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Are you looking for a root canal doctor in Greenwich Village, NYC? Look no further than the dental office of Keith Bracy, DDS. At our caring dental office on West 12^th street, we provide the full scope of root canal procedures.

What is a root canal?

Root canal therapy is the procedure in dentistry in which the canal system of the tooth is cleaned, shaped, disinfected and filled with a rubber filling material. The canal system of the tooth is in the middle of the tooth and extends out into the roots. Root canal therapy is also known as “endodontic therapy”, and the dental specialty of root canals is called “endodontics”.

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Are you looking for a new denture dentist in Chelsea? Are your current dentures not holding in? Curious about advances in dentures? Well, look no further than Keith Bracy, DDS in the West Village. Our beautiful, caring dental office is your one stop shop for a new pair of dentures.

In our local West Village community, there is an aging baby boomer population as well as many who have decided to retire here. As we age, some in this age group are not so fortunate to keep all their teeth. Thus, dentures are in strong demand here. Dentures are a significant investment in your time, finances, and the payoff is incredible ...

Are you looking for a dentist to fabricate a mouthguard in New York City? Well, look no further than Keith Bracy, DDS. A mouthguard provides protection from trauma during activities such as sports. If you look closely at professional athletes such as basketball and hockey players, you might notice some colored plastic in their mouths. However, even amateur and student athletes can benefit from the protection a mouthguard provides.

A mouthguard protects the teeth, surrounding bone, and gum tissue from impact by absorbing the blow from trauma and protecting these structures from force. A dentist fabricated mouthguard provides superior fit, comfort and retention compared to a boil and bite ...

Yes, it is 2019 and if you open your social media of choice, you will see plenty of catchy ads with colorful marketing of clear aligner systems.  As a dentist in the West Village, my personal facebook account and Instagram are bombarded with ads for a variety of do-it-yourself clear aligner systems. These ads make their clear aligner systems appear safe, effective, and equal to a doctor-prescribed system like Invisalign and better than traditional braces. This will not be a blog post about the politics of clear aligners, we have no interest in bad mouthing startups Smile Direct Club or competitors. Rather, Keith Bracy, DDS wants to point out ...

Establishing a dental home is an essential step in guaranteeing healthy teeth and gums for a lifetime. But first, what is a dental home? Have you ever heard of a dental home or looked for one in Greenwich Village?

According to the 2018 definition provided by the American Academy of Pediatric dentistry, a dental home  “is the ongoing relationship between the dentist and the patient, inclusive of all aspects of oral health care delivered in a comprehensive, continuously accessible, coordinated, and family-centered way.” You can read more about a dental home here https://www.aapd.org/media/Policies_Guidelines/D_DentalHome.pdf

In other words, patients benefit from establishing a strong relationship with a dentist and finding a dental practice ...

We offer the full scope of dental cleanings and routine dental care at Keith Bracy, DDS. We are conveniently located in 10011, in the West Village, close to Chelsea. Your cleaning will either be performed by Dr. Keith Bracy or the hygienist, Shirley Tam, RDH.

What happens during your dental cleaning visit? First, you’ll meet with Dr. Bracy and discuss your medical and dental history. You can let us know your dental concerns and your past history of routine dental x-rays. Dr. Bracy will advise if any check-up x-rays are needed before your dental cleaning. You will also have a dental checkup. The dental check-up starts with an ...

Wondering about porcelain veneers to change your smile in the West Village? Are you googling terms like “best veneer dentist in 10011”? Look no further than Keith Bracy, DDS to begin your porcelain dental veneer journey!

So what are porcelain veneers? A dental veneer is a highly esthetic porcelain covering of your tooth. Generally, veneers are done on the front teeth and used to change your smile. Veneers are highly cosmetic, and can change the color, shade, texture, length and size of a tooth. They can also mask ugly existing dental restorations like old fillings and stains. In some cases, they are used to protect a fractured tooth or one ...