Dr. Todd Shatkin’s Dental Blog

With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Todd Shatkin has a reputation for providing the gentle, personalized care that patients trust. Read our dental blog to learn more about oral health care, and cosmetic dentistry. Contact the Aesthetic Associates Centre today to arrange your free consultation with Dr. Todd Shatkin

Reverse Gum Disease in Buffalo, NY | Bleeding Gums | Dr. Shatkin

Reverse Course on Gum Disease: Strategies for a Healthier Smile

Gum disease often enters the scene quietly, signaling its presence with the warning of bleeding [...]

Implant Dentistry in Buffalo, NY | Mini Implants | Free Consultations

Implant Dentistry 101: Understanding the Basics of Mini Dental Implants

Implant dentistry might sound a bit high-tech and intimidating if you’re just starting to explore [...]

Root Canal Treatment in Buffalo, NY | Book Your Free Consultation

Demystifying Root Canal Treatment: What You Need to Know

Root canal treatment is often misunderstood and shrouded in dread due to its reputation for [...]

Denture Stabilization in Buffalo, NY | Mini Implant | Implant Denture

Signs You May Benefit From Denture Stabilization

Imagine living in a house that shifts and creaks with every gust of wind. The [...]

At-Home Teeth Whitening in Buffalo, NY | Free Consultation | iSmile

iSmile: A Convenient At-Home Teeth Whitening Solution

In today’s world, a bright and confident smile is more important than ever. That’s why [...]

Same-Day Teeth in Buffalo, NY | Mini Implants | Dr. Todd Shatkin

Tooth Loss Solutions: Same-Day Teeth With Mini Dental Implants

Finding the right fix for missing teeth can seem intimidating, with the prospect of same-day [...]

Veneers vs. Crowns in Buffalo, NY | Cosmetic Dentist | Dr. Shatkin

Veneers vs. Crowns: Finding the Best Solution for Your Smile

Embarking on a journey towards a dazzling smile with cosmetic dentistry is an exciting adventure, [...]

Fix-on-Six in Buffalo, NY | Mini Dental Implants | Implant Dentures

The Strength of Fix-on-Six Mini Dental Implants

Traditional dentures provide an answer to tooth loss, but this solution is far from flawless. [...]

Dental Implants in Buffalo, NY | Mini Implants | Free Consultations

Explore the Benefits of Mini Dental Implants in Buffalo, NY

Finding the right dentist is essential when you’re considering dental implants in Buffalo. A skilled [...]

Cosmetic Dentistry in Buffalo, NY | Mini Implant | Free Consultation

Cosmetic Dentistry: The Path to a Confident Smile

For his 1872 publication The Expression of the Emotions in Man and Animals, Charles Darwin [...]

Loose Dentures in Buffalo, NY | Mini Implants | Implant dentures

Eliminate Loose Dentures With Mini Dental Implants

Experiencing the discomfort of loose dentures can feel like wearing shoes that just don’t fit [...]

Clear Aligners in Buffalo, NY | Krystal Klear | Free Consultations

Clear Aligners: Discreet Orthodontic Treatment for All Ages

Clear aligners have revolutionized orthodontic care, becoming increasingly popular, particularly among adults. Their discreet nature [...]

Gum Disease Symptoms in Buffalo, NY | Periodontal Treatment

Gum Disease: Signs, Symptoms, and How We Can Help

Periodontitis, also known as gum disease, is a very common oral health issue and one [...]

Professional Teeth Whitening in Buffalo, NY | iSmile Spas

Professional Teeth Whitening: Your Solution for Brighter Teeth

The phrase “pearly whites” commonly alludes to teeth with a pristine and almost clear appearance, [...]

Snap On Dentures in Buffalo Implant Retained Dentures

Snap On Dentures in Buffalo, NY

Snap On Dentures in Buffalo, NY Replacing teeth is not always a go-straight-to-the-point process. Many [...]

New Teeth in Buffalo, NY | Mini Dental Implants | Free Consultation

Personalized Solutions: New Teeth With Mini Dental Implants

Just as the furniture in our homes may need occasional refurbishment or replacement, our teeth [...]

