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Metropolitan Dental Arts

Compassionate Care

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Convenient Scheduling

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State-of-the-art Technology

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Enjoy Your Visit.
Love Your Smile.

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Meet Our Doctors

Our Services

3M™ Clear Aligners
Cosmetic Dentist
Dental Implants
General Dentistry
GLO Science Teeth Whitening
Gum Disease Treatment
Oral Surgery
Same-Day Crowns
Sedation Dentistry
Orthodontics
Pediatric Dentistry
Lip & Tongue Tie

Your Questions, Answered

Orthodontics, also known as dentofacial orthopedics, is a specialized branch of dentistry that concentrates on identifying, preventing, and treating dental and facial irregularities.

An orthodontist is a dental specialist who has received two to three years of additional training and experience. Dr. Keith J. Heller is able to straighten teeth, correct misaligned jaw structure, and improve the function of your smile.

If you want to improve the look and feel of your smile, then any age can be a great time to see the orthodontist. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that children first visit an orthodontist around the age of seven; however, orthodontic treatment is not exclusive to children and teens. About one in every five orthodontic patients is over the age of 21. (Dr. Keith J. Heller has even improved the smiles of patients in their 80s!) Whether you’re considering treatment for yourself or for a child, any age is a good time to visit the orthodontist.

• A more attractive smile

• Better function of the teeth

• Possible increase in self-confidence

• Increased ability to clean the teeth

• Improved force distribution and wear patterns of the teeth

• Better long-term health of teeth and gums

• Permanent teeth guided into more favorable positions

• Reduced risk of injury to protruding front teeth

• Aid in optimizing other dental treatments

Treatment times vary on a case-by-case basis, but the average time is 12-24 months. Actual treatment time can be affected by rate of growth and severity of the necessary correction. Treatment length is also dependent upon patient compliance. Maintaining good oral hygiene and keeping regular appointments are important in keeping treatment time on schedule.

Our orthodontist in Brooklyn, NY offers various orthodontic treatments to help our patients straighten their teeth. Our dentist will first examine your teeth, identify the orthodontic issue and discuss the desired results. At Metropolitan Dental Arts: Dr. Keith J. Heller, we provide the highest quality treatments to ensure your comfort and improve your appearance. Our Orthodontist uses the latest technology and equipment to ensure you get the best smile without any discomfort. We also provide a wide range of services and specialize in braces in Brooklyn, NY.

If you are suffering from any of the issues mentioned below, make sure you visit the Brooklyn, NY Orthodontist.

• If your crowded teeth overlap and you find it difficult to clean your teeth.

• If you have an overbite, where your bottom teeth disappear while biting down.

• If you have underbite where your bottom teeth will overlap your top teeth.

• If you have an open bite, which creates a gap between your upper and bottom teeth.

• If your child has thumb or finger-sucking habits beyond a certain age.

• If you have gapped teeth that cause food to get stuck.

• If you have TMJ pain causing headaches, locked jaw, tiredness, etc.

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Dr. Keith J. Heller

Restorative & Cosmetic Dentist
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Dr. Danielle Bokhour

General Dentist
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Dr. Alexander J. Bae

General Dentist
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Dr. Calvin Tam

General Dentist
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Dr. Sahil Singal

General Dentist
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Dr. Jake Horowitz

General Dentist
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Dr. Bomi Cha

General Dentist
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Dr. Lidia Movahedian

Orthodontist
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Dr. Jorge Matos

Orthodontist
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Dr. Graig A. Fischgrund

Periodontist
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Dr. Jared Miller

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
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Dr. Bobby Bakhshoudeh

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
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Dr. Christopher D. Higgins

Endodontist