Patient articles
Straight answers to the questions patients ask us most, written by our office and reviewed by Dr. Ed.
- Custom Mouthguards for Long Island Athletes Why a custom-fitted mouthguard protects better than a store-bought one, which sports need one, and how we make them in Lake Ronkonkoma.
- Using Dental Insurance at a Fee-for-Service Dentist What fee-for-service means, how out-of-network dental benefits reimburse you, and three questions to ask your insurer before your visit.
- Night Guards for Teeth Grinding and Clenching Signs you might be grinding your teeth at night, what a custom night guard does, and when it is worth getting one. From Dr. Filangeri in Lake Ronkonkoma.
- What Dental X-Rays Show Your Dentist Bitewings, periapicals and 3D scans each show something different. What your dentist looks for, how often you need x-rays, and how low the dose is.
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516 Hawkins Ave, Lake Ronkonkoma. Free parking beside the office.