So, you’ve decided it’s time to straighten your teeth. Great! But now you’re facing the ultimate dental dilemma: Clear aligners vs. braces. Which one will work best for you? Both options have their strengths, but the right choice depends on your lifestyle, preferences, and teeth. Let’s break it down to see which orthodontic treatment will… (Read More)

It’s no secret that Brooklyn residents are careful about how they choose medical professionals for their family, but sometimes it’s not easy to find everything you want in a dentist. Park Slope Dental Arts understands that choosing a dentist is no small feat, so we’ve put together this guide to picking a dentist for individuals… (Read More)

Maybe Mona Lisa would have cracked a real smile if she had been more confident in her teeth! All jokes aside, you don’t have to live every day embarrassed by your own smile. Orthodontic treatments today are much more desirable than those of yesteryear. There are a lot of good reasons to straighten your teeth,… (Read More)

If you are one of the many people in Brooklyn who are currently wearing braces, dentists at Park Slope Dental Arts wants you to know that oral hygiene is going to be especially important for you. Braces make it more difficult to keep your teeth clean, so it is essential that you floss every day… (Read More)

One of the wonderful things about orthodontic treatment is that it can improve both your oral health and smile confidence at just about any age! However, there are a few factors you should take into account when deciding whether or not to pursue orthodontic treatment. Are Orthodontics for pediatric patients are braces a good choice?… (Read More)

So, you’re missing a tooth—or a few!  An apple a day will not take care of this one, unfortunately. It’s time to consider dentures or dental implants. A variety of personal and practical factors will determine which solution is best for your new smile. Don’t feel lost among all the pros and cons of choosing… (Read More)

Have you ever heard someone say, “I would rather have a root canal”? Most of us are used to hearing root canals compared to some genuinely unpleasant circumstances, but Park Slope Dental Arts would like to set the record straight and talk about how root canals can do some serious dental good.  Root Canals Save… (Read More)

First things first, put your worries away! We are not about to tell you that your coffee-drinking days are over. We know that each shot of caffeine is crucial and we cherish our coffee, too! Here at Park Slope Dental Arts, we want to educate you on what causes coffee stains and what you can… (Read More)

Teeth are typically the first thing that comes to mind for people when they hear the words dentist or dentistry, which makes sense—the root word dent actually means tooth! However, your teeth require healthy gums to hold them in place.  Did you know gum disease is the leading cause of adult tooth loss? That’s why… (Read More)

Let’s be honest. If you are like most people, you’ve probably put off going to the dentist at one time or another. Some of us have even avoided seeing a dentist for years at a time. Research shows one in three Americans avoids going to the dentist regularly. As the time spent away from Park… (Read More)