At The Dental Design Center in White Plains we almost always tell our patients to use a soft-bristled toothbrush on their teeth. Our recommendation is usually enough, but sometimes patients ask, why? Why soft? We’ll use this blog post to explain. The short answer is that soft-bristled toothbruses are gentle on your gums, but at…
General dentistry
Common Dental Questions
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 it when patients ask a lot of questions, because that tells us they are taking a strong interest in their dental health. Common Questions One of…
What Is General Dentistry?
If you explored our website before landing on this blog, you have may noticed the term “general dentistry” on the menu, along with other services. “General dentistry” may sound bland, but it isn’t. At The Dental Design Center in White Plains, it’s your assurance that we can diagnose and treat your most essential issues, and…
Is Your Mouth Sore Something Serious?
At The Dental Design Center in White Plains, one of our roles is to help you take care of your mouth. Some of our patients have problems with mouth sores, so it’s the topic of this post. If you have a mouth sore that lasts more than a week or two, it is vital to…
Danger Zone! 5 Signs Of Gum Disease
Here is some important information from The Dental Design Center in White Plains: periodontal disease is a principal cause of tooth loss among adults. Also known as gum disease, there is also evidence that it is linked to heart disease. Fortunately, it is easy to treat if it is caught in the early stages. What warning…
Have You Thanked Your Dental Assistant Lately?
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
The Dental Design Center in White Plains would be a very different place if it weren’t for the skilled dental assistants who work there. In this blog post we would like to review the importance of these experts who are frequently not given the credit they deserve. Dental assistants not only make your dental appointment more comfortable,…
Creating Beautiful Smiles
The Dental Design Center is a full-service dental practice in White Plains. As a general dentistry practice, we view ourselves as your first line of defense when it comes to your dental health: the place that helps you maintain healthy teeth and gums. We recommend seeing us every six months for a cleaning and checkup.…
Is Grandpa Smiling?
Here’s a slightly rhetorical question from the team at The Dental Design Center in White Plains: how do you think Americans in the 65+ age bracket are doing, when it comes to dental health? It’s one of those good news/bad news answers. The Good News: The rate of tooth decay in that group has decreased…
Between-Meal Cleaning
At The Dental Design Center in White Plains, we always remind our patients to brush and floss their teeth after every meal. Most of our patients take that advice to heart; it’s good for their dental health. But what are you supposed to do in the middle of the day? You’re out and about, and…
Soda Spells Double Trouble
Soft drinks, soda, pop. No matter what you call it, it can really do a number on your dental health. In this post from The Dental Design Center in White Plains, we have yet another reason to avoid this ubiquitous drink. When it comes to your dental health, soda delivers a double punch of…
