At the office of Liberty Dental Care PC by Park One Dental, we take a preventive-first approach to dental care because keeping small problems from becoming large ones is the most reliable way to protect your smile. Routine checkups and professional cleanings are the foundation of long-term oral health for every member of the family. During these visits we combine careful clinical examination with patient education so you leave with both a healthier mouth and a clearer plan for maintaining it between appointments.
Your initial checkup is a chance for us to build a complete picture of your oral health and to understand your priorities. We begin by reviewing your medical and dental history and listening to any concerns you bring—sensitivity, recent changes, or functional problems such as difficulty chewing. This conversation guides a focused, hands-on assessment of your teeth, gums, bite, and the surrounding soft tissues.
The clinical exam includes an evaluation of gum health and the way your teeth come together, plus a screening for any suspicious lesions in the mouth, head, and neck. When indicated, we supplement the exam with diagnostic images so that we can see beneath the surface—examining tooth roots, bone levels, and areas between teeth that aren’t visible to the naked eye. We also check for signs of tooth wear, clenching, or grinding that can affect long-term function.
At the end of your initial appointment we’ll review our findings with you in plain language, outline any recommended next steps, and answer your questions about home care, prevention, and scheduling. Our goal is for you to feel informed and confident about the health of your smile and the options available to maintain or improve it.
Oral health isn’t isolated from the rest of the body; it’s an important part of whole-person health. Problems that begin in the mouth can influence systemic conditions, and conversely, many medical issues first show signs in the oral tissues. During a checkup we look for oral findings that may reflect broader health concerns so that you and your primary care providers can make better-informed decisions about your overall care.
Research increasingly links chronic oral inflammation and infections to conditions such as heart disease, respiratory problems, diabetes, and other systemic disorders. Detecting and reducing oral disease through regular cleanings and targeted treatment can therefore play a role in lowering health risks beyond the mouth. We take these connections seriously and tailor preventive strategies to each patient’s health history.
Equally important is recognizing when oral symptoms point to medication side effects, nutritional gaps, or autoimmune conditions. A thorough exam can reveal things like persistent dry mouth, unusual sores, or mucosal changes that warrant further investigation or coordination with your medical team. This integrative mindset helps us deliver dental care that supports your total well-being.
Regular professional cleanings remove the build-up that daily brushing and flossing can miss—particularly tartar that adheres to tooth surfaces and harbors harmful bacteria. By clearing plaque and tartar from above and below the gumline, hygienic visits reduce the risk of cavities and gum disease and keep your mouth feeling fresher and more comfortable.
Cleanings are also an opportunity to measure and monitor gum health over time. Periodontal measurements taken at routine visits let us detect early signs of gum inflammation or attachment loss, so we can intervene before more advanced problems develop. Early detection typically means simpler, more predictable treatment and better long-term outcomes.
In addition to professional care, these appointments are a time for personalized coaching. We demonstrate effective brushing and interdental cleaning techniques, discuss helpful home-care tools, and suggest dietary or routine adjustments that support oral health. For children, regular visits establish healthy habits and allow us to track development so preventive guidance can begin early.
Although careful visual and tactile examination reveals a great deal, diagnostic imaging is essential for a complete assessment. Digital x-rays and other imaging tools let us look beneath enamel and into bone to detect decay between teeth, assess the health of tooth roots, evaluate bone levels around teeth, and review the position of developing or impacted teeth. These insights guide accurate diagnoses and safe, conservative treatment planning.
Modern digital radiography delivers sharp images quickly with far less radiation than older film techniques. Immediate image availability allows us to discuss findings with you during the visit, annotate areas of concern on-screen, and store images in your electronic record for future comparisons. That continuity makes it easier to track changes and to judge whether an intervention is needed.
For cases that require three-dimensional detail—such as surgical planning or complex restorative work—we may recommend advanced imaging like cone-beam computed tomography. These tools provide a volumetric view of the jaws and surrounding anatomy, enabling precise assessment and predictable outcomes for more involved procedures.
Different images serve different diagnostic needs. Bitewing films focus on the chewing surfaces and the spaces between the back teeth—where early cavities often start—while periapical images show the entire tooth from crown to root and are useful for evaluating root health or the bone surrounding a tooth. A full-mouth series combines multiple views to give a comprehensive baseline of the dentition.
