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When facing a dental emergency, the most effective strategy is prompt and professional treatment. Dental emergencies, like facial trauma from a car accident or a slip and fall, can happen unexpectedly, and they often come with a great deal of discomfort or pain. It’s crucial to address these issues immediately to prevent further complications and […]

Can You Get Rid of Cold Sores and Canker Sores Fast?

by Dental West NYC

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Nothing disrupts your everyday life like a painful lesion on the inside of your cheek or lips. These sores can make necessary activities, like biting, chewing, or speaking, painful and laborious.  At Dental West NYC, we understand the desire to get rid of cold sores and canker sores fast and permanently, which is why we […]

3 Benefits of Veneers to Improve Your Smile

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Everyone deserves a smile they are proud of and that allows them full functionality for a range of actions, including speaking, chewing, and biting. When you are navigating chipped or lost teeth, discoloration, or other cosmetic concerns, veneers can help to provide a versatile and effective way of ensuring a natural-looking, durable, and radiant smile. […]

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Guide to Laser Teeth Cleaning: The Future of Dental Hygiene The world of dentistry is rapidly changing. Laser teeth cleaning uses focused light energy to target and disintegrate plaque, tartar, and harmful bacteria from tooth surfaces and beneath the gum line — offering a more thorough, comfortable alternative to traditional methods. Our team at Dental […]

How Is a Prosthodontist Different From Other Dentists?

by Dental West NYC

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A prosthodontist is a subcategory of dentist who has completed dental school in addition to three additional years of advanced training and education in an accredited prosthodontic program. The word prosthodontist essentially breaks down to mean replacing anything related to teeth. While general dentists can perform various cosmetic procedures, prosthodontists have been specially trained in […]

What Are Zygomatic Dental Implants?

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Maxillary prosthesis supported by zygomatic implants. Medically accurate 3D illustration of human teeth and dentures

Zygomatic implants are used when traditional implants can not be placed in your mouth. If your teeth can no longer be used but you don’t have enough bone for traditional implants, zygomatic implants may be the right solution for you. Instead of being placed in the jawbone, these titanium posts are placed in the zygomatic […]

What Our Patients Say

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My whole family sees and loves Dr. Moncrieff. He is a wonderful and knowledgeable dentist and a caring person, and unlike some dentists never recommends excessive or unnecessary interventions. I would recommend him to anyone! Dr. Walter is a wonderful doctor in that she brings both the professional excellence of a seasoned and gifted doctor […]