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Morey Furman, DDS,PC
Garden City, NY
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Aetna Life Insurance Company
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Principal Financial Group
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Metlife Insurance Company of Connecticut
About
Bio
Practicing dentistry since 1984, Dr. Furman is a pioneer in high tech dentistry, Dr. Furman is a
charter member with Mastership
Status in the Academy of Laser Dentistry. He has published several articles on the use of lasers and cosmetic
dentistry.Utilizing 28 years of cosmetic and high tech dental experience, Dr.
Furman is well known for personalized quality care with an emphasis on
cosmetic dentistry and the application of the latest materials,
techniques and innovations to design dazzling smiles for his patients.
His goal is always to provide patients with the very best care and
treatment that dentistry has to offer.
SpecialtiesDoctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Dentistry
Languages spoken
English
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Many things : Many things cause an increase in salivary production.
Dentures that are new or don't fit well
gastroesophageal reflux disease.
Infe... Read More
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It reduces cavities: When Fluoride is absorbed into the body of a child developing teeth, the Fluoride gets incorporated into the calcified matrix of dental enamel. This F... Read More
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Get annual checkups: You should have an oral cancer screening every year . Oral cancer represents 5% of all cancers. If caught early survival rate is very high with minima... Read More
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With ice: There are certain pacifiers that can be frozen before use.
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No: 5% of all cancers are oral cancer. Although smoking is a main factor, just as in lung cancer, you don't have to smoke to develop oral cancer. You shou... Read More
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Shift teeth: If your baby doesn't have teeth, then the pacifer if fine. If you use a pacifier while teeth are present, the constant force on the teeth from the pa... Read More
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A 33-year-old female asked:
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Possibly: You should see a dentist to rule out any oral causes of your bad breath. If you have chronic sinus infections due to your nasal polyps and you have a ... Read More
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See an orthodontist: An orthodontist is a dentist who specializes in tooth movement and the correction of occlusion (the bite). Many general dentists (regular dentists) do... Read More
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Do nothing: You have a lot of sensory nerve receptors in the tongue. Your tongue is always curious about new things in the mouth. Over time you will get used to t... Read More
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Possibly: Side effect of some blood pressure medication is dry mouth.
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See a dentist: Symptoms of tmd include, clicking, poping, or pain in your jaw. Translocation to one side or another and/or limited opening. You should be evaluated b... Read More
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A 41-year-old member asked:
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Yes: If an adult uses a pacifer it will push their front teeth out., giving them crooked "buck" teeth.
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A 20-year-old female asked:
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Try antiviral med: If your symptoms are as severe as you say, you might want to have your dentist prescribe antiviral medication like zovirax (acyclovir) to help. Also ... Read More
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Wait a week: You may have been given medication for pain or an antibotic. These medications don't mix well with alcohol. Also after anextraction, you have an open ... Read More
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See a dentist: If an adult tooth erupts behind a baby tooth, the baby tooth should be extracted asap. The retained baby tooth prevents the permanent tooth from movin... Read More
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See a dentist: If you had a root canal and over time, it still is uncomfortable, there could still be something going on. Its possible there is an infection presen... Read More
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A 34-year-old member asked:
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Code for gum surgery: Not sure exactly what you are asking, but 4240 is the ada code for gum surgery.
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See a doctor: Your are obviously sick with some sort of viral or bacterial infection. Sinus pressure, headache, nasal congestion, sore teeth, are all symptoms of a ... Read More
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Yes: The chemicals used to prepare the teeth for sealants are often in gel form. And no, sealants do not damage your teeth.
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You are Bruxing: If you wake up with jaw pain the subsides after to get up, chances are your are grinding your teeth at night while you sleep (bruxism). You should see... Read More
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Yes: If you have a dental abcess in a upper front tooth (inciscor or canine) it is possible to get swelling under the eye. This can be a very dangerous in... Read More
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See a dentist: Bleaching does not cause bleeding gums. Your bleaching tray might be too tight or you may have gum disease. You should be evaluated by a dentist.
