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Understanding the Dangers of Sleep Apnea

Are you one of the at least 18 million Americans with sleep apnea? Many people are diagnosed after the person they live with complains about their snoring. While snoring might be the biggest problem your sleep apnea causes for those who sleep near you, untreated sleep apnea poses more troubling dangers to your own health. That’s why the providers at Dental […]

I’m Nervous About Getting an Implant

Nervous about getting a dental implant? You’re not alone. Even though the procedure is safe and effective, with a success rate over 95%, many people have anxiety about the implant process. At Dental Studios in Summit and Westfield, New Jersey, our experienced dentists have used dental implants — including the innovative All-on-4® system — to successfully replace missing or diseased teeth for countless […]

How to Care for Your Teeth Between Professional Dental Cleanings

You know that regular dental cleanings at least twice a year are important for your oral health. These visits offer a chance for your dental care team to remove harmful plaque and tartar from your teeth and assess the overall health of your teeth and gums.  At Dental Studios in Summit and Westfield, New Jersey, our dentists want you to enjoy […]

5 Amazing Benefits of Dental Implants You May Not Know

There are plenty of reasons why 5 million dental implants are placed in patients annually in the United States alone.  Not only are dental implants permanent, but they also re-create the symbiotic relationship between the root of a tooth and the bone of the jaw. Without this interaction, you can lose jawbone tissue over time. Those aren’t the only […]

5 Reasons to Consider Veneers

Even the slightest smile imperfections can significantly affect your self-confidence. And no wonder! Your smile is one of the most noticeable and memorable things about you. If dental flaws are taking a toll, there’s an excellent fix that can restore your smile — veneers.  At Dental Studios in Summit and Westfield, New Jersey, our skilled dentists — Daniel Butensky, DMD, […]

What Are Inlays and Onlays?

You may already be familiar with many types of dental restoration services, like fillings, veneers, crowns, and implants. But many people aren’t familiar with inlays and onlays and the benefits they provide for damaged and decayed teeth.  Our dentists — Daniel Butensky, DMD, Stephen T. Busby, DDS, and Meirrel Hosny, DDS — at Dental Studios provide patients in Summit and Westfield, New Jersey, with […]

Are The Stains on My Teeth Permanent?

Dental stains can affect your self-esteem and make you want to cover your less-than-pearly whites. While many tooth stains you see reside on the surface of your teeth, other discoloration can come from deeper within your tooth. At Dental Studios in Summit and Westfield, New Jersey, many of our patients with stained teeth wonder if the discoloration […]

When Would I Need a Crown?

Dental crowns are custom-made, tooth-shaped dental prosthetics designed to fit comfortably over your entire tooth. Crowns can be made from a variety of materials, including porcelain, ceramics, resin, stainless steel, gold, or a metal alloy.  If you’ve been told you need a crown to preserve your oral health, you’re not alone. The American Academy of Implant Dentistry reports that over […]

When Are All-on-4® Dental Implants the Best Solution for Me?

Are you missing several teeth? More than 36 million American adults do not have any teeth, but while knowing you’re not alone may help you feel better, it doesn’t solve the problems that missing teeth bring.  Missing teeth can interrupt your life, making normal activities like eating or talking more difficult than they should be. This issue […]

Why You’ll Love Tooth-Colored Fillings

Even the most conscientious person can end up with a cavity now and then. If you need dental work, you may worry about how your smile will be affected by fillings made from unsightly gold or amalgam, the mixture of liquid mercury and metal alloys traditionally used to repair tooth decay. Fortunately, advancements in dentistry […]