Dr. Toksoy / Studio Dental NY

10/17/2026

10/16/2026

Not all permanent retainers make flossing equally easy.

I like this zigzag-style retainer because it allows patients to floss between their teeth more easily than some traditional fixed retainers. For patients considering removing their retainer, this can be a useful alternative. Teeth can still shift over time, so maintaining retention is important.

The goal is to keep your teeth aligned while making daily oral hygiene easier.

10/12/2026

Is teeth whitening bad for your teeth? It depends on the product and how it’s used. I recommend ADA-accepted over-the-counter whitening products. We also use carbamide peroxide for effective teeth whitening.

Sometimes, whitening is enough to help patients feel happy with their natural teeth, without needing porcelain veneers. A less invasive approach can make a meaningful difference.

10/09/2026

Is Alzheimer’s and gum disease correlated?

The research connecting oral health and cognitive decline is worth paying attention to, but it is still difficult to establish cause and effect.

What we do know is that oral health becomes more important as we age. There is no need to exaggerate the connection to understand its importance.

10/07/2026

When a tooth is chipped, the goal is not always to replace a large portion of the tooth. Sometimes a small addition of composite is all that is needed.

In this case, I used composite bonding to rebuild the chipped areas while carefully shaping and blending the material with the existing teeth.

The process is just as important as the final result. Each layer is shaped and refined to create a natural transition between the composite and the tooth.

10/05/2026

If you feel that you have a small tooth, sometimes the solution is not simply to make the tooth bigger.

This patient had a very small lateral incisor that was positioned closely between the surrounding teeth. We first used Invisalign to create a little more space, which took about 3–4 months, and then I layered composite bonding into that area to build up the tooth.

For a minimal addition like this, I really like composite bonding. It allows me to work directly with the tooth, layer the material, and blend it with the surrounding teeth.

09/25/2026

“Test drive” your new smile with try-ins to see how your veneers could look ✅

Here’s how we do it ⬆️

09/23/2026

I’ll always stress the importance of brushing, BUT there are be other causes of cavities 👆If you have “dry mouth” or more cavities than normal, SDNY can help find the cause and get you the help you need!

If you’re in Gramercy / Manhattan NYC and need professional dental advice, give us a call or visit our site 🤝

09/21/2026

Get to know how I came to start my own practice in NYC (part 1)! 👆

If you’re in the New York City area, I need a consult for cosmetic dental work, you know where to find me 🤝▶️ Dr. David Toksoy 

09/19/2026

“Biomimetic” may sound complicated, but don’t worry, the idea behind it is actually fairly simple: Restore teeth in a way that respects how natural teeth work.

At my office, I use biomimetic principles to preserve healthy tooth structure while restoring teeth that have been weakened, damaged, or worn. So rather than automatically turning to more aggressive full-coverage treatment, the goal is to reinforce and restore what’s still healthy whenever clinically possible.

That can mean advanced adhesive techniques, layered materials, conservative restorations, and careful treatment planning just for you!

Because your natural tooth already has an incredible design. SDNY’s job is to preserve as much of it as we can ✅

Want to learn more about how biomimetic restorations can protect and reinforce your teeth? Schedule a visit with us today via phone or our website