrogen peroxide and baking soda mixed together into a paste is one of the oldest at-home teeth whitening remedies? This method is most effective when used in addition to your every day teeth brushing routine.

KITS: GELS, TRAYS, UV LIGHTS & STRIPS

Whitening kits often consist of whitening strips, syringes of whitening gel, a whitening tray, and an LED light.

Opalescence Teeth Bleaching Gel
Colgate Whitening Gel
Crest 3D White Strips
Crest 3D White Strips with Light
AuraGlow Deluxe Home Whitening System

RINSES

Whitening rinses or mouthwashes are typically used after each brush session. Crest 3D White Brilliance, Listerine Whitening, Scope White, and Colgate Optic White are just some of the many whitening rinse brands.

STRAWBERRY PASTE

Strawberries mixed with baking soda to form a paste is a whitening remedy when brushed onto your teeth lightly with a soft tooth brush.

Have you heard of the strawberry remedy? Here is a step-by-step guide on how to properly concoct and apply your homemade strawberry elixir:

Step 1: Crushed strawberries to a pulp
Step 2: Mix with baking soda until blended
Step 3: Spread the mixture ontoyour teeth with a soft toothbrush
Step 4: Leave the mixture on your teeth for 5 minutes before rinsing and brushing thoroughly with toothpaste to fully remove the strawberry mixture.

BANANA RUB

Rubbing the inside of a banana peel on your teeth is one of the many natural teeth whitening remedies.

If you thought we ran out of fruit whitening remedies, you were wrong! Here’s one more fruity trick.

After you brush and floss, try peeling a ripe banana. Rub a piece of the inside on your teeth for two minutes. Then, rinse. Now, you have officially tried the banana rub whitening method!

Skeptical? Here are the facts: Studies have shown that the inside of a banana peel is rich in potassium, magnesium, manganese, and other naturally whitening minerals. “The rich minerals in a banana are absorbed into your enamel and have healthy whitening effects.”

ZOOM! WHITENING

Zoom! Whitening is a professional whitening treatment offered at Rockefeller Cosmetic Dentistry.

Last, but certainly not least, Rocke feller Cosmetic Dentistry offers a highly effective teeth whitening treatment. In office, or at home, we give our patients the option of where they get their whitening done.

Our whitening methods are the most safe and precise out of every method mentioned above, as a professional is conducting every step of your whitening. For the in-office whitening, our dentists will apply a protective layer on your gums to prevent the whitening gel from harming your gums. The whitening gel is then applied to the enamel of your teeth.

This is a photo of a patient receiving a Zoom! Whitening treatment.

The at-home bleaching requires our patients to come into the office for impressions to be taken of their teeth. These impressions will allow for perfectly fitted, customized trays. The trays are to be worn with the whitening gel overnight until the desired color is reached.

Are interested in a teeth whitening, in need of a dental visit, or curious about anything dentistry related? Call us at (212)581-1091. You can even schedule your appointment by filling out and submitting this simple online form!

Invisalign vs. Smile Direct Club: What’s the Difference?

By Cosmetic Dentists New York City
Last updated on September 22nd, 2021
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With the increasing popularity of Smile Direct Club and the credibility of Invisalign, it has become difficult for patients to make an educated choice between the two teeth straightening treatments. We have decided to provide you with the insight necessary to choosing the best solution for you. Let us set straight the path to setting straight your teeth!

Invisalign

The thought of somehow getting straight teeth without the unsightliness of metal braces was, at one point in time, merely an idea. What would be better than obtaining the perfect smile you have always wanted, in a timely and inconspicuous fashion? Wheels began to turn and strides were taken towards this idea becoming a real product. In 1997, Align Technology was founded to develop and manufacture the most inconspicuous, effective form of braces. In May of 2000, Invisalign was officially made available to the public.

On the left are standard metal braces. On the right is a clear, effective Invisalign aligner.

