Charles Silk DDS's Schools

• New York University , Class of 1983 Doctor of Dental Surgery

Charles Silk DDS's Publications

• Ski Sites in New York, Charles Silk, D.D.S. November, 2010 Renowned New York prosthodontist Charles Silk, D.D.S. leads an active lifestyle through biking, playing sports, and skiing. Charles Silk, D.D.S. consider himself fortunate to live in New York, which is home to a number of great mountains for skiers and snowboarders. Located in the Catskills, Hunter Mountain claims to be the snowmaking capital of the world. All of its 52 various trails are equipped with snowmakers, totaling more than 1,100 snow guns, making it an ideal destination even when there has not been a great deal of snow. Charles Silk, D.D.S. is also involved with Hunter Mountain Racing, a collective of snowboard, freestyle, and racing competitors. Another good skiing area close to New York City is Plattekill Mountain in Roxbury. Ideal for both beginners and advanced skiers, Plattekill is home to some of the state’s mildest bunny slopes, as well as some of the steepest descents on the entire East Coast. During snow season, Pattekill is always a popular destination for both families and competitors looking to train on new trails. Centrally located in the Catskills, Belleayre Mountain is a skiing area in Highmount that is operated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. The mountain is pristine, making it ideal for families and other groups with members who do not enjoy skiing. Belleayre Mountain is a great destination for nature enthusiasts and thrill seekers. Whiteface is home to one of the East Coast’s largest vertical drops, measured at 3,430 feet, making it a popular destination for advanced skiers. The area also offers milder trails for less ambitious skiers, but remains ideal for those who are more experienced.. Operated by the New York Olympic Regional Development Authority, Whiteface is often graced with some of the biggest names in competitive skiing today.

• An Overview of Cosmetic Dentistry by Charles Silk, DDS , Charles Silk DDS' Blog on Bigsight July, 2011 As a Prosthodontist with Park South Dental in New York City, I specialize in restorative and cosmetic dentistry techniques and treatments. At Park South Dental, my staff and I use some of the latest technologies, including laser and air abrasion tools, to treat dental decay and teeth defects and provide brighter, better-looking smiles. Unlike traditional dentistry, which focuses on preventing and treating oral diseases, cosmetic dentistry centers on improving a patient’s dental and oral features, including their teeth, mouth, and smile. With restorative dentistry, treatments are often necessary for a person’s health. However, in cosmetic dentistry, a patient usually chooses to undergo a procedure to improve the overall appearance of their teeth. Only two subspecialties of dentistry include aesthetic and cosmetic treatments, prosthodontics and orthodontics.. Prosthodontics refers to the diagnosis of clinical conditions affecting oral functionality and appearance, and the restoration and replacement of lost or deficient teeth. Orthodontics identifies the specialty field involved in treating bite displacement and modifying dental growth to produce ideal smiles and tooth positioning. Cosmetic dentistry encompasses a wide range of treatments, several of which focus on adding material to or removing parts of the teeth or gums. For example, bonding refers to the process of applying and shaping a composite material, similar in appearance to enamel, onto a tooth to cover up discoloration, decay, chips, or breaks. Porcelain laminates known as veneers may be bonded onto the teeth to eliminate gaps or hide blemishes. Conversely, the procedure known as tooth reshaping, or sculpting, requires removing or moving portions of the enamel to adjust tooth appearance, such as changing its shape or length. Certain cosmetic dental procedures require that nothing be taken or added to the teeth. They include the most common cosmetic treatments, teeth bleaching and whitening. Whitening and bleaching procedures and products differ in how white they make teeth. The FDA requires that all treatments capable of making teeth whiter than their natural color be called bleaching. On the other hand, whitening refers to a dental process that cleans away discoloration and debris from the enamel. Regardless of the procedures provided, there is a focus on health and beauty.

• How Dental Inlays and Onlays Work, by Dr. Charles Silk DDS, Dr. Charles Silk DDS August, 2011 A prosthodontist with nearly 30 years of experience in cosmetic and implant dentistry, Dr. Charles Silk DDS routinely performs a variety of dental procedures, including bonding, crowns, bridges, whitening, Invisalign, and porcelain inlays and onlays. Here he explains the basics of dental inlay and onlay procedures. Used to repair mild to moderate tooth decay or cracked or fractured teeth, dental inlays and onlays are usually made from composite resin, porcelain, or gold. Dental inlays and onlays often repair teeth not damaged enough to require a crown. When made from tooth-colored materials, these repairs can create a very natural looking smile in place of less realistic metal fillings. Dental inlays are best suited for teeth with damage in the indented surface on the top. Generally, inlay placement takes two separate dental appointments. During the first appointment, the dentist makes a detailed impression of the tooth to be repaired and places a temporary inlay to protect it. After a dental lab has manufactured a custom inlay to fit the damaged tooth, the patient returns to the dentist’s office, where the dentist places the permanent inlay precisely into the damaged space. Generally, patients only experience a mild tenderness after the procedure and are able to return to normal activities as soon as they leave the office. Onlay repairs treat decay extending onto one or more cusps of the teeth and are applied in the same manner as inlays. When made from tooth-colored materials, inlays and onlays are nearly invisible. Dental inlays and onlays have a variety of benefits in addition to their visual subtlety. They do not expand or contract in response to temperature changes as metal fillings often do, nor do they require the substantial tooth reduction usually required for metal fillings. Saving decaying teeth, inlays and onlays strengthen teeth by as much as 75 percent and can last as long as 30 years.

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