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Telehealth: The Advantages of Telemedicine

Struggles to get to the clinic? Trying to reduce your exposure to COVID-19, as well as other contagious illnesses, and still need to see your doctor? Telehealth is safe and easy — receive quality care from anywhere.

Oct 7th, 2021

Composite Bonding

Does your smile have imperfections like chipped, stained, or worn down teeth? If you would like to enhance or restore the beauty of your smile, ask Dr. Wynatte Chu about composite bonding in New York, New York.

Jun 28th, 2017

Composite Fillings

When a patient has a cavity, Dr. Wynatte Chu may recommend a dental filling in New York, New York. Our dentist will remove the decayed part of the tooth and fill the area with the filling material.

Jun 28th, 2017

Invisalign®

Are your teeth crooked or crowded? Does your smile cause you embarrassment? If you would like a straighter smile, ask Dr. Wynatte Chu about Invisalign® in New York, New York.

Jun 28th, 2017

Lumineers®

Are your teeth worn down, chipped, or broken? For patients who wish to improve the color, shape, size, or length of their teeth, Dr. Wynatte Chu may recommend veneers in New York, New York.

Jun 28th, 2017

Smile Makeovers

Do you have smile imperfections like stained, chipped, or worn down teeth? Do you wish for a smile that you can be proud of?

Jun 28th, 2017

Meet Your Efficient Dentist in New York City, New York

How much do you know about our magnificent New York City? Did you know that it is the most populous city in the United States?

Jun 13th, 2017

Set up Your Smile for Summer Success with Root Canal Therapy

Set up your smile for summer success with root canal therapy.

May 31st, 2017

Not All Smiles Are Complete, so Use a Dental Bridge to Help

Is your smile missing a few of its pearly white members? Are you a few stacks short of a complete dental deck? Not all smiles are complete, so use a dental bridge to help.

May 8th, 2017

Where Tooth Brushing Fails, Flossing Saves the Day

Did you know that where tooth brushing fails, flossing saves the day? Brushing your teeth is a first-rate habit to combat tooth decay and gum disease, but unfortunately, it is not enough.

Apr 27th, 2017

Choose a Dental Crown for Your Smile

If one of your teeth becomes damaged or badly decayed, Dr. Wynatte Chu may recommend a dental crown in New York, New York, to return your tooth to its former glory.

Apr 10th, 2017

Come Get Your Regular Oral Health Screenings and Dental Cleanings

While going to the dentist or scheduling appointments may not be a lot of fun, they are a necessary component in maintaining your oral health.

Mar 22nd, 2017

How Dental Bridges can Restore Your Smile and Confidence

If you are missing one or more teeth, you know how uncomfortable and inconvenient it can make some parts of your life.

Mar 8th, 2017

Oral Health Care Habits for the Elderly

A healthy mouth at an old age can provide lasting benefits in all aspects of your life.

Feb 24th, 2017

Dental Sealants Can Help Prevent Occlusal Cavities on Your Child’s Back Teeth

Growing up comes with a lot of changes to your child’s physiology. One of the more notable experiences is the gradual replacement of the 20 baby teeth with their 32 adult teeth.

Feb 13th, 2017

A Crown Restoration Might Be Needed to Treat a Fractured Tooth

Smile Makeovers A Crown Restoration Might Be Needed to Treat a Fractured Tooth Posted January 20, 2017. As hard as your tooth enamel is, there are still some situations that can cause a fracture in one or more teeth.

Jan 20th, 2017

Fluoride Exposure Improves the Mineral Density of Tooth Enamel

Your teeth are complex biological mineral structures composed of many layers. Tooth enamel is the outermost layer. It is intended to be strong enough to chew and grind food and protect the sensitive internal structures of the tooth.

Jan 5th, 2017

How to Keep Your Child’s Oral Health in Top-Notch Condition

Did you know it’s important to clean your child’s teeth so they can have a healthy smile in New York, New York? Well, it’s true!

Dec 20th, 2016

Dental Implants and Their Many Advantages

The holiday season’s greetings are in full swing once more. If you have a little extra time to spare during the holidays, it would be a good time to get your oral health back in good standing.

Dec 7th, 2016

A Crown Needs Daily Brushing and Flossing

Your new dental crown is essentially a replica of the tooth enamel layer of your previously decayed or damaged tooth.

Nov 18th, 2016

How to Care for a Dental Bridge

Do you have a dental bridge in New York, New York? If so, it’s important to take very good care of it.

Nov 10th, 2016

Keep your teeth Healthy for Halloween

Some people think of Halloween as a scary time of year, and if you eat too many sweets, it very well could end up that way.

Oct 20th, 2016

Prescription-Strength Fluoride Toothpaste Can Strengthen Tooth Enamel Daily

Your tooth enamel is made of microscopic mineral crystals. While this makes tooth enamel very strong, it is not impervious to enamel erosion caused by acidic foods and beverages and the bacteria in your mouth.

Oct 13th, 2016

A Toothache Is a Symptom of a Larger Problem That Needs Timely Treatment

A deep ache inside a tooth or in your gums is commonly referred to as a toothache. While you might be able to apply topical oral analgesic to the gums for temporary relief, the toothache is likely a symptom of a more serious problem that needs treatment.

