155 E. 55th St., Suite 301, New York, NY 10022
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155 E. 55th St.
Suite 301
New York, NY 10022
Existing Patients: (646) 440-3101
New Patients: (646) 419-8726
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At the office of Chroma Dental, we take prevention seriously. Regular oral exams are the best way to catch small problems before they grow and to keep your smile functioning and looking its best. During a comprehensive exam, our team evaluates teeth, gums, jaws, and the tissues of the mouth and throat, and we pair that clinical assessment with any diagnostic images needed to form an accurate picture of your oral health. Along with routine cleanings and targeted screenings, these visits give patients the education and tools they need to protect their long-term oral wellbeing.
Your first comprehensive visit is about building a detailed baseline. We begin with a careful review of your medical and dental history and listen to your concerns so we understand not only what brought you in but also your goals for comfort and appearance. That conversation guides the clinical exam and helps us identify any factors—medications, habits, or medical conditions—that might influence dental health.
The clinical portion of the exam inspects both the visible surfaces and the supporting structures. We examine each tooth, evaluate gum and bone health, check for signs of clenching or grinding, and assess the temporomandibular joints and your bite. When indicated, we recommend diagnostic imaging to see beneath the surface and confirm any clinical findings.
After the exam and images, we review what we found and lay out clear, practical options. Our goals are to prioritize what needs attention, prevent future problems, and support oral function and aesthetics. Every plan is explained in plain language so you can make informed choices about your care.
The mouth often reflects wider health. During an oral exam we look for signs that might point to systemic issues—such as persistent dry mouth, unusual lesions, or inflammatory changes in the gums—that warrant attention. Spotting these signs early allows you and your medical providers to address possible underlying conditions sooner.
Research increasingly shows connections between oral disease and systemic conditions. Chronic gum inflammation, for example, has been linked with higher risks for respiratory problems and cardiovascular concerns, among others. While an oral exam isn't a substitute for medical care, it serves as an important checkpoint for overall health.
Conversely, many medical conditions have oral manifestations. Diabetes, certain autoimmune diseases, and some neurological conditions can present with symptoms in the mouth. When our exam uncovers atypical signs, we communicate findings clearly and recommend appropriate follow-up so that dental and medical care work together.
Respiratory and airway-related concerns
Cardiovascular and circulatory implications
Metabolic conditions such as diabetes
Neurological and cognitive health correlations
Digestive and nutritional impacts
Daily brushing and flossing form the foundation of oral health, but professional care fills the gaps. During a prophylaxis visit, a hygienist removes accumulated plaque and tartar that home care can’t reach, polishes tooth surfaces, and helps reduce the bacteria that drive cavities and gum disease. Those steps preserve both health and appearance.
Routine checkups also create a rhythm of care that makes early detection possible. Problems caught at an early stage are typically less invasive to treat and easier to resolve. For most patients, seeing us twice a year provides a reliable schedule for monitoring change, refreshing preventive measures, and reinforcing good habits.
Cleanings are also an opportunity for personalized education. We demonstrate effective techniques for brushing and interdental cleaning, review diet and lifestyle factors that affect oral health, and recommend prevention strategies tailored to each patient’s needs. For children and teens, these visits are crucial for establishing lifelong routines and monitoring growth and development.
Our approach is family-centered: we aim to make every visit comfortable and informative so patients of every age leave understanding how to protect their smiles long term.
Visual inspection alone can miss disease that lies beneath the surface. Digital radiographs allow us to examine tooth roots, the supporting bone, and areas between teeth where decay often starts. These images help detect hidden problems early—small cavities, root issues, or bone loss—before they become more complex.
Digital imaging has transformed diagnostic work by reducing exposure and speeding results. Images are available almost immediately, making it easier for clinicians and patients to review findings together. Because the files are digital, they can be stored securely in your chart and shared with specialists when coordinated care is needed.
Beyond detection, radiographs inform treatment planning. Whether we’re evaluating a suspicious area, planning for restorative work, or monitoring progression over time, imaging provides objective data that improves decision-making and outcomes.
