Comprehensive & Cosmetic Dental Services
By Dr. Barbara Tamulewicz, DDS
PREVENTIVE CARE
Reduced risk of serious oral health issues, like cavities and gum disease. Improved whole-body health. For years, healthcare providers have recognized the link between oral health and whole-body health. Routine teeth cleanings can help reduce your risk for heart disease, stroke and dementia.
Digital imaging technology provides a more comprehensive and clear view of the teeth, oral tissues, nerves, and bones inside the mouth. Digital imaging is a crucial tool for dental health practitioners because the naked eye is often not enough to view a patient's mouth fully.
Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral found in many foods and water. In dentistry, healthcare providers use fluoride to strengthen teeth and reduce the risk of cavities.
What does fluoride do?
Every day, your enamel (the protective outer layer of your tooth) gains and loses minerals. You lose minerals when acids — formed from bacteria, plaque and sugars in your mouth — attack your enamel. (This process is demineralization.) You gain minerals — like fluoride, calcium and phosphate — when you consume food and water that contain these minerals. (This process is remineralization.)
Tooth decay is a result of too much demineralization without enough remineralization. Dental fluoride helps prevent tooth decay by making your enamel more resistant to acid attacks. It also reverses early decay.
RESTORATIVE CARE
Key reasons to get a tooth filling:
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Treating cavities: The primary reason for getting a filling is to address tooth decay that has created a cavity in the tooth.
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Preventing further damage: Fillings seal the cavity, preventing bacteria from entering and causing further decay.
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Relieving pain: A cavity can cause discomfort or pain, which a filling can alleviate.
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Restoring tooth structure: Fillings can repair small cracks or fractures in a tooth.
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Improving tooth appearance: Some types of fillings, like composite resin, can be matched to the color of your natural teeth.
Signs you might need a filling:
Visible holes in your teeth, Dark spots on your teeth, Sensitivity to hot or cold foods, Pain while chewing, and Food getting stuck in a specific area.
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You might get dental crowns and bridges to restore the function and appearance of damaged or missing teeth, including situations like broken teeth, large cavities, discolored teeth, or gaps where teeth are missing, allowing you to chew properly, maintain facial structure, and improve your smile by replacing missing teeth with artificial ones that are anchored to neighboring teeth.
Key reasons to get crowns and bridges:
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Repair damaged teeth:
Crowns can be used to cover significantly decayed or cracked teeth, protecting them from further damage and restoring their shape and function.
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Fill gaps from missing teeth:
Bridges are specifically designed to replace one or more missing teeth by attaching artificial teeth to the adjacent teeth, effectively "bridging" the gap.
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Cosmetic improvement:
Both crowns and bridges can enhance the appearance of your smile by correcting misaligned, discolored, or misshapen teeth.
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Bite alignment:
Crowns and bridges can help correct bite issues by properly distributing chewing forces across your teeth.
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Dental implants are a common treatment for tooth loss. They can improve your ability to eat, chew, and speak, and can also help preserve your jawbone.
Reasons to get dental implants:
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Improve your confidence: You can smile, eat, and engage in social activities without worrying about how they look.
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Support your bite: Implants can help support your bite and keep nearby teeth stable.
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Restore your smile: Implants can look, feel, and function like your natural teeth.
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Improve your ability to eat: You can eat whatever you want without worrying about food getting trapped in your teeth.
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Prevent bone loss: Implants fuse to your jawbone and stabilize it, which helps prevent bone loss and facial sagging.
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Improve your speech: You can talk without whistling or sliding your tongue into an odd space.
Dental implants may be a good option if you:
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Have missing teeth
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Have a bridge that needs to be replaced
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Have dentures that slip, click, or keep you from eating what you want
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Have bite problems or pain because of a missing tooth
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Feel self-conscious about your smile
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COSMETIC DENTISTRY
Teeth whitening can improve your smile, boost your confidence, and improve your oral health.
Smile
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Brighter smile: Teeth whitening can remove stains from coffee, wine, and other foods and drinks
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Younger appearance: A brighter smile can make you appear more youthful and vibrant
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More attractive: A survey found that 96% of adults believe an attractive smile makes a person more appealing
Confidence
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Social opportunities: A great smile can make you appear more open, friendly, and happy
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Career opportunities: A bright smile can make a positive impression in interviews and meetings
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Self-esteem: A brighter smile can boost your self-esteem and make you feel better about yourself
Oral health
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Cavity prevention: Teeth whitening can help prevent tooth decay and other problems
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Gum disease prevention: Teeth whitening can help protect against gum disease
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Better oral care: You might take better care of your teeth after whitening them
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Veneers are thin, tooth-colored shells that are bonded to the front surface of teeth to improve their appearance. They are used to cover up cosmetic imperfections such as:
Chips or cracks, Gaps between teeth, Discoloration, Crooked teeth, and Small or misshapen teeth.
Veneers are made from porcelain or composite resin and are custom-made to fit each individual tooth. They are a minimally invasive procedure that can provide significant aesthetic improvements.
Clear aligners are a type of orthodontic treatment that uses transparent, removable trays to gradually straighten teeth. They are an alternative to traditional metal braces and offer a more discreet and aesthetic option for orthodontic correction.
Meet Dr. Tamulewicz
Esteemed Dentist, Dr. Barbara Tamulewicz, appears on the cover of the 2024 “Top Industry Experts” Magazine representing dentistry for the state of New York.
Dr. Tamulewicz has over 30 years of expertise in her field and has received this recognition for her dedication and ability to provide outstanding care to her patients year after year.
Approved by her patients who applaud her expertise, bedside manner, and trustworthiness, she was first featured as a
“Top Patient Preferred Dentist” in 2017 and was ranked #1 in Dentistry before millions of viewers on the Thomson Reuter’s Building in Times Square, New York City in 2017 and again in 2018.
She appeared on the cover of the prestigious, nationally and internationally recognized health journal, Preferred Health Magazine, 2020, on the cover of PHM’s Best in Medicine, 2021, and listed among the Top 50 Most Distinguished Professionals in Medicine, 2022. In 2023, she received the “Empowered Women in Medicine” award for her unwavering dedication to dentistry, educating her patients, and training future professionals in her field.
Dr. Tamulewicz employs the latest advancements in treatments including all facets of general and cosmetic dentistry, root canal therapy, crowns, bridges, veneers, implants, and oral surgeries. She specializes in removable and fixed prosthodontics, oral surgery, periodontal surgery, and restorative dentistry.
In addition to her private practice in Brooklyn, Dr. Tamulewicz serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor to New York Medical College residents and is affiliated with the Metropolitan Hospital Center, where she is also attending physician teaching operating room guidelines.
Dr. Tamulewicz’s successful career in dentistry began in 1995 when she graduated from New York University's Medical College. She then obtained her Doctorate in Dental Surgery and continued to complete her internship there as well. She completed her Fellowship with Coler-Goldwater Specialty Hospital located in New York, NY.
To stay abreast of the latest advancements in dentistry,
Dr. Tamulewicz maintains professional memberships with the American Dental Association, and the New York State Dental Association- and is a Laureate of the American Academy of Dental Sciences.
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