ClearChoice Alternatives in Buffalo, NY

Tooth loss presents many challenges, affecting not only the aesthetics of your smile but also [...]

Non-invasive dental implants in Buffalo, NY | Mini Dental Implants

Non-Surgical Dental Implants for Seamless Tooth Replacement

Tooth loss is a prevalent issue affecting approximately 178 million Americans. Though common, losing permanent [...]

Are Dental Implants Tax Deductible?

Are you looking for a way to replace missing teeth or stabilize your loose dentures [...]

Partial Dentures | Todd Shatkin DDS | Cosmetic Dentist | Buffalo Dentist

Partial Dentures: A Comprehensive Solution for Missing Teeth

What Are Partial Dentures? Constructed from a blend of metal and acrylic, partial dentures offer [...]

Denture Alternative Options

Today, we’re excited to share a story about the exciting journey of mini dental implant [...]

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Immediate Dentures in Buffalo, NY

Immediate dentures are a type of dental prosthesis that replace your traditional dentures or missing [...]

Permanent Dentures

Permanent Dentures The older you get, the more likely it is that you’ll lose some [...]

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Composite Filling for a Cavity

If you think you have a cavity, you should reach out to our Buffalo dentist [...]

Dental Implant Options Available in Buffalo, NY Dr. Todd Shatkin DDS

Dental Implant Options in Buffalo, NY

Learn About Dental Implant Options in Buffalo, NY Are you considering dental implants and want [...]

Tooth Removal

Tooth Removal Tooth removal, also called tooth extraction, is a common cosmetic and functional dental [...]

Cosmetic Dental Treatments We Offer

Do you want to improve the appearance of your smile? Our Buffalo dentist provides several [...]

Fix on Six Dental Implants

Fix on Six Dental Implants Though the name may sound technically confusing, the idea behind [...]

Dental Care Routine for Healthy Teeth

Do you want a better dental care routine? Improving your oral hygiene can help you [...]

Princess Glitterhead Ending Stigmas

Alicia, a TikTok user has gone viral after a series of videos about the dental [...]

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Mini Dental Implants in Amherst, NY

Dr. Todd Shatkin is a World-Renowned Cosmetic Dentist Providing Mini Dental Implants in Amherst, NY [...]

Shatkin Mini Dental Implants

Are you struggling with missing teeth or loose dentures? Can’t eat the foods you love [...]

Rebuild Your Smile with These Treatments

Your teeth go through a lot, and sometimes it shows. Few things can hurt your [...]

Understanding the Cost of Mini Dental Implants

Losing your teeth can have a significant impact on your life. You may feel insecure, [...]

Importance of Dental Cleanings

Most people assume their daily dental care routine is plenty to keep them healthy. However, [...]

Porcelain Onlay Treatment in Buffalo

Dr. Todd Shatkin is an experienced dentist in Buffalo who provides a wide range of [...]

Dry Mouth: Causes, Risks and Treatments

Dry mouth is bothersome and can cause dental health risks, including tooth loss. Fortunately, our [...]

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Who is the Toothless Princess?

You may picture a princess with a sparkling, dazzling smile. Todd Shatkin met a patient [...]

Tooth Replacement Options

Do you have a missing tooth? You likely know how frustrating and embarrassing it can [...]

#1 Solution for a Missing Tooth

A missing tooth can cause you to have a smile that leaves you feeling self-conscious. [...]

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Solutions to Loose-Fitting Dentures

If you have loose-fitting dentures, you know how much of a drag it can be [...]

Benefits of Mini Implants vs Traditional Implants

Are you missing teeth? You may be wondering if you should get mini dental implants [...]

Dr. Shatkin Now Offering Mini Dental Implants in Scottsdale

We are proud to announce that Dr. Todd Shatkin is now providing his services, including [...]

Gum Irritation: Causes and Treatments

Are you tired of suffering from gum irritation? Please keep reading to learn more about [...]

Achieve a Hollywood Smile

Red carpet events are full of celebrities who have had dental work to improve the [...]

Teeth Whitening Treatment Options

Is your smile stained, discolored, or yellowing? These issues can make you look aged. If [...]