Efficient capture with minimal radiation exposure
Instant viewing for clearer patient communication
Electronic storage that supports continuity of care
Reduced environmental impact compared with chemical film development
Not all radiographs serve the same purpose. Small intraoral films—periapical and bitewing images—offer focused detail about individual teeth and the spaces between them. A full-mouth series provides a comprehensive view when a complete evaluation is needed, while panoramic imaging gives a broad overview of erupted and developing teeth, jaw structure, and related anatomy.
Periapical x-ray - A close-up view that shows a tooth from crown to root and the surrounding bone, useful for detecting root problems and localized bone changes.
Bitewing x-ray - Targeted to the crowns of back teeth, bitewings are the standard for spotting early decay between teeth and monitoring changes over time.
Full Mouth Series - A collection of images providing detailed views of all teeth and their supporting structures when a thorough baseline evaluation is required.
Panoramic Film (panorex) - A single, wide view that captures the entire dental arch and jaws; helpful for assessing impacted teeth, jaw pathology, and overall dental development.
Cephalometric Film - A profile image that orthodontists use to evaluate jaw relationships and facial growth patterns.
For three-dimensional needs—complex implant planning, certain surgical cases, or detailed anatomic assessments—cone‑beam computed tomography (CBCT) provides volumetric images that reveal depth and spatial relationships with precision. When indicated, CBCT aids safe, predictable treatment by giving clinicians a fuller view of the anatomy they will be treating.
Taken together, a tailored combination of clinical examination and imaging gives the clearest foundation for effective, conservative care focused on lasting health and function.
Summary: Regular oral exams and the supporting diagnostics described above form the backbone of preventive dentistry. They let us identify early changes, coordinate with medical providers when needed, and design care plans that preserve both health and appearance. If you have questions or want to learn more about how routine exams can support your long-term oral health, please contact us for more information.
Yes. We always welcome new patients and their families for care. Feel free to give us a call or reach out to us online to schedule a first visit or for any additional information on our office. We look forward to hearing from you!
Routine dental checkups and professional cleanings help ensure your smile remains in tip-top condition and that any developing problems receive the prompt care they require. While it's a good idea to schedule a checkup and cleaning twice a year, longer or shorter intervals between routine visits depend on your specific needs.
We understand that life gets complicated and busy, and for various reasons, you haven't been able to get to the dentist for care. Don't worry; it's always a good time to get back in touch with the health of your smile.
At Chroma Dental, we offer skilled and compassionate care to address a wide range of dental needs. Whether you need a simple checkup and cleaning, restorations, periodontal treatment, root canal therapy, or the replacement of missing teeth to get your smile back into shape, we provide precise, gentle, stress-free treatment to give you a smile that is as beautiful as it is healthy.
Give us a call today; we're happy to address all your questions and concerns about getting your smile back in tip-top condition.
For pregnant women practicing good oral care and seeing the dentist to maintain a healthy smile is considered an important component of prenatal care. Researchers have found that pregnancy not only increases the risk of oral health problems, but these problems may also lead to pregnancy complications. At the office of Chroma Dental, we provide the skilled and compassionate care required to help expectant mothers keep their teeth and gums in tip-top condition. While certain procedures are not recommended during pregnancy, we provide the necessary care and take all the necessary precautions required.
Thanks to advances in modern dentistry, teeth that have been affected by a range of imperfections or that have sustained damage from trauma or dental decay can be restored to produce a naturally beautiful looking and functional smile.
As skilled and experienced providers of care, our office can effectively improve and enhance the appearance of teeth that are stained, discolored, misshapen, chipped, fractured, gapped, crowded, or broken down due to dental decay. At the office of Chroma Dental, we offer a comprehensive selection of the leading-edge cosmetic solutions from teeth whitening procedures, dental bonding, tooth-colored fillings, and veneers, to prosthetic solutions and dental implants to rebuild complete and beautiful smiles.
