Dr. Scott Amer, DMD, Dentist (Pediatric)
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Dr. Scott Amer, DMD

Dentist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Dentistry

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1551 Broadway Hewlett NY, 11557
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Dr. Scott Amer is a pediatric dentist practicing in Hewlett, NY. Dr. Amer specializes in the oral health of children. Pediatric dentists tend to patients ranging in age from infancy to teenaged years. As a pediatric dentist, Dr. Amer takes care of a childs teeth, gums and mouth. Children can face dental problems like tooth decay and gum disease without proper care. Pediatric dentists can provide dental examinations, give cleanings and treatments, repair cavitities and dental injuries like fractured or knocked-out teeth, diagnose oral conditions and more.

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Dr. Scott Amer, DMD's Expert Contributions
  • What happens if you take off your braces early?

    Without proper support, your teeth can go back to where you started!! Retainers are needed so the tissues can heal and strengthen in their new positions. READ MORE

  • How fast does a cavity progress?

    Quick answer: you are what you eat...... Cavities are propagated by acid, which is produced by bacteria, which thrive on the sugar you eat. No sugar = no cavity. No bacteria = no cavities READ MORE

  • Does a child's oral health affect their overall health?

    The ankle bone is connect3d to the shin bone, the shin bones connected to the hip bone, etc. So, yes, what happens in the mouth does not stay in the mouth or you are what you eat!! A healthy mouth and healthy breathing (it's not just the teeth) lead to better bones, less time off for missing school due to dental appts or pain. A high sugar diet leads to over activity and lower growth. Breathing through the nose increases oxygen flow and overall better health. READ MORE

  • Does food get under your retainer?

    Yes, food can get under your retainer which is why it is recommended to remove it while eating, wash your teeth after eating and rinsing the retainer before putting it back in your mouth. Even drinking sugared drinks is ill advised as the sugar can sit there and wreck havoc on your teeth (nothing like having straight, beautiful teeth with cavities or bad breath...). READ MORE

  • Can I eat chocolate after a tooth extraction?

    You can eat what the surgeon tells you. If your lip is numb, I would avoid anything so you don't eat your lip!! If you tend to suck on the chocolate, I would avoid it as the bleeding could start up again or dislodge the clotting going on. READ MORE

  • Can your overbite come back after braces?

    Anything is possible, especially if you don't wear your retainers... READ MORE

  • Does teeth cleaning make teeth whiter?

    Short answer is yes. More complicated answer would be how white... READ MORE

  • How do you know your wisdom teeth are coming in?

    If you feel something poking, pushing through the gums in one of the four corners of your mouth, it's probably the wisdom teeth (third molars). 16-year-old females with "big" mouths will have room enough for them to come in, but they may not be straight and the gum tissue could retain food and cause swelling that could hurt. Best to get it checked by a dentist when in doubt..... READ MORE

  • What is the shortest dental treatment for crooked teeth?

    The fastest treatment for crooked teeth is full bracketed orthodontics (braces). If the case is mild, then clear aligners (Invisalign) might be just as quick, too. READ MORE

  • Why are my son's gums bleeding after a dental cleaning?

    His gums were inflamed from inadequate oral hygiene at home.....he needs to brush along and between the teeth and the gums.....inflammation is the body's defense to bacteria and blood vessels bringing the defenders are engorged and bleed easier until the gums are in better condition (sort of like exercising). READ MORE

  • Do I really need a deep gum cleaning?

    The quick answer is yes, especially if there is family or personal history of gum disease. To avoid in the future, take better care of your gums and teeth, e.g., use total protection mouth rinse, brush longer and/or more often (at least 2X a day) and eat a more nutritious diet. READ MORE

  • How do I know if my retainers are loose?

    Do they fall out when you sneeze (or something like that)? If they are not snug and seem to befalling out while talking, they're probably too loose. READ MORE

  • What happens if a baby tooth doesn't fall out?

    Your 5 yo is no longer a baby!!! The average for losing the first 'baby' tooth is 6, females earlier than males, and black, then white, then Asian as a generality; so, an Asian male may be 7 1/2 while an African-American girl might be 4 1/2. Unless the permanent tooth erupts behind or off line from the baby, it will come out; if not, the dentist can always 'help' it out. READ MORE

  • Does pediatric bone cancer affect the teeth?

    The cancer itself may not affect the teeth, but could effect the jaws that support the teeth. Additionally, the treatment of the cancer (chemo, radiation) can cause the mouth to dry up and make the teeth more susceptible to decay. There are mouth rinses and prevention measures to help minimize this. Speak to your oncologist!! READ MORE

  • Can teeth be sensitive to braces?

    "Sensitive" is a relative term. The teeth will be moved, so there will be pressure (sometimes "pain"), particularly in the days following adjustments. READ MORE

  • Do braces cause gum inflammation?

    Braces are on the teeth so they do not directly cause gum inflammation; however, if you do not brush well around the brackets there can be a build-up of plaque and food debris which will cause gum inflammation and even discoloration or cavities, so please brush (and use a fluoride rinse) well!!!! Sometimes the gums can bunch up while the teeth move and this 'inflammation' will reverse with treatment time. READ MORE

  • Will antibiotics stop tooth pain?

    Antibiotics will localize the infection, but not rid the tooth of the pain nor the infection. The source of the pain must be addressed before abscess and swelling occur!! READ MORE

  • Is it okay to use Sensodyne for children?

    Quick answer: a toothpaste is only as good as it is used, and for children, sensodyne is fine (especially if they can expectorate). READ MORE

  • How can I take care of my teeth with braces?

    Just do what you were doing before but do it longer and look in the mirror........brush above and below the braces to keep everything clean, especially after eating.....Use a fluoride containing mouth rinse also, water pick helps but isn't necessary if you are careful with regular brushing. DO NOT eat any sugary, gooey foods and take care not to bite into anything hard. READ MORE

  • Can children use a Waterpik?

    If you are willing to clean up the mess......water piks at low setting will do no damage, but coordination is necessary for them to be effective and not make a mess in the bathroom ;)) READ MORE

Dr. Scott Amer, DMD's Practice location

1551 Broadway -
Hewlett, NY 11557
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Dr. Scott Amer, DMD has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 1 patient. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Dentist (Pediatric) in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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