Open bite, overbite, underbite, crossbite, overly crowded, gapped teeth — Invisalign is the answer. Made up of a series of invisible aligners that go unnoticed to the public, the patient is able to smile freely throughout the entire treatment process. They are removable, comfortable, and they work hard to straighten your teeth. How exactly does this happen? We’re glad you asked. Each patient who comes into our office to receive Invisalign gets a personal assessment. This assessment consists of taking impressions, which guarantee the utmost effectiveness of your aligners.

How Invisalign Works

Each set of Invisalign aligners are made with 3-D computer imaging technology, and are to be worn for approximately two weeks. The duration of each set, however, will vary from patient to patient. With each set, you will find your teeth slowly, but surely shifting into their optimal position. The tell-tale sign of Invisalign’s success is the change in the aligners fit. At the start of a set, the aligners will typically feel snug. Towards the end of a set, they will feel looser. Though patients will come into the office to make sure everything is going according to schedule, they will know the aligners are working their magic by the end of each set.

3d Imaging process for Invisalign

Lastly, patients are required to remove the aligners only to eat, drink, brush, and floss. The question of how long the Invisalign process lasts is largely decided upon the patient’s specific situation. Typically, total treatment time can average anywhere from 9-15 months. At the end of the Invisalign process, the patient will receive an invisible retainer to maintain their straight teeth and beautiful smile.

These are a depiction of what the clear aligners look like

Since Invisalign has become the leading treatment for straightening teeth, various companies have tried to reproduce the technology and teeth-straightening service. The idea of clear braces was imitated in hopes to provide patients with a similar, more affordable experience to Invisalign. This has made it difficult for the public to make the best choice when it comes to which treatment will be the most effective for their smile. Because of this, we will explain the difference between Invisalign and Smile Direct Club.

Smile Direct Club

Like Invisalign, Smile Direct Club similarly uses clear braces to inconspicuously straighten teeth with a series of aligners. The two major differences between the two are:

creation and delivery of treatment plan
pricing

Smile Direct Club is strictly virtual. The entire journey is planned by the patient through the computer. The patient does not deal with physical doctors or office visits. Instead, they order each new step through the computer, from impressions to aligners. Compared to Invisalign, the quality of the impression taken at home and sent out to be made can never be as precise as the impression that will be taken in a professional office. Therefore, each aligner will be affected.

This photo is showing how each step in the Smile Direct Club process is done through the computer and shipped to your home.

The argument has been made that the precision of Smile Direct Club will always fall short when compared the the precision that Invisalign offers. Each aligner is made to perfection, and any offsets are corrected upon office visits. Though Smile Direct Club is a cheaper option, the results are not as promising as the results Invisalign will offer.

To schedule the start of your Invisalign experience or any other cosmetic dentistry treatment, call (212)581-1091, today. To schedule your appointment online, simply click here and submit the form attached. Straight teeth and a beautiful smile is just a call or a click away!

The Cost of Root Canal Treatment

“Root canal” has historically been associated with severe pain. Regardless of whether or not a patient has had a pleasant root canal experience, the procedure has continuously failed to shake it’s bad reputation. In turn, we have decided to use this forum to present you with a different perspective on root canal treatment.

The Cost of Root Canal Treatment

By Cosmetic Dentists New York City
Last updated on February 19th, 2024
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Here at Rockefeller Cosmetic Dentistry, we understand that the term “root canal” has historically been associated with severe pain. Regardless of whether or not a patient has had a pleasant root canal experience, the procedure has continuously failed to shake it’s bad reputation. In turn, we have decided to use this forum to present you with a different perspective on root canal treatment.

Myth Busted

Technology is ever-evolving, right? The same concept holds true for dental technology, too. Over the years, advancements in dental technology have made root canal treatment much different than it used to be. Though others may be stuck on it’s painful reputation, you can rest assured that root canal treatment is now a comparatively simple and painless procedure. In combination with the latest technology, our expertise here at Rockefeller Cosmetic Dentistry adds to the simplicity of the root canal procedure.

What Is Root Canal?