Panoramic films provide a broad overview of the jaws, erupted and developing teeth, and adjacent structures, which is helpful when assessing growth, impacted teeth, or general jaw health. Cephalometric views give profile information used primarily in orthodontic planning. Each type of image adds a piece to the diagnostic puzzle so we can form a complete and accurate picture.
Choosing the right image is a clinical decision based on your symptoms, history, and treatment goals. When we recommend imaging, our priority is getting the information we need to protect your teeth and supporting structures while minimizing exposure and maximizing diagnostic value.
In summary, routine checkups and professional cleanings are practical, evidence-based steps that preserve tooth structure, reduce disease risk, and support overall health. The office of Liberty Dental Care PC by Park One Dental combines careful clinical exams, modern imaging, and focused prevention to help every patient maintain a confident, functional smile. Contact us to learn more about our checkup and cleaning services and how we can partner with you to keep your smile healthy.
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 Liberty Dental Care PC by Park One 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 Liberty Dental Care PC by Park One 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 Liberty Dental Care PC by Park One 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 Liberty Dental Care PC by Park One 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 Liberty Dental Care PC by Park One 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 Liberty Dental Care PC by Park One 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-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 Liberty Dental Care PC by Park One 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 Liberty Dental Care PC by Park One 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.
Your first visit begins with a review of your medical and dental history and a conversation about your concerns and goals. The clinician performs a thorough clinical examination that typically includes an oral cancer screening, a periodontal evaluation, assessment of your bite and TMJ function, and any diagnostic x-rays needed to view underlying structures. Our team documents findings and discusses how lifestyle, medications, and habits may be affecting your oral health.
The hygiene appointment includes professional removal of plaque and tartar followed by polishing and patient education on home care techniques. Based on the exam and images, the dentist and hygienist will outline any recommended preventive or restorative treatment and explain your options in clear, practical terms. At the office of Liberty Dental Care PC by Park One Dental we aim to make your first visit informative and comfortable so you leave with a clear plan for your care.
For many patients, routine checkups and cleanings every six months provide the right balance of prevention and monitoring to keep smiles healthy. Frequency is individualized based on factors such as gum health, history of decay, systemic health conditions, and habits like smoking or grinding. Your dentist will recommend a recall interval tailored to your risk profile and will explain the reasons for more frequent visits if they are needed.
Patients with periodontal disease, complex restorative work, or certain medical conditions may require more frequent maintenance appointments to reduce disease progression and protect long-term outcomes. Regular visits allow your care team to catch problems early when treatments are simpler and more effective. Keeping to a personalized schedule is one of the best ways to reduce future complications and preserve natural teeth.
A professional cleaning begins with removal of plaque and hardened tartar from tooth surfaces and just below the gumline using ultrasonic scalers and hand instruments. Removing these deposits is essential because plaque harbors bacteria that cause cavities and gum disease; thorough cleaning helps prevent inflammation and infection. After scaling, the hygienist polishes the teeth to remove surface stains and may floss and apply a topical fluoride or other protective treatment as indicated.
Cleanings also include an assessment of gum health, measurements of pocket depths when appropriate, and tailored oral hygiene instruction to address areas you may be missing at home. The hygienist will demonstrate brushing and flossing techniques and suggest tools or products to improve your daily routine. Patients typically leave feeling fresher, more comfortable, and better equipped to maintain their oral health between visits.
Dental x-rays reveal problems that cannot be seen during a visual exam, such as cavities between teeth, bone loss, root issues, and the position of unerupted or impacted teeth. Digital radiography provides high-quality images with minimal radiation exposure and allows immediate review and comparison with prior images. These images help your dentist diagnose conditions early and plan appropriate, conservative treatment when it is needed.
The type and frequency of x-rays are determined by your age, risk of disease, and clinical findings; common images include bitewings for decay detection and periapicals for single-tooth evaluation. For more complex diagnostic needs or surgical planning, three-dimensional CBCT imaging may be recommended to assess bone volume and anatomical structures. Your provider will explain the benefits and why a specific image is useful for your care.
