Dental Blog
Explore dental health topics and treatments with Farber Center — from gum disease and dental implants to oral hygiene and whole-body health.
Periodontal Scaling and Root Planing Removes Bacteria
Long Island periodontist Dr. Alan H. Farber explains that some patients need periodontal scaling to remove bacteria and promote long-term dental…
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Periodontal Treatment Success is a Team Effort
Periodontal treatment requires the cooperation of the patient, the general dentist, and the periodontist. This collaboration leads to a successful treatment.…
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Fluoride – A Helpful Tool for Your Oral Health
Although fluoride is not essential to every person, fluoride can be a huge help to those who have periodontal disease. Every patient…
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Missing Teeth? We’re Here to Help
Are you missing teeth? If yes, putting off replacement could mean more than ruining your smile and affecting your self-confidence. The Many…
Read article →New Technology and Compassion – Overcoming Dental Fear
Our periodontists help patients who fear the dentist with compassion and new technology. We make it our goal to ensure patients are…
Read article →Referrals & Word-of-Mouth – Our Favorite Way of Meeting You
Getting referrals from our patients is the greatest compliment we could ever receive. Here at Farber Center, we value the opinions of…
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Dentures Versus Dental Implants – The Right Decision
Dental implants stimulate bone and provide a strong bite. They are an alternative to removable dentures, which cause bone loss and…
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Ceramic Implants and Their Advantages
There are two type of dental implants on the market today, ceramic and titanium implants. Ceramic implants have been used in our…
Read article →Posture and Your Oral Health
Your posture and your bite are closely related. When any part of your body is out of alignment with the other parts,…
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Oral Cancer: Causes and Prevention
At Farber Center we have oral cancer screenings included in our routine maintenance, but how can we prevent it?
Read article →Periodontal Disease: The Warning Signs
If there is improvement, then we can reevaluate at the next hygiene visit. If their condition is staying the same, a treatment…
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Nutrition and Your Oral Health
When we think about heart disease we should take the time to consider our nutrition. There are key fruits and vegetables that…
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