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Dr. Jeffrey Etess is the owner and dentist at Integrative Dental Specialist of Long Island, in Williston Park, New York. At this biologically friendly dental practice focusing on the highest quality of individualized dental care, endodontics and implantology, Dr. Jeffrey Etess also practices biomimetic dentistry.

The literal translation of biomimetic is bio (“life like”) and mimetic (“copy”). Since the human tooth was naturally endowed with the qualities necessary to endure the wear and tear of normal use, when a tooth is decayed or damaged, biomimetic dentistry endeavors to return it to its original condition through a conservative and less invasive approach than that used by most dentists today.

In contrast to traditional dentistry, the biomimetic approach attempts to return the tooth to its full function by creating a bond for the enamel, dentin, and cementum hard tissues. This bond allows stresses to pass naturally through the tooth and on to the bone while the tooth regains its natural appearance and function.

For example, traditional dentistry will often attempt to fuse porcelain to amalgam fillings or gold or other metal crowns. Biomimetic dentistry, on the other hand, will restore damaged teeth using porcelain and composite inlays or onlays or simply lower the stresses on the natural tooth through the use of direct composite restorations.

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Dr. Carl Misch on Optimal Implant Protocols

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Dr. Carl Misch on Optimal Implant Protocols

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Jeffrey Etess, DDS, engages with Williston Park, New York, patients in providing personalized family dentistry solutions. Licensed as an endodontist, Jeffrey Etess, DDS, also holds advanced qualifications in implantology. Within the latter sphere, he has undertaken studies in Dr. Carl Misch's protocols for contemporary implant dentistry.

In a 2015 interview undertaken at the American Academy of Implant Dentistry’s annual conference, Dr. Misch spoke about his rationale in creating the system of implant treatment that he has taught to many practitioners through an institute. One major emphasis is on taking a whole mouth approach when recommending implants.

Dr. Misch feels that two-implant overdentures are a misguided approach, as they inhabit the front of the mouth, where strong bone typically lies. Meanwhile, the back of the mouth is losing bone at four times the rate as the front and going untreated. Overdentures even accelerate the loss of posterior bone and make major complications such as fractures and paresthesias more likely. He calls this two-implant approach part of the problem rather than part of the solution.

By contrast, Dr. Misch typically recommends a set of 5-7 implants within a fixed restoration, as a way of preventing posterior bone loss. He speaks of this as being ideal for the dental laboratory, as it involves creation of a 14-unit bridge.

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Jeffrey Etess - Dentist / Endodontist - Jeffrey M. Etess DMD PC

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AAE Touts Endodontist Benefits During Root Canal Awareness Week

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AAE Touts Endodontist Benefits During Root Canal Awareness Week

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Since 2000, Dr. Jeffrey Etess has treated countless patients as a practicing endodontist and implantologist. For the past four years, he has worked out of his own practice in Williston Park, New York, where he employs a holistic approach to dentistry. When he isn’t working in the office, Dr. Jeffrey Etess places great importance on his involvement in professional dental societies, such as the American Association of Endodontists.

In conjunction with Root Canal Awareness Week earlier this year, the American Association of Endodontists released a new patient-centered video about the advanced level of care an endodontist can offer, particularly when facing a potential tooth extraction. In a recent survey, more than three-quarters of US citizens expressed a desire to keep their permanent teeth whenever possible when facing advanced tooth issues. Endodontists help accomplish this through root canals and other specialized procedures.

Other information presented in the video pertained to the advanced education that endodontists must complete in order to practice. Not only do they have to graduate dental school, but they must also complete post-graduate training in endodontics that can last between two and three years. To learn more about endodontists or to find one near you, visit www.aae.org/find.