by Nick | May 8, 2020 | News
No one wants the headache—or, more accurately, the toothache—of getting a cavity. The good news is that if you do have cavities, it’s a simple fix. Filling a cavity is a quick procedure that stops a cavity from growing and causing further tooth decay. However, not all...
by Nick | Feb 28, 2020 | Dental Sedation for Special Needs, News, News / Blog
Dental Sedation for Special Needs Going to the dentist can create anxiety, especially for special needs patients. Dental sedation can make a visit to the dentist safer for both adults and children with special needs, and reduce fear surrounding the event. While...
by Nick | Feb 18, 2020 | News, News / Blog, Nitrous Oxide
How Does Nitrous Oxide Work? Have you ever gone to the dentist and been given laughing gas for a procedure? You might remember that it stopped you from feeling any pain when your dentist extracted that tooth. That’s the power of nitrous oxide, the top inhaled pain...
by Nick | Jan 24, 2020 | Children's Teeth Erupt, News, News / Blog
How Children’s Teeth Erupt and Fall Out Tooth eruption might sound terrifying—until you learn that it only means a child’s teeth are coming in. Even if you already know how children’s teeth erupt and fall out, understanding the process and what to...
by Nick | Aug 22, 2019 | News, News / Blog
Almost everyone has suffered a dental emergency or knows someone who has had a dental emergency. When a tooth is knocked out or damaged, and sudden pain occurs, it can be easy to panic – but staying calm in an emergency situation can be crucial for a positive outcome....
by Nick | Jul 2, 2018 | News
Fourth of July is filled with fireworks and celebrations and Oakwood Dental of Staten Island wants you to be happy, that’s why we’re here to offer a few tips to keep your teeth healthy this 4th! For starters, stay hydrated!! We know that during the holidays your...
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