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Steven E. Roth, DMD

Steven E. Roth, DMDSteven E. Roth, DMD

Dentist

Dentistry

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Contact

Telephone:
Address:
212-752-6537
220 East 63rd Street
Lobby F
New York, NY 10065
 

www.CosmaLite.com

Bio

Steven E. Roth, DMD, is a founding member of the prestigious cosmetic dental practice SmilesNY, in the heart of New York City.  Roth is a leading authority on comprehensive, restorative, and implant dentistry.  Roth is the developer of Cosmalite, www.cosmalite.com, a temporary esthetic solution for patients considering cosmetic dentistry.  

Roth earned his dental degree from the University of Pennsylvania in 1985 and was the chief resident at the Beth Israel Medical Center in New York.  Roth practices with his longtime partners, Kenneth Fishman, DMD, and Timothy Chase, DMD. Visit www.smilesny.com for practice information.

Roth attends and presents dental continuing education throughout the United States. He is a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, and he is a teaching mentor at Spear Education in Scottsdale, Ariz.

Roth has written numerous articles and chapters for various dental publications, and he contributed a chapter to A More Beautiful You: Reverse Aging through Skin Care, Plastic Surgery, and Lifestyle Solutions. Roth is working on his latest publication, titled  Sexy Teeth: Why You Need Them and How to Get Them.

Credentials

Organization Affiliations:
  • American Dental Association
  • American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
 

My Answers

Q. Can you get dental implants if you grind your teeth?
A. Yes, but a very specific design will help maintain those implants and a night guard appliance may need to be worn.
Q. I bite my inner cheeks at night while I’m sleeping. How can I stop doing this so the sores will heal?
A. It's tough to stop. But I have found that when my patients wear their custom form-fitted night guards, they will stop biting their cheeks.
Q. How can I improve my denture bite?
A. Wearing and functioning with dentures can be very difficult. I would strongly recommend consulting with a dentist about adding a few implants to the...
Q. Which toothpastes are good for a 2-year-old?
A. It takes many years before children develop the fine motor coordination they need to do a good tooth brushing job. Some dentists advise that parents...
Q. How safe is the whitening process? Is it effective long-term?
A. The most important step in the whitening process is to make sure you are a good candidate for the whitening. There are many effective and safe...
Q. What effect can jewelry and diamonds (“bling”) have on teeth? I was trying to tell my student why he shouldn’t get them.
A. The problem with putting “bling” on your teeth is that it becomes an area that attracts plaque, sugar, and acid, which can lead to tooth decay...
Q. After going through chemotherapy for five years, I now experience burning in my mouth. How can relieve these symptoms?
A. Chemotherapy knocks out the saliva glands. Saliva lubricates the teeth and protects against acid, decay, and gum disease. When the saliva is...
Q. I brush my teeth regularly, but I’m not a big-time flosser. What are some tips for making daily flossing simple & fast?
A. There are numerous floss aids and products on the market. But you should ask your dental hygienist to help you with proper technique. And remember...
Q. I only remove my upper denture to clean it. The top of my mouth is now sensitive and bleeds when I brush. What is this?
A. Over-wearing your dentures can cause a fungal infection of the mouth. See your dentist immediately for treatment and for a denture cleaning.
Q. I'm getting so many cavities, and I want to know how I can prevent them. I brush, use mouthwash, and floss.
A. If you brush, use mouthwash, and floss, you should go over your technique and your diet with a dental professional. It could be that the acid content...
Q. What is the best color for full porcelain dentures?
A. Some say match the tone of the whites of your eyes. But it’s best to review this with the doctor who is fabricating your dentures.
Q. Should I be stimulating my baby’s gums with those finger tools? When should I start brushing her teeth?
A. The sooner the better! At birth, start cleaning your child’s gums with a soft infant toothbrush, or a cloth and water. As soon as the teeth begin to...
Q. I read that brushing too hard is bad. Over the past 2 months, my teeth have become rather yellow. Is this tooth damage?
A. Most likely it’s time for a professional cleaning. Aggressive brushing is bad because of possible abrasion of the teeth. But the yellowing is most...
Q. I have developed a receding gum line. What can I do to address it?
A. See your dentist for an evaluation. There are terrific grafting procedures available to correct these problems. Gum tissue is the only barrier...
Q. How can I fight dental problems while taking antidepressants? How do I prevent tooth loss or other oral side effects?
A. Some antidepressants dry out your mouth. But most times, this only lasts for the first couple of months. Fluoride supplements and xylitol chewing gum...
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