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White, Orange Spots on Your Teeth | Our Approach to Treatment

Dr. Jake N. Shapiro — Wed, 21 May 2025 20:31:53 GMT

How to Get Rid of White and Orange Spots on Your Teeth

Having a bright, healthy smile is something many of us strive for, but sometimes, white and orange spots can appear on our teeth, making us feel self-conscious. These spots are often the result of various dental conditions, including hypomineralization, fluorosis, or the presence of orthodontic brackets. Fortunately, there are effective treatments available to reduce or eliminate these spots, such as microabrasion and ICON by DMG. In this blog post, we’ll explore the causes of white and orange spots on your teeth and discuss how these treatments can help restore your smile.

Decreasing Sensitivity During Whitening | Our Approach

Dr. Jake N. Shapiro — Wed, 12 Feb 2025 17:35:12 GMT

A New Way to Reduce Sensitivity During Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening is one of the most popular cosmetic dental procedures, offering a brighter, more confident smile. However, one common downside of whitening treatments is tooth sensitivity, which can cause discomfort for many patients. At our practice, we’re always looking for ways to improve patient comfort and satisfaction. That’s why we’re excited to introduce a new method that significantly reduces sensitivity during and after whitening procedures.

Smart Mirror in Dentistry | iSmile's Innovative Approach

Dr. Jake N. Shapiro — Tue, 20 Jul 2021 06:18:17 GMT

We are introducing new cutting-edge technology into our iSmile office that will transform your next dental appointment. Introducing SmartMirror—the brightest and most advanced dental mirror. With SmartMirror, we can get a crystal-clear view of your mouth and share the experience with you in real-time. This smart dental mirror allows us to do our job while capturing it all on camera and providing bright light. You won’t find this dental smart mirror technology anywhere else.

9 Tips For Healthy Teeth and Gums - Best Dental Care | iSmile

Dr. Jake N. Shapiro — Fri, 05 Jun 2020 10:24:19 GMT

As the COVID-19 pandemic has made the entire world its hostage, each one of us is now trying to find some normality in this unknown world.

What Happens When You Don't Care For Your Teeth? iSmile

Dr. Jake N. Shapiro — Fri, 29 May 2020 06:44:14 GMT

Oral health is not a joke and should never be taken lightly. What most people do not realize is that when you have poor oral health, it affects the overall health of an individual too. Thankfully enough studies have been conducted over the last two to three decades that emphasize the importance of oral health and why it is as important as the general health of the body.

Probiotics for Oral Health: Myth or Reality? | iSmile

Dr. Jake N. Shapiro — Fri, 22 May 2020 11:25:55 GMT

Dental probiotics are perceived as a controversial topic in the dental field. While some people talk about the many advantages they bring, others claim oral probiotics are nothing but a myth. In this article, we intend to help you in figuring out whether dental probiotics are worth it or not. Let’s get started with the basics.

Dental Calculus | Removing plaque and tartar from teeth | iSmile

Dr. Jake N. Shapiro — Fri, 15 May 2020 10:40:03 GMT

Have you been brushing your teeth regularly lately but your teeth still don't look white? If yes, there is a chance that you might have dental calculus. Dental calculus is generally known as teeth tartar. As it is a crusty deposit, it traps stains on the surface of teeth, which causes discoloration of teeth.

What is dental calculus?

What are Stem cell dental implants - Can you regrow teeth with it?

Dr. Jake N. Shapiro — Thu, 07 May 2020 11:30:20 GMT

Although losing teeth in an unfortunate occurrence, it is not uncommon. Sometimes people lose their teeth in a car accident or when they fail to take care of their teeth in the right way. It is interesting to note that according to the stats shared by the Underground Health Report, 26% of individuals have lost all of their permanent teeth as they reach the age of 75.

What Dental Procedures to follow during Corona virus - iSmile Nyc

Dr. Jake N. Shapiro — Thu, 30 Apr 2020 12:41:39 GMT

The virus was officially given its name on February 11, 2020, by the World Health Organization. The abbreviation of coronavirus is COVID-19. It is important to note here that it is a new type of disease and has not been previously seen or recorded in humans. Currently, Coronavirus has killed more than 10,000

Vitamin D Deficiency: Dental Implant Failure | iSmile

Dr. Jake N. Shapiro — Thu, 23 Apr 2020 17:34:14 GMT

If you recently got a dental surgery and it is not healing, you might be Vitamin D deficient.