An oral cancer screening is a systematic inspection of the lips, tongue, cheeks, gums, palate, and surrounding tissues for any unusual signs such as persistent sores, red or white patches, lumps, or unexplained changes. Because early-stage oral cancers can be subtle, routine screening at dental checkups is an important step in early detection. The exam is quick, painless, and integrated into the comprehensive oral evaluation performed at regular visits.
If the dentist identifies any suspicious findings, they will explain the concern, recommend follow-up testing or biopsy when appropriate, and coordinate timely referral to a specialist. Early diagnosis greatly improves the chance of successful treatment, so reporting any persistent oral changes between visits is also encouraged. Regular screenings are a simple but vital part of preventive dental care.
Routine checkups allow the dental team to identify early signs of gingivitis—redness, swelling, and bleeding—and intervene before the condition progresses to periodontitis. Professional cleanings remove plaque and tartar that cannot be eliminated by brushing and flossing alone, reducing bacterial load and inflammation around the gumline. Periodontal evaluations during checkups include measuring pocket depths and assessing attachment levels to determine whether additional therapy is necessary.
When gum disease is detected, targeted treatments such as deeper cleanings, localized therapies, and increased maintenance visits can halt progression and support healing. Ongoing monitoring and patient education on effective home care and risk factors help maintain periodontal stability. Regular preventive visits are the foundation of long-term gum health and preservation of supporting bone and teeth.
It is best for children to begin visiting the dentist early so they and their caregivers learn healthy habits and the child becomes comfortable with dental care. Early visits focus on preventive measures, monitoring eruption patterns, applying fluoride varnish or sealants when appropriate, and providing age-appropriate oral hygiene instruction. These appointments also allow the dentist to screen for developmental concerns and advise on nutrition and habits that affect oral health.
Maintain a consistent daily routine of brushing twice a day with fluoride toothpaste and cleaning between teeth once a day with floss or an interdental cleaner to remove plaque where the brush cannot reach. Limit sugary and acidic foods and drinks that contribute to decay, and stay hydrated to support saliva production and natural cleansing. If you use tobacco, consider quitting, since smoking increases the risk of gum disease, oral cancer, and other oral health problems.
Discuss any medications that cause dry mouth or habits such as grinding with your dental team so they can recommend strategies and products to protect your teeth. Use topical fluoride or prescribed rinses if advised by your dentist, and contact the office sooner than your scheduled appointment if you notice pain, swelling, loose teeth, or other concerning changes. Proactive home care combined with regular professional care is the most effective way to maintain a healthy smile.
Dental anxiety is common, and the team works to create a calm, welcoming environment with clear communication, gentle techniques, and options to reduce stress during procedures. Simple accommodations include extra time for questions, breaks during treatment, use of topical anesthetic for comfort, and detailed explanations of each step so patients know what to expect. Staff members are trained to listen and tailor the experience to individual needs to build trust and ease apprehension.
For patients whose anxiety affects their ability to receive care, the dentist will discuss appropriate strategies and coordinate a personalized approach to make treatment manageable. The practice emphasizes a compassionate, patient-centered process that prioritizes safety and dignity. If you have specific concerns, mentioning them when you schedule your appointment helps the team prepare and provide the best possible support.
Oral health and systemic health are closely connected, and routine dental exams can reveal signs of broader medical conditions such as cardiovascular issues, diabetes, respiratory problems, and nutritional or autoimmune disorders. Inflammation and infection in the mouth may influence or reflect processes elsewhere in the body, so monitoring oral tissues provides useful information for overall well-being. Dentists document oral findings and may communicate with your medical providers when coordination of care is beneficial.
Regular checkups help detect changes early and support preventive strategies that benefit both oral and general health. By maintaining a partnership with your dental team and following recommended preventive care, you reduce the risk of oral disease and contribute to better long-term health outcomes. The practice at Liberty Dental Care emphasizes comprehensive exams that consider the whole person, not just individual teeth.
Liberty Dental Care PC by Park One Dental
112-10 Liberty Avenue, Richmond Hill, NY 11419Park One Dental
1601 Jericho Turnpike, New Hyde Park, NY 11040 (516) 354-0033
