Your Gum Health is Directly Linked to Your Heart Health
More research than ever has connected a healthy mouth to a healthy heart. This supports the need for good oral health in order to prevent a host of other medical issues. By better understanding the connection between oral and overall health, you-ll know why dental...
You Need to Tell the Truth about Your Flossing When You Come to See Us
The American Dental Association recommends flossing at least once a day, but we know that for many people, this is a challenge. That's why some of our patients come in for their cleanings and are not completely honest about their flossing habits. We want you to be...
Would Veneers Improve Your Smile?
Absolutely! You can use dental veneers to mask the imperfections in your teeth and achieve a much-improved smile. A smile is a big part of your life. As much as you might want to wear that smile as often as possible, dental imperfections may come in the way. Your...
Why Your Teeth Need Vitamin D
Vitamin D is one of the most important vitamins, and your body needs a good amount of it in order to function. One of the things that Vitamin D does is promote strong teeth and protect your gums and mouth against bacteria. If you have a deficiency in Vitamin D, it's...
How Long After Brushing Should You Wait to Eat?
There is a lot of conflicting information regarding the order in which you should brush your teeth. It is logical to think that brushing right after eating is the best thing to do because your mouth is dirty and has all these food particles between your teeth. The...
How Kidney Function Stems from Your Oral Health
It is indisputable that your overall and oral health are intimately connected. With scientific research, the way in which people view dentistry has changed dramatically in recent years, and we now focus on our patient’s overall health. There was a time when going to...
How Snoring Increases Your Chances of Gum Disease
Snoring isn't just an annoying issue for you and your spouse, it's a serious health condition. Many people simply shrug it off as something they can't control and assume that it's harmless, but snoring can cause a number of severe issues. For example, snoring can...
How Telling Us About Dental Fears Can Help You Overcome Them
Fear of the dentist is one of the most common phobias, and many people suffer from this issue. However, you don't have to suffer in silence, and your oral health doesn't have to be jeopardized by avoiding the dentist. The best thing that you can do to ease your dental...
Welcome to Our Practice
At the Center for Cosmetic Dentistry, our holistic dental treatments are designed to keep your smile healthy and happy! Dr. Mitchell Shapiro and Dr. Michael Palmieri strive to provide the best general, restorative and cosmetic dentistry services in the area.
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373 Route 111 Ste 16, Smithtown NY 11787