Contact our office to learn more about the many ways we can help you create the smile you've always wanted.
If you're visiting Chroma Dental for the first time, it is helpful that you contact your former dental office and have your records sent over to us. Make note of any problems you may have so that you can discuss them with your dentist.
To provide efficient service, we ask you to please bring your insurance card, an ID, plus any referral slips or diagnostic records given to you by another office. If you are taking medications, please note or make a list of what they are as you will need to provide that information.
Yes! We assure you that both you and your family will be in good hands at the office of Chroma Dental.
We do our best to make sure every patient who steps into our office for care is put at ease. We provide precise and gentle care and our skilled, compassionate team strives to make every visit stress-free. You can rest assured that your smile is in the best of hands and that we are doing all we can to ensure your comfort throughout every procedure. While we always take the time to explain every step in care, feel free to ask us any questions about local anesthesia and methods of dental sedation.
At the office of Chroma Dental, we strive to provide the highest quality of care to address all your dental needs. Once we've had the opportunity to examine your smile, we can give you a clear picture of any dental issues that are present, along with a quote for what the cost of treatment will be. The cost of care all depends upon the extent and complexity of issues affecting the health or appearance of your smile and the types of procedures that are required. Our goal is to make dental care more affordable so that you can begin treatment without any additional stress or delay.
Keep in mind that with routine dental checkups and periodic care, we can help prevent dental disease while treating emerging problems early in their onset to avoid larger issues and more expensive care down the road.
Routine dental checkups and preventive care procedures may be covered under your dental insurance plan requiring little to no out-out-of-pocket expense. We invite you to check our financial information page or give us a call to find out if our office participates with your plan, and if you have any other questions about dental insurance, dental savings plans, forms of payment, or financing options. We welcome your inquiries and do our best to help you begin care without additional stress or delay.
If you've lost a tooth due to injury, decay, gum disease, or any other reason, we recommend dental implants to replace missing teeth. Dental implants come the closest to replicating the look, feel, and function of your natural teeth.
Absolutely! Both flossing and brushing regularly are equally important to maintain your oral health. While brushing cleans the surface of your teeth, flossing cleans in between them. Flossing is important to prevent plaque buildup, which can cause gums to recede and lead to periodontal disease.
Even if you have dentures, it is still necessary to see a dentist! Dental checkups help ensure that your dentures are comfortable, fitting properly, and that there are no other problems. Beyond assessing your dentures, our dentist will also perform a thorough examination of the jawbone, and surrounding soft tissues both inside the mouth, the face, and neck, to confirm that you remain in good oral health.
Emergency dental care is a service we hope you'll never need- but if you do, the office of Chroma Dental is here for you!
Whether you're suffering from a chipped tooth, toothache, or any problem affecting your oral health, you can be sure to get the prompt attention and compassionate care you require at our office. Patient care and comfort are our top priorities, and we offer a comprehensive range of the most advanced services to address a broad spectrum of dental needs.
While the pain of a toothache is one of the more common reasons that patients come to our office for emergency dental care, we also promptly treat emergencies that are not necessarily painful like crowns that have been dislodged and broken dentures that leave embarrassing gaps in one's smile.
You can rest assured that your oral health is in the best of hands at our office. We'll quickly determine exactly what's wrong, explain your treatment options, and then provide the precise and gentle care you require to alleviate your discomfort and get you back on the path to oral health and wellness.
Your health and comfort are our top priorities. If your dental emergency is painful, if it affects the appearance of your smile, or if you suspect that an infection is present, our office will make every effort to see you as soon as possible for care.
At the office of Chroma Dental, we welcome patients of all ages for care and offer a comprehensive range of services designed to help every member of your family maintain a beautiful and healthy smile. Whether you or a loved one needs a routine checkup and cleaning, fillings, same-day crowns, a cosmetic smile makeover, the replacement of missing teeth or require the services of a skilled and compassionate emergency dentist, you can rely on our office for the highest quality care.
For more information on our office and the many services we provide, or to schedule an appointment for care, give us a call today.
