Dr. Barbara Peterson DDS
Dentist
763 Utica Avenue Brooklyn New York, 11203About
Barbara Peterson, DDS, maintains her own private dental practice at Aces Braces of Flatbush in Brooklyn, New York. As an experienced orthodontist of over 10 years, Dr. Peterson offers a wide array of procedures to her patients such as overbites, crowded teeth, orthodontic corrections, and impacted teeth. Aside from treating her patients, of all ages, Dr. Peterson is an attending orthodontist at Kings County Hospital; as well as, teaches first year orthodontists. An advocate for continued education, she also teaches a general dental program. To remain up-to-date herself in procedures and technologies, Dr. Peterson is an active member of the American Dental Association.
Education and Training
Howard University
Board Certification
Board Eligible
Provider Details
Dr. Barbara Peterson DDS's Expert Contributions
Do dental whitening toothpastes contain bleach?
Hello! Thank you for your question! Some whitening toothpastes do contain a very low level of peroxide. It's not as strong as what we use for our whitening treatments, but you may still see small results from using a whitening toothpaste! I hope this helps! READ MORE
Can a tooth abscess be seen on an X-ray?
Yes an abcess can be detected on a panoramic or periapical X-ray. They can also be detected clinically. Early stage abscesses usually exhibit sensitivity upon applying pressure to the area. A percussion test (tapping on the crown of the infected tooth) can also be an effective way to locate which tooth has been affected by the abscess. READ MORE
Brushing too hard?
Perhaps your gums were not receding when you saw the first dentist. Gingival recession can be caused by toothbrush abrasion or "brushing too hard". This is why it is not recommended to use tooth brushes with hard bristles. Switching to a soft bristled toothbrush At the first sign of gingival recession is recommended in order stop or slow down the process. See a general dentist or a periodontist (gum specialist) if it persists. READ MORE
I am getting abscesses in my infected tooth. How do I treat them?
If you are developing an abscess in an infected tooth you should see a dental specialist asap! Swelling within your dental tissues is a sign of infection and cannot be treated effectively with home remedies. Go see your dentist and she or he will more than likely prescribe an antibiotic READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Teaches First Year Orthodontists and General Dental Program at Kings County Hospital -
Internships
- Kings County Hospital
Professional Society Memberships
- American Dental Association
What do you attribute your success to?
- Her Family Background
Hobbies / Sports
- Reading and Traveling
Favorite professional publications
- American Journal of Orthodontics
Dr. Barbara Peterson DDS's Practice location
Practice At 451 Clarkson Ave
451 Clarkson Ave -Brooklyn, NY 11203Get Direction
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451 CLARKSON AVENUE BROOKLYN NY 11203