Sep 26th, 2016

A Tooth Knocked Out from a Blow to the Face Can Be Restored by Installing a Bridge

It’s an unfortunate truth that there are still some athletes today that forgo wearing a quality mouth guard to protect their teeth during contact sports.

Aug 23rd, 2016

Removing a Piece of Food Stuck Between Your Teeth

Pretty much everyone has had a small piece of food like meat fibers, popcorn hulls, fruit peels and even small hard seeds to become lodged between your teeth while you’re eating.

Jul 28th, 2016

Restore Your Healthy Smile with Composite Fillings

At the dental practice of Dr. Wynatte Chu in New York, New York, we are pleased to offer composite dental fillings for our patients choosing a dental restoration for their smile.

Jul 11th, 2016

Make Your Teeth Stronger and Healthier

If you could look at your tooth enamel and see it on a microscopic level, you would find that it is composed of densely packed mineral crystals.

Jun 14th, 2016

Take Proper Care of a Knocked-Out Tooth

There are many things that can potentially impart enough force to severe the periodontal ligaments anchoring your teeth in place and cause the tooth to be knocked out of its socket.

May 25th, 2016

Do I Really Need to Use Fluoride?

It seems like every day we hear about some new thing that will make a miraculous difference for our health. Whether they are actually effective needs to be determined by time.

May 11th, 2016

Caring for Bonded Teeth

Are you dissatisfied with the appearance of your smile? If you have minor smile flaws, Dr. Wynatte Chu may recommend dental bonding in New York, New York.

Apr 26th, 2016

Why You Shouldn’t Bite Your Nails

If you’re under the age of 18 and have a tendency to bite your nails, you’re not alone. Forty-five percent of adolescents suffer from Onychphagia, or a nail biting habit.

Apr 7th, 2016

Why You May Want to Hold off on Oral Piercings

If you have ever wanted to make a fashion statement by having an oral piercing, whether on your lips or tongue, take the time to evaluate the health risks involved.

Mar 18th, 2016

Using Spring Cleaning to Brighten Your Smile

With winter on its way out, spring is steadily approaching and if you a big fan of spring cleaning, now is the time to sweep out the old, refresh what’s left, and welcome in the new!

Mar 1st, 2016

Finding a Dental Floss for Daily Use

To avoid gum disease and dental caries, you will need to take steps every single day. Every time you eat or drink, your mouth may be filled with oral debris; particles are left behind, bacteria accumulate and sticky plaque collects on teeth and around the

Feb 11th, 2016

Keep Germs From Your Mouth

You probably know that there are germs everywhere, but would you be surprised to learn that some people introduce more germs into their mouth than they need to? Sadly, it’s a fact: germs are often introduced into the mouth during brushing.

Jan 27th, 2016

Is Soda So Bad for Your Teeth?

Did you know that enamel—the outer layer of your teeth—is harder than any other substance in your body.

Jan 18th, 2016

What to Eat When Your Mouth Is Healing

If your mouth is sore from new braces or recovering from oral surgery and your mouth is tender and sore, you will want to take extra care with the foods you eat while your mouth is healing.

Dec 30th, 2015

Laugh Instead of Cry at the Dental Office With Nitrous Oxide

Are you nervous about your upcoming appointment with us? If so, there’s no need! With the modern technology in the dental world today, we have the tools and talent to get you through your appointment with success.

Dec 15th, 2015

Make Brushing Time Fun

Do you know when you should start worrying about your child’s oral health?

Nov 23rd, 2015

The Causes Behind Your Bleeding Gums

When it comes to bleeding gums, there are many things that could be causing it. It is very important that you do not ignore this occurrence if it happens.

Nov 6th, 2015

Losing Baby Teeth

Many people do not realize the importance of baby teeth. In addition to affecting eating, appearance, and speech, the primary teeth guide the permanent teeth into their correct positions.

Oct 19th, 2015

Is Chewing Gum Good for Your Teeth?

Have you ever noticed the ADA seal of approval? It’s fairly common on products like toothpaste, toothbrushes, and mouthwashes, and even on a pack of gum?

Sep 29th, 2015

Don’t Make These Brushing Mistakes

We all know that brushing and flossing your teeth is the best thing you can do for your smile, but did you know that many Americans make mistakes when they brush their teeth?

Aug 25th, 2015

The Essentials for Healthy Teeth

Your toothbrush, toothpaste, floss and mouthwash are all considered essentials for healthy and strong teeth. But which product for each of these essentials is considered the best?

Aug 6th, 2015

Snap On A New Smile With Snap-On Smile®

Do you cover your mouth when you laugh? Are your smiles always close-lipped in family photos? Do you wish that with just enough brushing and flossing, the color and shape of your teeth would change?

Jul 15th, 2015

Five Foods to Eat if You Want Unhealthy Teeth

While brushing and flossing every day is the best way to keep your teeth clean, why not add a little extra cleanliness by watching what you eat and drink?

Jun 10th, 2015

Tooth Sensitivity: The Root of the Problem

Tooth sensitivity is common among many Americans. So common, in fact, that the American Dental Association estimates approximately 40 million people in the United States deal with mild to severe tooth sensitivity.

May 18th, 2015