In case you weren’t sure of root canal treatment’s purpose, we’ll explain. Essentially, root canal treatment saves your original tooth/teeth. An infection in the root of the tooth often causes severe pain and inflammation. Root canal treatment sets out to relieve that pain and inflammation without extracting the infected tooth/teeth. The doctor who specializes in such treatment goes into the infected part of the tooth called “pulp,” the center of the tooth that consists of nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissues. The doctor first removes the infected pulp — then cleans, fills, and seals the tooth to send it on the road to infection-free recovery.

To learn about the common causes of Dental Pulp Disease, read this article.

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Root Canal Cost

The cost of root canal differs from patient to patient. Right off the bat, a patient’s situation largely correlates to the expense of the treatment. If the patient needs root canal on more than one tooth, the cost increases. In addition, the type of tooth must be taken into consideration. What does that mean? To put it simply, anterior teeth and posterior teeth present a cost difference. Posterior teeth (molars) tend to have 3-4 roots, where anterior teeth (front teeth) typically have one root. The treatment for a molar will cost more than the treatment of a tooth with a single root.

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Root Canal Alternatives

The alternatives to root canal include but are not limited to extraction, ozone gas, and natural remedies.

Extraction – Extracting the infected tooth completely eliminates the need for root canal treatment. Extraction will ultimately require tooth replacement of some kind, i.e.: implant, bridge, partial denture.

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Ozone Gas – Ozone gas serves to ‘flood’ the root cavity in attempt to kill the bacteria.

Natural Remedies – Eating healthier foods and eliminating foods that are high in sugars, preservatives, etc. can aid in maintaining healthy teeth. This alternative is solely a preventative alternative.

Saving the original tooth through root canal is ultimately the most cost effective option.

Recapping The Process

Endodontist consult
Confirmation that root canal is needed
Confirmation of which teeth need treatment
Discussion of insurance / Out of pocket expense
Treatment performed
Goodbye pain, infection, and discomfort

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Schedule An Appointment

Don’t hesitate! If you are in pain and discomfort, schedule an appointment. Call us anytime at (212)581-1091 or visit us at 630 5th Ave #1803, New York, New York 10111. We can rid you of your pain by saving your teeth and getting them back to good health!

Can Dental Implants Look Like Real Teeth?

We have the newest dental implant technology that can be offered, which is why we’re able to provide you with the most authentic implant/s possible, every single time. We use our top-notch technology to match the texture, size, and shape of your real teeth.

Can Dental Implants Look Like Real Teeth?

By Cosmetic Dentists New York City
Last updated on September 6th, 2022
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As dentists, we understand every question and concern that is brought to our attention Screen-Shot-2559-01-15-at-1.30.07-AM-297x300 by a patient. We agree that having work done on the mouth is a big deal, as a person’s smile is the focal point of their face. That is why everyone at Rockefeller Cosmetic Dentistry handles all things smile-related with precision and care. Throughout our many years of expertise, we’ve discovered one subject in particular that seems to raise the most patient concern. Interestingly, the answer is dental implants. There is a lot of unknown that circulates around the idea of dental implants, and rightfully so! We most often hear questions like: Will my teeth look authentic? Will my teeth function like real teeth? Will everyone know my teeth are fake?

Because of the obvious concern regarding the authenticity of dental implants, we’ve decided to dedicate this page towards easing your mind! Day-in and day-out, we deal with dental implant patients who come in with missing teeth due to periodontal disease, injury, decay, or other related issues. Over and over again, it is confirmed that dental implants are the proven solution to an authentic looking and feeling smile.

We have the newest dental implant technology that can be offered, which is why we’re Screen-Shot-2559-01-15-at-12.16.10-AM-230x300 able to provide you with the most authentic implant/s possible, every single time. We use our top-notch technology to match the texture, size, and shape of your real teeth. In addition, we use precise color matching technology to match the hue of the surrounding teeth. These careful steps make the aesthetic difference between your real teeth and your new implant/s nearly indistinguishable. We also want to emphasize the important of the implant/s function, as we regard their function to be equally as important as their aestheticism. We use materials to mimic the strength of your real teeth to ensure the longevity of your implant/s, as well as the enjoyment of the foods you weren’t able to eat prior to your implants.

