The Dental & The Incidental
Common causes and what to do If you’ve ever noticed pink in the sink when you brush your teeth, you’re not alone. It’s a very common concern.Healthy gums typically should not bleed when you brush or floss.Do your eyes bleed when you rub them? Of course not. When…
About the AuthorDr. Michael Sinkin is a general and implant dentist in New York City with over 40 years in practice. He holds a Master of General Dentistry, a credential earned by fewer than 6% of dentists in the country, and serves as a Surgical Director at NYU…
What You Need to Know Before You Whiten – and What to Do InsteadShort answer: No. Dental implant crowns cannot be whitened with strips, gels, trays, or in-office bleaching because materials like porcelain and zirconia do not respond to whitening agents. If you want whiter teeth and are…
As a dental implantologist and a surgical director at NYU’s School of Dentistry where I teach established dentists the art and science of dental implantology, I’ve placed more implants than I can count. And if I had a nickel for every time a patient walked into my office…
A Thanksgiving Reflection – Evolution In Three Websites Here we are, a quarter of the way through the 21st century, taking for granted the daily use of technology that seemed so futuristic when I was growing up. Personal computers, smartphones, the internet have revolutionized the way we live,…
Short answer: Yes, you can trust your dentist, but trust in dentistry is earned. It is earned through clear communication, honesty, and genuine care over time.I’m Dr. Michael Sinkin, a general and implant dentist in Midtown Manhattan. After more than three decades in practice, I have seen how…
