Dr. Frank Orlando, DDS

Bio

Frank Orlando DDS, FAGD, FICOI

Frank Orlando is a two-time University of Michigan graduate. He graduated high honors with a BS in Honors Psychology in 2001 and graduated as a member of the OKU Honor Society with his DDS in 2005. Dr. Orlando continued his education by attaining his AEGD (Advanced Education in General Dentistry) certificate from the one-year program at the University of Florida Dental School.

Dr. Orlando has served the Manhattan community since 2006 and has quickly become one of the most sought out dentists in New York City. He is focused on personalized, quality care in which the patient is the center of attention. Dr. Orlando understands that every patient has different expectations and goals and tailors his treatment accordingly. He believes the most important attributes a dentist can have is listening to the patient and effectively explaining the benefits of proposed treatment.

Dr. Orlando is highly trained in all aspects of cosmetic general dentistry and has maintained a firm belief that a healthy mouth is integral to a healthy body. In fact, Dr. Orlando is a founding member of the American Academy for Oral Systemic Health. Dr. Orlando believes in his patients having a healthy, stable oral environment as a foundation before cosmetic, reconstructive work is completed and is a firm believer in minimally invasive dentistry – basically treating disease at its inception rather than a wait and see approach. It is essential to Dr. Orlando that he educates his patients on the connection between mouth and body, stressing the link between oral health and overall general health.

Dr. Orlando believes that by keeping up with current trends in dentistry he is best able to provide optimum treatment for his patients. To do this, he has earned his Fellowship in both the AGD (Academy of General Dentistry) and the ICOI (International Congress of Oral Implantologists). These achievements place Dr. Orlando in an elite group, which comprise of less than 5% of all dentists in North America. Further, Dr. Orlando has attained over 1,300 Continuing Education Credits since 2005 (NY State only requires 20 credits per year.)

Dr. Orlando is also a member of the following organizations:
• Leading Physicians of the World
• International Association of Dentists
• Dental Study Club of New York
• Heart Healthy Dentistry
• New York Academy of Collaborative Dentistry
• American Dental Association
• New York State Dental Association
• New York County Dental Society

Dr. Orlando lives in Manhattan with his lovely wife, Meghann, their puppy, Sophie, and their most recent addition, Georgie, a rescue dog.


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  • Manhattan Dental Health

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  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Dentistry:

    THURSDAY, May 23 (HealthDay News) -- Heavy consumption of diet soda can damage teeth as badly as methamphetamine or crack cocaine, a new study contends.

    "You look at it side-to-side with 'meth mouth' or 'coke mouth,' it is startling to see the intensity and extent of damage more or less t...Full Article

  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Dentistry:

    TUESDAY, May 14 (HealthDay News) -- Dentists, as it turns out, may have one more reason than the rest of us to be wary of alligators. The toothy reptiles may one day put those who install implants, bridges and dentures out of their jobs.

    Alligators continually make new teeth to replace t...Full Article

  • Frank Orlando, DDS
    Frank Orlando, DDS answered:
    How can root canals be prevented?

    This is a great question. Root canals may be required for a variety of reasons: 

    • One is due to large cavities. This is preventable by treating cavities before they hurt. If you maintain a 6 month recall and your dentist practices minimally invasive dentistry at the earliest signs
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  • Frank Orlando, DDS
    Frank Orlando, DDS answered:
    What is tooth decay?
    Tooth decay is a situation where bacteria produces acids that are released in/on your teeth. It occurs when bacteria is allowed to sit on your teeth for an elongated amount of time and eventually causes holes/breakdown. Prevention is the key - good home care and maintenance including brushing, flossing...  Full Post
  • Frank Orlando, DDS
    Frank Orlando, DDS answered:
    How does tooth decay damage teeth?

    Tooth Decay damages teeth by dissolving the hard outer part of the tooth (enamel). Tooth decay occurs when the tooth loses its density or strength which allows bacteria to have an easier way to get to your underlying structure (dentin/nerve), which leads to sensitivity. You always want to treat decay

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  • Frank Orlando, DDS

    My Smile Doesn’t Shine Anymore!

    A patient recently asked me about teeth staining, whitening, and discoloration and I realized there are quite a few things you can do every day on your own to keep your teeth pearly white for years to come!

    First and foremost, any kind of colored food/drink (coffee,

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  • Frank Orlando, DDS
    Frank Orlando, DDS answered:
    Will I need a root canal if I'm going to get complete dentures?

    Not usually. A complete denture is used when you have no teeth remaining. It completely replaces all your teeth. However, sometimes you can use remaining teeth to support your denture. That would be an overdenure (over-your-teeth) and in that case your remaining teeth may need root canals.

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  • Frank Orlando, DDS
    Frank Orlando, DDS answered:
    What are root form dental implants?

    Root form implants are the most common type of implant used to today. Basically a root form implant is used to replace the root of a missing tooth and you then get an abutment and a crown over the implant so it looks like every other tooth in your mouth. Root form implants are made of titanium and

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  • Frank Orlando, DDS
    Frank Orlando, DDS answered:
    Will my tooth be sensitive after a root canal?

    Yes, your tooth/mouth will have mild/moderate sensitivity after a root canal. This is usually from the actual procedure of cleaning out the infection, replacing it with a filling material, and having your mouth propped open for a certain amount of time. I recommend that you take ibuprofen (800 mg) every

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  • Frank Orlando, DDS
    Frank Orlando, DDS answered:
    Should I talk to my dentist if I still feel tooth pain after a root canal?

    I would always recommend talking to your dentist if you have any concern whatsoever. The most important aspect of your relationship is two-way communication. That being said, it is normal to have mild/moderate discomfort after root canal treatment. I recommend taking 800mg ibuprofen every 8 hours

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