It doesn’t end there. We can give you a solid 10 reasons to choose dental implants over the other teeth replacement options. If you are in need of dental implants and this article has finally built your trust towards making the first move, we advise that you call us at (212)581-1091 or visit our website to make an appointment. It could be as simple as filling out this consultation form!

Yes, We Will Make Your Dental Implants Look Like Natural Teeth!

Shying Away From A Smile? Let Invisalign Straighten That Out

Invisalign will inconspicuously and actively correct any widely spaced or overcrowded mouths, any misaligned bites, and any out-of-place teeth. What do we mean by inconspicuously and actively? That is just our way of letting you known that Invisalign works hard to give you a perfect smile while going completely undetected.

Shying Away From A Smile? Let Invisalign Straighten That Out

By Cosmetic Dentists New York City
Last updated on September 22nd, 2021
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Why steer clear of smiling in public when you can steer towards clear braces? From avoiding a smile while spending time with friends, to simply lacking the confidence that a perfect smile can provide, we understand your frustration and we are here to make a change. Rockefeller Cosmetic Dentistry offers the key to straightening out all of your dissatisfaction, and it goes by the name of Invisalign.

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Invisalign will inconspicuously and actively correct any widely spaced or overcrowded mouths, any misaligned bites, and any out-of-place teeth. What do we mean by inconspicuously and actively? That is just our way of letting you known that Invisalign works hard to give you a perfect smile while going completely undetected. The clear mold fits nicely over your teeth, blending in and working their magic — so rest assured that you can say goodbye to those unsightly metal notches and rubber bands.

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Invisalign is made up of several removable aligners, each of which is individually fabricated for your mouth. Depending on your advised treatment plan, you will be wearing each aligner for approximately two weeks. After each aligner change, you will watch your teeth progressively gear towards their final, optimum position.

Lastly, you will be happy to know that when you reach the final step and begin to worry about the longevity of your perfect smile, we have an advanced set of retainers specifically designed for you to keep everything looking great. The entire Invisalign process is as transparent as the Invisalign itself.

Worried that you don’t understand how the process works? Feeling a bit skeptical that it may be ‘too good to be true?’ We will create a computer-generated, virtual treatment plan that will let you view the final result prior to the start of treatment!

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Are you ready to start your journey towards a beautiful smile and renewed self-confidence? Schedule a consultation for Invisalign NYC by visiting our website or calling Rockefeller Cosmetic Dentistry today!

Dental Implant Surgery Process

You’ve decided that getting dental implants is the best investment that you can make in your smile. After all, they have a higher success rating than any other modern-day tooth replacement. So now that you’re ready to move forward with rebuilding your smile, you want to know what to expect…or more specifically, how long the entire implant process takes.

Dental Implant Surgery Process

By Cosmetic Dentists New York City
Last updated on February 19th, 2024
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What to expect when getting dental implants

The Dental Implant Process

Implant treatment is generally broken up into a couple of different phases. Assuming you’ve already had any infected teeth removed and your consultation is complete, an implant procedure typically goes through three stages:

1. Surgical Placement
Implant surgery is what most people fear most, but it’s a very simple and straightforward process. In fact, it’s easier than having a tooth pulled. With the aid of 3D imaging, your implant placement usually only takes about 20-30 minutes.

2. Healing
After your implant surgery, you will need to wait anywhere from 3-6 months for the new “roots” to integrate with your body. What’s happening is new bone grows around the implant, permanently fusing it into place. We call this stage “osseointegration.” Once it’s achieved, your implant isn’t going anywhere!

3. Final Restoration
Now is the moment you’ve been waiting for! The top of your implant is uncovered and a small abutment is attached. Then, we anchor a permanent new crown, bridge, or denture on top of the abutment.

