Looking for a new dentist? Maybe you’re new in town, or maybe you’re just looking for a change. Whatever the reason, The Dental Design Center in White Plains has some suggestions you may find useful. It isn’t a decision you want to make lightly. Ideally you should establish a relationship that you can count on…
Dental health
Beware Of An Acidic Diet
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
People generally don’t think of a tooth as a body part that fluctuates in strength. Our teeth seem to have a steady hardness and dependably grind food whenever we need them. However, teeth are dynamic organisms with nonstop chemical processes. The protective enamel that covers the softer interior consists of minerals. Enamel demineralizes (loses some…
How Do You Measure Success?
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
At The Dental Design Center in White Plains, the dental health of our patients is our number one priority each and every day. We hope that goes without saying! How do you measure dental success? A check-up with no cavities? A perfect smile? A crown that looks as natural as the surrounding teeth? It could mean…
Inlays/Onlays: Less Invasive Than Complete Crowns
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
Restorative dentistry has advanced significantly over the years and there are now several effective ways to fix decayed teeth. In this post from The Dental Design Center in White Plains, we concentrate on two similar types of restorations: inlays and onlays. Where possible, an inlay or an onlay can be a less-invasive substitute for a…
Save Your Breath
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
This post from The Dental Design Center in White Plains focuses on a problem experienced by many people, bad breath. Bad breath, or halitosis, has several causes. The most common is poor oral hygiene. Halitosis often happens in the middle of the day, due to an inability to brush between meals. Small food pieces on…
Best Practices For A Healthy, Beautiful Smile
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
It’s easy to become a little complacent about your dental health. At The Dental Design Center in White Plains, we know that all too well! Our goal in this blog post is for you to evaluate where you stand and consider how you can improve things. Brushing Good: Brush teeth once a day. Better: Brush…
Does Your Dentist Conjure Up Cavities?
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
Cavities can be filled, but it is better to prevent them in the first place. If your dentist seems to conjure up cavities at every visit, then it’s up to you to break the cycle. At The Dental Design Center in White Plains we are here to help you. How can you lift the cavity…
A New Reason To Eat More Fish
Categories: Dental health, Gum Disease
This may sound like an unlikely cause and effect, but research suggests that eating fish with high levels of polyunsaturated fats can lower the risk of gum disease, a condition we see far too often at The Dental Design Center in White Plains. As you may know, gum disease is a leading cause of tooth…
Dental Questions? We Have Answers.
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
At The Dental Design Center in White Plains, we strive for excellence in dentistry every day. Providing the best possible dental care goes beyond cleanings and exams. We like patients who ask a lot of questions, because that tells us they are taking a strong interest in their dental health. Frequently Asked Questions One of…
Your Dentist Does A Lot More Than Fill Cavities
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
At The Dental Design Center in White Plains we are a primary care dental provider, a role that we take very seriously. When you come in for your regular checkup we will give you a thorough examination and cleaning to ensure you have good dental health. There are nearly 150,000 dentists practicing in North America…
