BriteSmile Teeth Whitening

Paul J. Guerrino DDS PC performs a wide range of cosmetic and surgical dental procedures. When patients want to achieve a perfect smile by making teeth visibly brighter, we recommend BriteSmile teeth whitening treatments.

Over time, teeth become yellow based on the patient’s eating, drinking, smoking, and dental hygiene habits. There are a number of teeth whitening products available today, including whitening toothpaste; gel and trays; strips; and laser whitening. Of all of these treatments, BriteSmile is the fastest way to visibly whiten teeth. Our BriteSmile dentist needs just one hour to perform this service. On average, patients report that teeth are nine shades whiter following the one-hour appointment.

When a patient asks about BriteSmile treatments, Dr. Paul J. Guerrino begins by scheduling a complimentary consultation to provide some background on the procedure and answer any questions. The BriteSmile dentist then makes sure the patient wants to proceed with the service and examines his or her teeth and gums to make sure they are healthy enough for treatment. Once the patient has been approved, he or she can sit back and relax or watch television as the BriteSmile dentist applies procedure gel to the teeth. The gel is then activated by a gentle blue light for 20 minutes. The BriteSmile dentist adds and activates the gel for two more 20 minute sessions before the patient is ready to go home and show off his or her bright new smile.

BriteSmile has proven safe and effective in a number of clinical studies. Researchers at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey concluded that BriteSmile whitening produces no structural damage in teeth, does not soften tooth enamel, and has no unwanted effects on fillings. Senior researchers at my alma mater, New York University, were able to confirm these results and the study was then validated by the Journal of the American Dental Association.

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Dental Prosthesis

Welcome back to my blog. My name is Paul J. Guerrino DDS. I founded my dental practice, Guerrino Dentistry & Associates, more than two decades ago to provide Westchester County residents with complete dental care. My practice currently employs experts in a wide range of specialized surgical and cosmetic dental procedures, including dental prosthesis.

Prosthodontics is the dental specialty related to the diagnoses, treatment, and maintenance of oral comfort and appearance. A prosthodontist, or restorative dentist, is an expert in this branch of dentistry. He or she utilizes biocompatible substitutes to address clinical conditions associated with missing teeth. Some patients missing an entire set of teeth on the top and/or bottom of the mouth opt for dentures, a prosthetic device that bonds or clasps into the mouth. Dental prosthesis works in conjunction with dental implants to offer an alternative to the traditional, complete denture. Depending on the number of missing teeth a patient has, the restorative dentist will determine which type of prosthesis to recommend. Patients at Guerrino Dentistry & Associates can choose from one of two types of dental prosthesis: removable and fixed.

Removable Prosthesis: A removable prosthesis is one the patient is able to take out of his or her mouth, such as for cleaning. This device requires 4-6 dental implants per jaw and connects to the implants with a clip and bar.

Fixed Prosthesis: A fixed prosthesis cannot be removed and is instead fitted to a frame secured to the dental implants. Patients will need at least five dental implants along the contour of the jaw to ensure the prosthesis is fixed in place.

As I mentioned above, you should consult with one of our restorative dentists to determine which type of prosthesis meets your needs. To learn more about Dr. Paul J. Guerrino and his services, check out his Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/91452725.

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Endodontic Therapy

Welcome to my blog. My name is Dr. Paul J. Guerrino and my clinic, Guerrino Dentistry & Associates, has been providing Westchester County residents with complete dental care for over two decades. Guerrino Dentistry & Associates employs a wide range of dental specialists, allowing patients to seek advanced treatments without visiting an unfamiliar clinic. Our staff includes an endodontist qualified to perform endodontic therapy.

Endodontic therapy, more commonly referred to as root canal therapy, is used to cure an infection within the root canal. An infection occurs when the soft tissue (pulp) inside the tooth becomes inflamed and can be caused by a deep cavity; repeated dental procedures; injury; or a cracked or broken tooth. If infected pulp is not addressed, the patient will experience pain or swelling and might even need to have the infected tooth removed.

Paul J. Guerrino DDS PC begins endodontic therapy by examining and x-raying the patient’s tooth before administering local anesthetic. Once the tooth is numb, the endodontist drills into the crown of the tooth and uses small instruments to clean infected pulp from the pulp chamber. The hole in the tooth is then shaped and filled using a biocompatible material. Guerrino Dentistry & Associates utilizes gutta-percha, a rubber-like material placed with adhesive cement to make sure the root canal is completely sealed. The endodontist then seals the opening in the crown with a temporary filling, which will later be removed. In a separate visit before the tooth is restored, one of our dentists extracts the temporary filling and replaces it with a crown or other restoration to restore the tooth’s full functionality.

Guerrino Dentistry & Associates regularly takes x-rays of the tooth following endodontic therapy to ensure that the tooth is not decaying. For more information on endodontic treatment procedures, visit my website: http://pauljguerrinoddspc.com/.

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