What Happens in the Meantime?

Depending on where your new dental implant is located, we may place a temporary restoration that covers the area, so that you don’t have to feel embarrassed about having a missing tooth. This small flipper fills in the open space while the area heals, but once the implant is fully integrated with your mouth we’ll install a permanent crown or bridge.

Are you ready to get started? Schedule your implant consultation today, and in just 4-7 months you could have a permanent new smile.

Is Sedation the Best Painless Dental Option?

In order to provide in-house NYC sedation dentistry, your provider must have special licensing and training for the type of sedative being used. For example, all dentists are authorized to provide nitrous oxide/inhalation sedation (“laughing gas”) but only specific dentists can administer an oral conscious sedative medication, or IV anesthesia.

Is Sedation the Best Painless Dental Option?

By Cosmetic Dentists New York City
Last updated on September 22nd, 2021
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What’s keeping you from scheduling your next visit with the dentist? Is it nervousness or anxiety about how the appointment will feel? Then you might be an ideal candidate for sedation dentistry.

While various types of dental sedatives work in different ways, most patients report a pain free experience…or don’t recall the visit at all! That’s because some types of medications are also amnesiacs, causing you to forget what even happened.

When to Consider Sedation Dentistry

How do you know if it’s the right time to ask for sedation during your appointment? Here are a few of the most common situations for when it might be appropriate:

• Overcoming anxiety or fear of the dentist
• Longer procedures
• Multiple phases of treatments that can be completed in one visit
• You prefer to relax, just for convenience’s sake
• More invasive therapies, such as oral surgery
• Treating a painful dental emergency

Sedation dentistry is extremely safe. However, you’ll need to talk to our NYC dentist to review your health history and current medications, to ensure that you’re a candidate for this service.

Find the Best Sedation Dentist

Your NYC Pain Free Dentist

Rockefeller Cosmetic Dentistry offers tailored sedation, relaxation, and anti-anxiety dental care for patients of all backgrounds. Whether you’re seeing our NYC dentist for dental implants or a same day smile makeover, we want you to know that you’re in great hands.

Call our office today to find out if sedation dentistry is right for you!

Where Can I Find a Dentist that Accepts My Insurance?

An in-network dentist is required to accept your plan, because they have a signed agreement with your dental insurance carrier. Your insurance company can provide you with a list of these preferred, in-network dentists upon request.

Where Can I Find a Dentist that Accepts My Insurance?

By Cosmetic Dentists New York City
Last updated on February 19th, 2024
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One of the best ways to ensure that your dental care is affordable, is to find a dentist who accepts your dental insurance.

Who is the Best Dentist My Insurance Covers?

What does it mean when you as a dentist, “Do you take my insurance?” Depending on what you’re looking for, the answer can go a few different ways.

Here are a few examples:

• An in-network dentist is required to accept your plan, because they have a signed agreement with your dental insurance carrier. Your insurance company can provide you with a list of these preferred, in-network dentists upon request. When planning treatment with an in-network dentist, you do not have to worry as much about surprise bills coming in the mail.

• An out-of-network dentist can choose to accept your plan — if it’s a PPO — and depending on what their fees are, there may or may not be a percentage of your dental work that the insurance doesn’t cover. You may not know what that balance is until after your claims have been processed. You will need to seek the dentist out yourself, as your insurance carrier prefers you go to someone within the same network. But if your favorite dentist is out of network, you can keep going to their office!

• Some dentists don’t accept dental insurance benefits up front. They require the patient to pay for their service in full, and then process the claims on their behalf. Any reimbursements are sent directly to you, the patient.

Get the Most Out of Your Investment

Rockefeller Cosmetic Dentistry accepts most dental insurance benefits. Some of the plans that our patients have are through carriers like Aetna, Cigna, MetLife, Delta Dental, Humana, and dozens of others. We’ll always work closely with you to help you maximize your benefit allowances while minimizing out of pocket expenses. Call us today to find out how!