Dr. Marciano is passionate about providing the highest level of treatment using cutting edge techniques and expertise. He is equally passionate about ensuring that your childs dental visits go smoothly and happily.
It is our goal to ensure that each visit goes well so that they think of the dentists office as a good place. Our entire staff is wonderful with children, allowing them to relax while we care for their teeth.
Our staff is specially trained to provide not only the best care, but also the best overall experience for you and your child. All of our staff members are well trained in child psychology and filled with compassion and understanding. They love working with children of all ages. We will do everything that we can to ensure that your child has a good visit.
Our entire staff is dedicated to oral health and giving our patients the very best care dentistry has to offer. We do this by continuing our education and keeping up with the latest developments. We are able to provide the highest quality dental services only because of our amazing staff.
Because our office is geared towards younger patients, youll find that we provide an especially friendly environment and that our office is designed with decorations and activities that make children more comfortable than they would be in a standard office.
We take our time with patients to answer all their questions and go through new procedures. We want you to be comfortable talking to anyone on our staff. We are there to answer your questions. It is our goal to give you a friendly and professional atmosphere so you are comfortable coming to your dentist.
Dr. Marciano was born in Brooklyn and raised in Monsey, NY. He returned to Brooklyn to attend Touro College where he received his B.S. in Biology and graduated Summa Cum Laude in 2010. Dr. Marciano then attended the University of Maryland School of Dentistry where he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) in 2014 with honors. As a dental student, Dr. Marciano was inducted into the Gorgas Odontological Honor Society and the Gamma Pi Delta Prosthodontics Honor Society. While in dental school, he found he had the ability to work well with children and those with special healthcare needs. To further his training in pediatrics, Dr. Marciano was accepted to Stony Brooks School of Dental Medicine specialty program in Pediatric Dentistry. There, he became proficient in all aspects of pediatric dentistry including preventive care, interceptive orthodontics, sedation and general anesthesia, as well as the management of those individuals with special needs.
After obtaining his certificate in Pediatric Dentistry in 2016, Dr. Marciano became board certified and maintains Diplomate status with the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. He also continues to play an active role in academics, having accepted a position as a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry at Stony Brooks School of Dental Medicine. He is responsible for teaching residents comprehensive preventive and restorative care including supervising oral sedation cases. In addition, he is the faculty assigned to teaching pediatric dentistry to undergraduate students in the clinic.
Dr. Marciano is an active participant in community outreach events including the annual American Dental Association sponsored Give Kids A Smile which provides free exams and preventive care to underserved children throughout Long Island . He also is involved in his synagogue and is an active member of its Board of Trustees.
Dr. Marciano lives locally in Far Rockaway with his wife, Miriam and three children. In his spare time, Dr. Marciano looks forward to spending time with his family, and of course enjoying the local venues on Central Avenue.
Dr. Marciano maintains hospital privileges at Stony Brook University Hospital. He is also an active member of the American Dental Association (ADA), American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), American Board of Pediatric Dentistry (ABPD), ABPD College of Diplomates, New York State Dental Association (NYSDA), and the Nassau County Dental Society.
Nitrous oxide is a combination of two different gases-oxygen and nitrous oxide. We administer the gas through a small mask placed over your childs nose. The gas will make your child relax without the full effect of anesthesia.
Nitrous oxide is so commonly used that even the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recognizes it as an effective way to treat children. It is very mild and safe. Children will wake up quickly after we remove the mask.
If you want to use nitrous oxide on your child, you need to let us know if there have been any changes to his or her health or medical condition. If your child has any trouble breathing, let us know because the gas wont be as effective. We also need to know if your child is taking any medications to make sure that there are no reactions.
We use a variety of medications for conscious sedation. After discussing your child with you, we will determine which medication (or mixture of medications) will work best for your child. This will depend on your child and what procedure we are doing.
Here at Five Towns Pediatric Dentistry, Dr. Yehuda Marciano DDS is dedicated to preventing cavities in children. Though most adults dont think about it, it is quite common for children to get cavities. There are two reasons that cavities develop so frequently in children. First, children often do not brush their teeth the way they should. Second, they eat sugary diets and drink sugary beverages.
Cavities can be very painful for children. If left untreated, they can lead to decay and periodontitis. For this reason, parents need to make sure their children are eating well and taking care of their teeth at home. It is also important that children visit the dentist twice a year to help prevent cavities and maintain good oral health.
Cavities are caused by eating sugary food regularly. Sugars and carbohydrates stick to the teeth. Then plaque (a sticky film) forms on the enamel of the teeth. Bacteria that lives in the plaque continues to build up as more sugary food is consumed. The bacteria emit acid which weakens the enamel, making it more vulnerable to tooth decay. If the condition isnt treated, the acid breaks down the enamel and moves inward.
Even though your children will lose their baby teeth, these teeth are still important and need to be taken care of. Children need to brush at least twice a day and floss at least once a day. They also need to visit their dentist twice a year for a professional cleaning. During those visits, the dentist may seal their teeth. The dentist may also use a fluoride supplement to strengthen their teeth.
Even if you take good care of your childrens mouths, you need to keep an eye out for cavities. Though large ones can be painful, your children may not notice the smaller one. The sooner cavities are caught, the easier they are to treat.
For this reason, you should keep an eye out for symptoms of cavities. Children may complain about a toothache or general pain in their mouths. You may notice sensitivity to cold or hot foods. Some children wake up in the middle of the night crying from the pain.
There are many ways to prevent cavities. Regular dental visits and good home care are necessary for good health. You should also watch your childrens diet. Cut out sugar, sticky foods, and other snacks and drinks that can cause cavities. Snacking also exposes the teeth to extra sugar during the day. It is important to not give your children drinks at bedtime because the sugar in the drinks will just sit in your childrens mouths all night long.
Sippy cups also have been known to cause cavities because the sugary liquid in them sticks to childrens teeth. Pacifiers can also cause bacteria to grow in childrens mouths. They should be washed thoroughly in a sink not in your own mouth, which transfers bacteria. You should never dip a pacifier in anything even in an effort to calm a child. Honey or any other sugary substance will stick to childrens teeth and allow cavities to form.
The best way to maintain your childrens good dental health is regular brushing and flossing. They also need to visit the dentist regularly to make sure they dont have any cavities or to get any cavities they do have taken care of right away.