Dental Credit Card: Treatment Financing

If you need dental care that is going to be costly, you are likely worried [...]

WNY Dentist: Family Dental Care

Have you been looking for a WNY dentist who can provide care for your whole [...]

Dental Injury FAQs

Have you recently sustained a dental injury, you are likely worried about your smile. Our [...]

Krystal Klear Aligners FAQs

If you do not love your smile and think that they would benefit from Krystal [...]

Benefits of Restorative Dental Care

If you have dental issues, it can have an impact on your life. You may [...]

Permanent Tooth Loss Solutions

Losing your teeth can have a very negative impact on your life. Your overall health [...]

Shatkin College of Dentistry

Daemen University is developing a Doctoral of Dental Surgery (DDS) program designed to meet a [...]

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Managing Pregnancy Gingivitis

Being pregnant is a tough job. Your body changes in many unexpected ways. Many women [...]

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Replace Teeth: Restorative Dentistry

When you lose your teeth, you are likely searching for solutions to replace teeth. Our [...]

Mini Dental Implant Centers of America in Scottsdale – Grand Opening!

We are pleased to announce the grand opening of The Mini Dental Implant Centers of [...]

How to Prevent Cavities

An important part of a healthy smile is knowing how to prevent cavities. Cavities can [...]

Benefits of Permanent Teeth Whitening

Are you unhappy with the appearance of your smile? A lot of people seek out [...]

Snap-in Denture for Tooth Loss

If you have suffered total tooth loss, you already know how much this can affect [...]

What is a Mini Implant?

Are you missing teeth? This can be very upsetting. You may want to hide your [...]

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Total Tooth Loss Solutions

Total tooth loss can happen for many reasons, and it can ultimately lead you to [...]

Benefits of Snap-on Dentures

When you lose your teeth, it can affect you in a lot of different ways. [...]

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N95 Respirators by Pure Environments by Shatkin FIRST

Pure Environments by Shatkin FIRST, Inc. is producing NIOSH-approved N95 respirators for one reason — [...]

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Oral Hygiene Tips for a Healthier Smile

Are you looking to get a healthier smile? Perhaps you have had your fair share [...]

3 Dental Care Financing Options

We know that dental care can be costly. Not everyone has the money to pay [...]

Improve Your Smile with Cosmetic Dentistry

Are you unhappy with the appearance of your smile? Our Buffalo cosmetic dentist can help [...]

Choosing a Mini Implant Dentist

Losing your teeth can be very traumatic. You might feel embarrassed and want to avoid [...]

4 Treatments for Fixing a Broken Tooth

Do you need a Buffalo dentist to help you with fixing a broken tooth? We [...]

What Are False Teeth Made Of?

Long ago, we used to replace missing teeth with shells, wood, or animal bones. Thankfully, [...]

Shatkin F.I.R.S.T. Downs Buffalo Pre-Game Show

Get on Shatkin F.I.R.S.T. Downs Buffalo Pre-Game Show! Saturdays: 5-5:30pm & Sundays 12-12:30pm with host [...]

Payment Plans for Dental Work

We know that not everyone is going to be able to afford to pay for [...]

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Are Mini Dentures Right for Me?

When your smile starts to change because of teeth loss, it can feel like a [...]

ADA SmileCon 2021

Come Meet Us in Las Vegas for the 2021 ADA SmileCon! The ADA SmileCon is [...]

Cosmetic Dental Treatment

Cosmetic Dental Treatment in Buffalo, NY When you think about the dentist, you might first [...]

Todd & Leslie Shatkin Institute for Mobility Innovation & Technology (IMIT)

Daemen College to open an advanced robotic-assisted rehabilitation center Slated to open in spring 2022, [...]

Snap-In Dentures Implant Retained Dentures Dr. Todd Shatkin DDS

Snap-In Dentures in Buffalo, NY

If you or someone you love has lost their natural teeth, it can be devastating [...]

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Memorial Day Thank You

This Memorial Day, we would like to take a moment to remember and honor all [...]

N95 Masks Now Available For Sale Made in USA Todd Shatkin DDS

N95 Masks Now Available To The Public

Last year during the worse phase of the pandemic, Governor Cuomo asked local businesses to [...]

