Sunrise Dental Service Blog

No One Can See My Missing Tooth — Do I Really Need to Replace It?

May 23, 2025

Dental patient's smiling face reflected in hand mirror

Upon losing one of their front teeth, most people are eager to pursue tooth replacement. After all, they do not want a noticeable gap in their smile! But what if you are missing one of your back teeth? Do you really need to replace it? Yes, you certainly should! In this blog post, you will discover some of the benefits of replacing a missing molar with a dental implant or bridge.

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What Are the Benefits of Attaching Your Dentures to Dental Implants?

May 5, 2025

Portrait of confident, smiling senior man

Millions of people rely on their dentures to help them eat, speak, and smile with confidence. As great as they are, though, traditional dental prosthetics do have some drawbacks. Have you ever thought about attaching your dentures to dental implants to enhance their function? In this blog post, you will discover some of the benefits you could get from doing so. You will also learn how you can get started on the dental implant treatment process.

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How Can Cosmetic Dentistry Change Your Life? Consider 5 Benefits

April 23, 2025

Smiling woman with perfect teeth after cosmetic dentistry treatments

When you think about cosmetic dentistry, it is easy to fall into the trap of believing that its benefits are shallow or unimportant. The truth is, though, that enhancing your smile via cosmetic treatments has the potential to significantly improve your quality of life! How can it do so? This blog post considers five distinct ways.

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What Are the Benefits of Visiting a Family Dentist?

April 7, 2025

Happy family posing with dental team member

There are a lot of dentists in Long Island. They have different focuses and try to appeal to patients of varying needs and preferences. Here at Sunrise Dental Service located in Bohemia, we choose to take a family-oriented approach to oral care. We welcome patients of virtually all ages to visit us! What are some of the advantages you can enjoy when you visit a family dentist? This blog post discusses a few.

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How Can I Fix a Gap Between My Two Front Teeth?

March 25, 2025

Woman's smile before and after fixing gap between teeth

Ideally, your teeth should be positioned in a way where they are touching each other without being crowded or overlapping. But what if you have extra space between your two front teeth? This issue, known as midline diastema, might make you feel self-conscious about your appearance. Is that something that cosmetic dentistry can fix? Yes! Let’s talk about what can cause diastema and your potential treatment options.

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What Do Dental Veneers Look and Feel Like?

March 15, 2025

Photos showing veneers process

Veneers are an amazing way for patients in Bohemia to erase aesthetic imperfections in of their teeth. If you feel self-conscious due to issues like small gaps, misshapen teeth, discoloration, or chipped teeth, veneers might be right for you! You might hesitate to commit to the procedure, especially if you are nervous about dental treatments . It is perfectly normal to wonder what veneers look like or feel like! This blog post explains what you can expect during and after the treatment process.

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I Have a Gap Between My Teeth — Can Dental Bonding Help?

February 25, 2025

Close-up of woman's smile with gap between the front teeth

Do you have a small gap between your front teeth? Does it make you think things like, “I hide my smile” or “I can’t smile with confidence”?  While a gap or gaps between the teeth might not be doing any harm to your oral health, it might make you feel self-conscious when you smile. The good news is that treatments are available that can close or disguise that little gap. For example, you might be a candidate for dental bonding, which is also known as cosmetic bonding or direct bonding. How does this service work to close gaps, and how can you know if it is right for you? This blog post explains.

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Does Dental Insurance Ever Cover Cosmetic Dentistry?

February 15, 2025

Young couple with nice smiles

As someone who cares about your personal appearance, you might have thought at some point, “I need a smile makeover.”  Cosmetic dentistry may be able to enhance your smile! It can accomplish amazing things, from getting rid of dental stains to totally reshaping your teeth. Of course, you also have to think about your budget. Does dental insurance ever cover cosmetic dentistry? Are there other provisions that can make cosmetic services easier to afford? This blog post provides some helpful information.

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What Is the Difference Between a Traditional Root Canal and a Laser Root Canal?

January 25, 2025

When you think, “I need a root canal,” you might dislike the prospect of undergoing treatment. However, root canal therapy actually has great potential to preserve a damaged tooth. It may be able to allow you to keep your natural teeth and smile and spare you from having to pay for costly tooth replacement. But did you know that there are different tools that can be used for this treatment? Many dentists use traditional methods, but Dr. Makadia has upgraded our Bohemia dental practice to offer laser root canals. What is the difference between these two approaches? Continue reading to find out.

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What Causes Sore & Inflamed Gums?

January 15, 2025

Man lifting his lip to show his gums

“My gums hurt. “My gums bleed.” Have you ever felt that way? Do your gums feel sore, puffy, and tender? Do they tend to bleed easily when you brush your teeth? Certainly, you should visit Dr. Makadia and our Long Island dental team so we can diagnose the problem and recommend your next steps. In the meantime, you might be curious about the reason for your discomfort. What causes sore and inflamed gums? There are several possibilities:

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