New York City Dental Exams & Cleanings for a Healthy Smile
Serving Midtown East, Upper East Side & Nearby Communities
Professional teeth cleanings and checkups are a vital part of preventative dental health and are recommended bi-yearly by the American Dental Association. Marc Lazare, D.D.S., M.A.G.D. and his staff offer patients in-depth dental cleanings & routine checkups.
Contact the professionals at Lazare Biomimetic Dentistry and Smile Design today to schedule an appointment for a New York City dental exam and teeth cleaning!
Comprehensive Dental Cleaning & Routine Checkups
Teeth cleaning and checkups help stop dental problems before they start and are a vital part of preventative dental care. Dr. Lazare recommends that each patient schedules a tooth cleaning and checkup every six months.
A bi-yearly New York City dental exam and teeth cleaning is the best way to ensure a beautiful smile year-round. We use sophisticated tools to comfortably clear away plaque and bacteria that build on the teeth and gums and hide in tiny areas that can’t be reached at home, even with daily brushing and flossing.
Dr. Lazare completes a thorough oral exam and checks for tooth decay, cavities, oral cancer, gum disease, etc. Checkups allow Dr. Lazare to catch any dental issues early and take care of them with quick, easy, and conservative biomimetic tooth-preserving treatments.
Some preventive dental health tips patients should practice at home include:
- Brush twice a day and floss at least once daily
- Enjoy a healthy, balanced diet
- Avoid sugary and acid foods
- Drink water in place of acidic and sugary juices
- Tooth cleaning and checkup bi-yearly
Dr. Lazare uses biomimetic restoration and dental techniques to treat fractured, weak, and decayed teeth in a way that strengthens them and seals them from the invasion of bacteria. We use the latest dental technology and materials to preserve your teeth.
Benefits of Professional Teeth Cleaning
Bi-yearly tooth cleanings and checkups provide healthy, clean teeth, and encourage general good health.
Routine tooth cleaning and checkups:
- Remove stains that discolor your teeth for a whiter, brighter smile
- Prevent gum disease that leads to early tooth loss
- Detect oral cancer in the early stages
- Prevent gum disease, which reduces the chance of heart attacks and strokes
- Save patients money on dental expenses in the long run
- Dr. Lazare and the hygienist compare oral health to the previous visit
- Prevent and resolve bad breath
- Prevent decay and cavities
Who Should Schedule Routine Dental Visits?
Every child and adult can stand to benefit from bi-yearly dental cleanings and checkups. Routine dental checkups and cleanings are an essential part of maintaining healthy teeth and a beautiful smile. Tooth cleaning and a dental exam keep teeth healthy and prevent larger problems from developing. For example, plaque and tartar buildup on the tooth’s surface over time and increase the risk of developing gingivitis.
Cleanings help to eradicate bacteria and maintain a healthy mouth. Dr. Lazare looks for the following issues during an oral exam:
- Decay
- Loose fillings, crowns, or bridgework
- Oral cancer
- Broken, chipped, or fractured teeth
Dr. Lazare offers virtual consultations for patients who cannot make it into the office via Zoom, Go To Meeting, or Facetime.
What’s Involved In a Dental Cleaning?
There are two parts involved in every tooth cleaning and dental checkup visit. The hygienist cleans and polishes the patient’s teeth, documents any medication changes, and discusses their oral hygiene. Dr. Lazare then performs an oral exam, reviews the x-rays, checks any concerns, and answers any questions the patient may have. When necessary, he recommends a treatment plan. Based on the patient’s goals, Dr. Lazare may recommend cosmetic options, etc.
Cleaning
Tooth brushing and flossing at home helps remove plaque. Still, only a professional cleaning by the dentist or hygienist can thoroughly clean the teeth and remove calculus or tartar that builds on the teeth between visits.
Polishing
The hygienist or dentist polishes the teeth after cleaning them to remove plaque or stains on the surface.
Prevention
Dr. Lazare may recommend dental sealants to protect the teeth from decay. When gum disease is determined, the doctor recommends additional cleanings and treatments. Ultrasonic scalers provide deep cleaning above and below the gum line.
X-rays
X-rays may be taken during the checkup. Dr. Lazare considers the patient’s dental history, oral exam, and the risk of developing cavities to determine how often x-rays are needed.
Recommendations
Dr. Lazare will make recommendations for the next best steps if he sees problems during the examination. He is dedicated to preserving and restoring teeth using advanced biomimetic techniques, including direct composite veneers and full mouth rehabilitation.
Frequent Teeth Cleaning & Checkup Questions
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Are Dental X-Rays Safe?One of the biggest concerns that patients have when visiting a traditional dental office for routine exams is the potential negative effects of radiation through x-rays. Dr. Lazare believes in giving patients the best care possible and minimizing unnecessary risks, so he uses digital x-ray technology. This digital technology provides various benefits and requires 90% less radiation when compared to traditional x-rays.
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Why Should I Floss and Brush My Teeth?Millions of microscopic germs live off the food particles left on your teeth. The bacteria hiding in the tiny spaces between your teeth can only be reached with floss. If you permit plaque and bacteria to remain between your teeth, it will harden into tartar. While plaque is removed when you brush and floss, tartar must be scraped off by the dentist.
Brushing and flossing will reduce the amount of decay-causing bacteria in your mouth. Dr. Lazare believes in preventing unnecessary drilling and tooth repairs, and prevention is the first step towards experiencing a beautiful, long-lasting smile. -
How Often Should I Have by Teeth Cleaned?It would help if you had your teeth cleaned and had a checkup completed bi-yearly to prevent and detect any problems before they can become a crisis. Many people think they are saving money by avoiding the dentist, but it costs them much more in the long run.
Many dental problems do not have symptoms until they have reached advanced stages. For example, tooth decay is often silent until a cavity gets close to the nerve. The dentist can detect a cavity three to four years before the patient experiences symptoms. Early detection can help you prevent the need for a tooth extraction or a root canal treatment.
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Dr. Lazare and his team are beyond outstanding! He is professional, ethical, knowledgeable, empathetic, and kind. I’m eternally grateful to him!
- Monica
Why Choose Dr. Lazare?
Dr. Marc Lazare, D.D.S., M.A.G.D. is an accomplished general, biomimetic, and cosmetic dentist who is dedicated to helping patients of all ages maintain excellent oral health. Dr. Lazare is also known as a “Dentist to the Stars” because of his distinguished clientele.
Dr. Lazare is an accomplished biomimetic dentist. As such, he focuses on preserving the patient’s natural teeth by sealing them to prevent further damage and protect them.
Dr. Lazare is also the President and Founder of the Lazare Institute for Biomimetics and Smile Design.
Book a Professional Tooth Cleaning with Us
Maintenance and prevention are the first steps towards enjoying a beautiful, healthy smile — take action today in preserving your smile.
Contact the office at (332) 334-8290 to book an appointment for a New York City dental exam and teeth cleaning.
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Monday: 8am - 5pm
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Tuesday: 8am - 5pm
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Wednesday: 10am - 7pm
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Thursday: 8am - 5pm
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Friday: 8am - 5pm
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Saturday: 9am - 6pm
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Sunday: Closed