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Dental Implants in Clarence, NY

Contact Aesthetic Associates Centre for Affordable Mini Dental Implants in Clarence, NY Are you or [...]

Mini Dental Implants in Williamsville, NY

Dr. Todd Shatkin Donates 15,000 N95 Respirators to Tara Cares

Dr. Todd Shatkin Donates 15,000 N95 Respirator Masks to Tara Cares

Dr. Todd Shatkin and his wife Leslie are proud to donate 15,000 N95 respirator masks [...]

Dental Benefits in the New Year

New Year, New Dental Benefits! Do you have a plan to utilize your new dental [...]

Dental Implant Dentist in Buffalo, NY

Experienced Dental Implant Dentist in Buffalo, NY – Schedule A Free Consultation Today! It can [...]

Holiday Smile Specials

Take Advantage of Big Savings With Our 2020 Holiday Smile Specials How would you like [...]

Dr. Todd Shatkin Presented The Presidential Medal by Daemen College

Watch the video below to see Dr. Todd Shatkin being awarded the Presidential Medal of [...]

Full Mouth Reconstruction

Full Mouth Reconstruction in Buffalo, NY Having a problem with a tooth is a very [...]

Free Dental Consultation in Buffalo, NY

Free Dental Consultation in Buffalo, NY When it comes to health matters, only one thing [...]

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Invisible Braces in Buffalo, NY

Invisible Braces in Buffalo, NY The science of teeth straightening has evolved over the years, [...]

Mini Dental Implant Treatment in Buffalo, NY

Affordable Dental Care

Dr. Todd Shatkin Provides Affordable Dental Care for All Ages in Buffalo, NY At The [...]

Affordable Dentures in Buffalo, NY

Experienced Cosmetic Dentist Providing Affordable Dentures in Buffalo, NY Losing your natural teeth can be [...]

Mini Dental Implants Cost

Losing your natural teeth can be a traumatic and embarrassing experience. It can negatively impact [...]

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Laminate Veneers in Buffalo, NY

Cosmetic Dentist Providing Affordable Laminate Veneers in Buffalo, NY Did you know that Dr. Todd [...]

Dr. Todd Shatkin Donates Masks To WNY Aesthetic Associates Centre

Dr. Todd Shatkin Donates Masks To Western New Yorkers’

In late March, Governor Andrew Cuomo asked local businesses to consider retooling and start to [...]

Invisible Aligners in Amherst, NY Krystal Klear Aligners Dr. Todd Shatkin

Invisible Aligners in Buffalo, NY

Amherst Dentist Providing Affordable Invisible Aligners in Buffalo, NY One of the biggest changes in [...]

Black Lives Matter

Aesthetic Associates Centre stands in solidarity with the Black community in the urgent fight against [...]

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We’ve Reopened!

Aesthetic Associates Centre is happy to announce that we have reopened and are now seeing [...]

COVID-19 Testing in Buffalo, NY Coronavirus Tests Todd Shatkin DDS

COVID-19 Testing for Patients of the Aesthetic Associates Centre

Dr. Todd Shatkin Announces That Patients of the Aesthetic Associates Centre Can Receive COVID-19 Testing [...]

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Implant Retained Dentures

Implant Retained Dentures As you begin to age, you may experience tooth loss. This can [...]

Affordable Dental Implants

Affordable Dental Implants Are you experiencing tooth loss? Do you have signs of premature aging, [...]

Dental Exam

Dental Exams in Buffalo, NY It is recommended by the American Dental Association, you should [...]

Fixing Gapped Teeth

Fixing Gapped Teeth One of the most common dental issues that people experience is gapped [...]

Gum Disease Treatment

Gum Disease Treatment Gum disease, also known as periodontitis, is an infection of the gums [...]

Fixing Broken Teeth

Fixing Broken Teeth Accidents happen, and so do broken teeth. A broken tooth, as the [...]

Oral Cancer Screening

Oral Cancer Screening Visits to the dentist are necessary. During these visits, they ensure your [...]