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See an orthodontist: You didn't say when the last time you saw your dentist. Some pain with braces is normal and a mild pain reliever like aspril or advil (ibuprofen) shou... Read More
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Cosmetic dentist: There are several cosmetic dental proceedures which canbe used to correct your "buckteethoverbite". The first step would be to get a consultation with... Read More
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No: The anchor tooth is critical for a bridge. But, there may be other options such as implants. See a dentist for a consultation
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Yes: Cold sores are caused by a virus. (herpes simplex1). Eruptions of this virus are vasicular (blister).
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No medication: Do your gums bleed? The best treatment for periodontitis is a through professional dental cleaning. All the tartar (hard deposits) and plaque (soft de... Read More
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Yes: The nerve that supplies the face runs across the upper and lower jaw. Damage to the TMJ joint, could cause inflamation of the nerve leading to a ting... Read More
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See a dentist: Wisdom teeth often become infected and painful because there is no room in the jaw for them to grow in properly. You should see and dentist. You most ... Read More
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See a dentist first: This can be something simple or something difficult to diagnose. Your dentist can evaluate you and recommend some treatment alternatives. If necessary... Read More
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Yes: Dental work has no ill effect on pregnancy.
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A 19-year-old female asked:
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See a dentist: Bleeding gums are a sigh of gum disease. Gum recession, (where the roots of your teeth become exposed)is also a sign of gum disease. You should see a ... Read More
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Yes: You are not saying why you are rinsing with salt water. If it is to sooth your gums or reduce inflamation in your gums then you are better off removin... Read More
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Yes: Although your teeth are in bone, they are not set in stone. It is normal to have a slight mobitity in your teetth.
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No: Methadone will have no effect on the extraction of teeth. It will however interfear with the efficacy of the general anesthesia. Be sure to let the or... Read More
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Try a water pik: It is very difficult to floss teeth with braces. I recommend using a water pil to my patients with braces to clean around the brackets and under the w... Read More
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Many things: Disclocation of the disc caused be caused by trauma or something like over opening your mouth too wide. Imj syndrome is often caused by bruxism. (unco... Read More
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See a dentist: You have inflamation of your gums. It is not normal or healthy for your gums to bleed while brushing or flossing. You should see your dentist and have... Read More
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It takes time: It takes several weeks for a blood blister to resolve. Sucking on something cold such as ice or ices will make it feel better.
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Yes: Chlorhexidine digluconate is a much stronger antimicrobial than the gluconate form.
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Cosmetic dentist: There are surgical procedures to reduce the amount of visible gum when you smile and your teeth could be enlarged with porcelain veneers or crowns.
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With implants: If your bridge is loose and the back supporting tooth (abutment ) is loose, you no longer have adequate support for a bridge. If you are looking for a... Read More
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See a dentist: Pyorrhea or periodontitis is an infection of the gums and supporting structure of the teeth. It needs to be treated or it will lead to tooth loss. Thi... Read More
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No: Codeine, has sedative as well as analgesic effects. If anything, it may decrease the severity of bruxism.
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Yes: Saliva offers protection against cavities. It buffers the acids produced by the bacteria which cause cavities. If you have a dry mouth you do not have... Read More
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See a dentist: They are probably heamtoma's related to cheek biting. If you don't remember, you could have done it in your sleep. You should have it checked by a den... Read More
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Yes : If bad breath is coming from you stomach, activated charcoal will help neutralize the odor. If it is coming from your mouth ir from gum disease it wil... Read More
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See a doctor: Sounds like you have an infection. To be sure, you need to see a physcian and get an exam.
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Yes: Using oragel will not cause any harm. Unfortunately it wont really help the situation either. You need to see a dentist asap to treat the cause of you... Read More
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It happens: Your question, is it normal. It is not normal but, it is a common complication of root canal therapy. You probably have an infection. You should go ba... Read More
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Great doctor. Consistently gives thoughtful, insightful and expert advice.
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