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Dr. Parag Patel Specializes in General and Cosmetic Dentistry, conveniently located in Manhattan (dentist in zip code 10032). Below are blog articles relating to oral health.

  • The Dentist For People Who HATE The Dentist.
    9/28/2016

    A lot of people hate the dentist. Actually, more than a lot of people do. Recent studies show that one in four people dread a dental visit. A big part of this fear has to do with the assumption that you will be in pain or that it will be an unpleasant experience. You can’t quite wrap your brain around the fact that a trip to the dentist might actually be a positive experience. You’ve convinced yourself that there is no exception. Painless dentistry? Pshhh… Yeah, Ok.

  • The Rise of The Electric Toothbrush
    8/31/2016

    Life is funny nowadays. Not always "ha-ha" funny but more-so funny in the sense that it's often times mind-blowing to sit back and reflect on. Whether you're 25 or 75; I think we can all agree that current day society is changing at the pace of a two year old who just learned how to run (Good luck catching them!). Most recently this topic was brought to mind while talking about how advanced our cell phones have become. When's the last time you were out and about and were desperately trying to find a payphone?

  • 3 Tips to Keep Up Dental Health In the Summer
    7/14/2016

    Summertime is finally here! However, carefree summer days could spell danger for your kids’ oral health. Between vacation, pool parties, and lazy days, their teeth may feel a little neglected. Here are some ways to keep oral hygiene in check during the summer months.

  • If You Love Coffee Visit a Veneers Dentist to Keep Your Smile Looking Amazing
    6/9/2016

    Coffee drinkers rejoice – as a dentist that specializes in veneers, Dr. Patel can keep your teeth looking white, regardless of how much time you spend at your favorite coffee shop.

  • Types of Cosmetic Dental Surgery
    5/5/2016

    f your teeth are stained, worn, discolored, broken, chipped, misshaped, or misaligned, you may consider a cosmetic dental procedure to correct the problem. Also known as a “smile makeover,” cosmetic dental procedures help to improve the appearance of you smile, leaving you confident and brimming with self-esteem. Even scientific studies show that a confident smile beats good looks!

  • Prepare for Your Big Day with Cosmetic Dentistry
    4/8/2016

    With something important on the horizon, many people will spend time exercising, buying the perfect outfit, and fixing their hair. Teeth can be neglected during the preparation. However, your smile is actually one of the easiest things to correct about your appearance.

  • The List: Our Six Favorite Types of Patients
    3/2/2016

    One of the best parts of dentistry is the privilege of working with people from all walks of life. We may be the ones who work to improve smiles on a daily basis, but we also get big smiles on our faces when we see the following six types of patients.

  • A Dentist Can Prepare Your Smile for Your Special Day
    2/3/2016

    If wedding bells are ringing for you, consider a trip to the dentist for teeth whitening which can brighten your smile for the big day. The same holds true for any major life event. Graduations, anniversaries, job interviews, and high school reunions are all occasions where you want to display your smile with confidence and without worrying about stained or yellow teeth.

  • NY Dentist Looks for Signs of Oral Cancer
    1/6/2016

    As a local NY dentist we are a patients’ first line of defense in identifying signs of oral cancer. This disease impacts around 35,000 adults throughout the United States on an annual basis.

  • A Dental office in Manhattan Answers Common Questions About Dentistry
    12/2/2015

    In our dental office in Manhattan, we take the time to get to know our patients, learn about their goals and what concerns they have regarding their health. We believe that these conversations are important because an informed patient can take charge of their oral health care and is likely to remain healthier in between dental appointments.

  • Best Practices for the "Sugar Season"
    10/26/2015

    With Halloween around the corner and the coming of the holidays that follow, it can be hard for parents, and all of us really, to limit the amount of sugar we consume. Earlier this year the World Health Organization lessened the recommended daily sugar intake by half to just 5% of your total calories daily.

  • How to Use Adhesives to Prevent Your Dentures from Slipping
    9/2/2015

    If you are considering wearing dentures, there are several things that you need to know. They are an excellent solution for replacing your missing teeth and can be extremely convenient because no surgery is required. We make sure that our patients new set of teeth looks natural and fit perfectly after creating them in a dental lab to look like your natural teeth.

  • We’re the Dentist NYC Patients Trust to Fix Damaged Teeth
    4/24/2015

    We are a local dentist NYC families count on to repair their teeth and to correct oral health problems. It is important to visit a dentist that can help to prevent your teeth from becoming damaged, and correct them if they do.

  • A Diabetic Dentist Can Help You to Stay Healthy
    3/10/2015

    As a local diabetic dentist, we can help patients to avoid oral health issues. Diabetics are at a higher risk for all types of infections since diabetes hinders the body’s ability to produce white blood cells that are able to fight off the infection.

  • Staying Healthy Can Prevent Tooth Loss and the Need for a Dentures Dentist
    2/20/2015

    Taking steps like brushing teeth throughout the day and flossing can help to prevent tooth loss and the need for replacement solutions.

  • Parag Patel is the Dentist NYC Patients Trust
    1/9/2015

    If you are looking for a dentist NYC patients depend on, Dr. Parag Patel has a reputation for providing exceptional patient care.

  • Dr. Patel Provides Patients with Dental Implants that Promote Active Lifestyles
    12/20/2014

    Dr. Patel is an expert dentist that uses dental implants to replace missing teeth. This cosmetic dentistry solution is ideal for patients with active lifestyles that don’t want to slow down or train themselves to eat or speak differently, as they would with dentures.

  • Schedule an Appointment With a Veneers Dentist Before the Holidays
    11/5/2014

    As a veneers dentist, we can transform your smile in time for your holiday photos. Cosmetic dentistry has made it possible for us to correct the issues that you have with your smile by changing what you don’t like about your teeth.

  • Our Family Dentistry Office Treats People With Sensitive Teeth
    10/3/2014

    People with sensitive teeth should visit our family dentistry office in order to feel better. We treat patients on a regular basis that complain of feeling pain when brushing and flossing their teeth or eating something cold like ice cream.

  • Teeth Whitening Helps You Reach Your Potential
    9/19/2014

    As our motto goes, your confidence is dictated by how you feel and teeth whitening is one of the simplest solutions that can help you feel better about yourself almost instantly.