Dental Checkup

Dental Checkup Everybody should visit the dentist regularly. The dentist cares for more than just [...]

Mini-Dental Implants

Mini-Dental Implants For those who are missing teeth, life can feel like a struggle. If [...]

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Shatkin Dental Health

Shatkin Dental Health was established in 2018(9) from the vision of Dr. Todd Shatkin. Shatkin [...]

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Dental Bridge | Buffalo Dentist | Todd Shatkin DDS | Free Consultation

Dental Bridge Treatment

Dental Bridge Treatment Do you have missing, broken, or decaying teeth? Are you becoming increasingly [...]

Dental Bonding

Dental Bonding Are you unhappy with the way your smile looks? Do you look in [...]

Mini Implants by Dr. Todd Shatkin

Mini Implants by Dr. Todd Shatkin Todd Shatkin DDS has been providing mini implants for [...]

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Happy Veterans Day from Dr. Todd Shatkin and Aesthetic Associates Centre

Dr. Todd Shatkin and the entire team at the Aesthetic Associates Centre would like to [...]

Halloween Candy Buy-Back

HALLOWEEN CANDY BUY-BACK SPONSORED BY AESTHETIC ASSOCIATES CENTRE Dr. Todd Shatkin is redefining the phrase [...]

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iSmile Spas

iSmile Spas At the Aesthetic Associates Centre, we are very excited to introduce our new [...]

Dr. Todd Shatkin Changing Lives with the Buffalo Bisons - Rhonda With Her New Dental Implants

More Photo’s From Changing Lives With The Buffalo Bisons

We had such an incredible time supporting the Buffalo Bisons and helping Rhonda achieve the [...]

iSmile Whitening – 5 Amazing Benefits

In the modern cosmetic dentistry world, there are tons of methods available for at-home teeth [...]

Cosmetic Dental Surgery Can Improve Your Smile

Do you hesitate to flash that toothy smile in public? Let’s assure you that your [...]

Changing Lives With The Buffalo Bisons

Changing Lives With The Buffalo Bisons Todd Shatkin DDS is changing lives of more Western [...]

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Looking For An Implant Dentist in Buffalo? – Here’s What To Look For!

Looking For An Implant Dentist in Buffalo? – Here’s What To Look For! Afraid of [...]

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Dr. Todd Shatkin’s Dental Care Guide

Welcome to the Aesthetic Associates Centre. Dr. Todd Shatkin works closely with his brother, Dr. [...]

5 Signs You Need a Tooth Filling

Is it possible to tell if you need a tooth filling without visiting a dentist? [...]

5 Reasons Dental Check Ups Are Important

Be Sure To Schedule Routine Dental Check Ups! How many dental check ups do you [...]

5 Things You Need to Know about Teeth Whitening

There’s nothing better than a natural, unreserved smile, especially if the teeth are pearly white! But [...]

Dental Veneers

Gaps between teeth, misalignment, stubborn stains, crookedness, and broken teeth – five problems, one solution: dental veneers! [...]

Composite Veneers

If you already know how dental veneers help in teeth improvement and smile makeover, you probably have heard about composite veneers as [...]

CBCT

If you’ve ever taken an x-ray at a dentist’s office, it is likely that you’ve [...]

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Smile Makeover

If you were to look at your smile in a picture taken of you, what’s [...]

Veneers

When you look in the mirror, are you unhappy with the way you look? Is [...]

CareCredit Financing

If you struggle with your finances but don’t want to neglect your health care, there [...]

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Dental Implant Questions

Get Answers To Your Dental Implant Questions When you ask someone what their favorite aspect [...]

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How to Choose the Best Dentist

If you’re in between dentists, moving to a new area, or just looking for a [...]

iSmile Spa | 1 Hour Teeth Whitening in Buffalo, NY | Dr. Todd Shatkin DDS

Our New iSmile Teeth Whitening Spa

Many individuals are not happy with the current color of their teeth. There are many [...]

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Todd Shatkin DDS Receives The Five Star Diamond Award

Dr. Todd Shatkin, D.D.S. · of Aesthetic Associates, owner of Shatkin F.I.R.S.T.® and President Emeritus [...]