Henry Young, DDS
415 73rd Street
Brooklyn, New York 11209
718-238-7878
Office Hours:
Monday: | By Appointment |
Tuesday: | By Appointment |
Wednesday: | By Appointment |
Thursday: | Closed |
Friday: | Closed |
Saturday: | By Appointment |
Services from our Bay Ridge Dentist
Dr. Henry Young provides the highest quality of Dental Care to his patients located in Bay Ridge and Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Call us our Bay Ridge office today at (718) 238-7878 to schedule an appointment today.
From routine cleanings and fillings to cosmetic and implant dentistry, our dental office is equipped to handle all of your dental needs. To help you understand your options, we have included on this page descriptions of some of our leading services.
Initial Oral Examination
Your first visit at our office is very important in establishing your oral health baseline. Dr. Young will perform a complete oral examination which includes an oral cancer screening, periodontal evaluation, an analysis of your occlusion (bite) and a thorough examination of your teeth, their supporting structures and of the oral anatomy.
Radiography
Using the most advanced dental technology possible is just as important as staying up-to-date on the latest treatment techniques. Because our practice is dedicated to providing you with the safest and most convenient treatment options available, we utilize advanced digital X-ray technology in our office. Digital X-rays provide several advanced imaging options designed to save time, provide clearer dental photos, and expose patients to 90% less radiation than with traditional X-ray technology.
The Preventive Program
Both natural teeth and teeth with restorations survive best in an oral environment that is clean and where the intake of harmful foods is controlled. Our dental hygiene program is designed to help prevent new cavities, preserve teeth that have been restored and manage periodontal disease. At the initial visit with our hygienist, oral hygiene instructions are reviewed and are reinforced at subsequent recall visits. Dr. Young recommends that each patient be seen at least twice a year for a dental prophylaxis.
Fillings
Traditional dental restorations, or fillings, include amalgams and composite. The strength and durability of traditional dental materials make them useful for situations where restored teeth must withstand extreme forces that result from chewing, such as in the back of the mouth.
Newer dental fillings include ceramic and plastic compounds that mimic the appearance of natural teeth. These compounds, often called composite resins, are usually used on the front teeth where a natural appearance is important, but they can also be used on the back teeth depending on the location and extent of the tooth decay.
Root Canal Treatment
Root canal therapy is needed when the pulp of a tooth is affected by decay or infection. This treatment can save your natural teeth and prevent the need of dental implants or bridges. Symptoms of the infection are generally acute dental pain or sensitivity to hot, cold or percussion. If you experience any of these symptoms, we will most likely recommend root canal therapy to eliminate the diseased pulp. This injured pulp is removed and the root canal system is thoroughly cleaned and sealed. This therapy usually involves local anesthesia and may be completed in one or more visits depending on the treatment required. Success for this type of treatment occurs in about 90% of cases.
Crowns & Caps
The terms crowns and caps are synonymous. Crowns are typically used to restore a tooth's function and appearance following a restorative procedure such as a root canal. When decay in a tooth has become so advanced that large portions of the tooth must be removed, crowns are often used to restore the tooth.
Crowns are also used to attach bridges, cover implants, prevent a cracked tooth from becoming worse, or an existing filling is in jeopardy of becoming loose or dislocated. Crowns also serve an aesthetic use, and are applied when a discolored or stained tooth needs to be restored to its natural appearance.
Crowns are fabricated in a laboratory and are made either of porcelain baked onto a metal substrate, all-porcelain, or many of the new ceramic materials that have been developed.
Bridges and Dentures
A bridge may be used to replace missing teeth, help maintain the shape of your face, and alleviate stress on your bite.
A bridge replaces missing teeth with artificial teeth, looks great, and literally bridges the gap where one or more teeth may have been. Your bridge can be made from gold, alloys, porcelain, or a combination of these materials and is bonded onto surrounding teeth for support.
There are two basic types of bridges. A fixed bridge is a cemented bridge which remains in your mouth at all times and is supported by your natural teeth. Removable bridges (partials and full dentures) are removed from the mouth several times a day for cleaning and rest on the gum where the missing teeth are being replaced.
Implant Restoration
Dental implants are designed to provide a foundation for replacement teeth that look, feel and function like natural teeth. The person who has lost teeth regains the ability to eat virtually anything and can smile with confidence, knowing that teeth appear natural and that facial contours will be preserved. The implants themselves are tiny titanium posts that are placed into the jawbone where teeth are missing. The bone bonds with the titanium, creating a strong foundation for artificial teeth. In addition, implants can help preserve facial structure, preventing the bone deterioration that occurs when teeth are missing.
If, like many others, you feel implant dentistry might be the optimal solution for your missing teeth or new smile, we refer you for an implant consultation. Implant dentistry require close collaboration between implant surgeons and lab technicians.
Veneers
Gaps, chips, stains, or misshapen teeth can now be treated with wonderful results and very conservatively using porcelain veneers. Veneers are natural in appearance, and are a perfect alternative for patients wanting to make minor adjustments to the look and feel of their smile. Veneers are thin, custom-made shells made from tooth-colored materials (such as porcelain) designed to cover the front side of your teeth.
Tooth Whitening
Our at-home bleaching system will make your teeth whiter in easy applications with outstanding results achieved in just days.
Treatment of Sleep Apnea
For patients that suffer from obstructive sleep apnea, we offer treatment using oral appliances. These oral appliances are worn during sleep and are designed to stop the tongue and soft tissues in the back of the throat from blocking the flow of air. They are non-invasive, small, comfortable, and easy to transport.
Snoring Treatment
Snoring is a common and annoying problem that is treated by many cosmetic dentists. Depending on the severity of your snoring, treatment can vary greatly. Changes including refraining from alcohol and caffeine at night, losing weight, changing position of pillows, or dietary modifications may be all that is needed. However, some patients with severe cases may benefit from a specially designed oral appliance, which prevents airway blockage. More severe cases may require surgery to prevent upper airway obstruction.