Are Dentures the Only Answer for Extensive Tooth Loss?

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At The Dental Design Center – Ira J. Handschuh, D.D.S., we restore smiles for patients with severe tooth loss. What is total mouth reconstruction? Modern restorative dentistry makes total mouth reconstruction a reality! Total mouth reconstruction restores all the teeth with dental implants and/or implant-anchored dentures. What are dental implants? Dental implants are strong, functional, and naturally-looking…

4 Teeth All In A Row

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Perhaps getting everything lined up for a breathtaking smile can take a bit of finagling. Maybe you’re interested in cosmetic dentistry. At The Dental Design Center, cosmetic dentist Dr. Ira Handschuh is commonly seen working miracles on all types of smiles. Here are 4 ways to get all your ducks (or teeth) in a row…

Rather Have A Root Canal in White Plains?

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Have you ever heard the phrase ‘I’d rather have a root canal’ to describe something painful or unpleasant? At The Dental Design Center – Ira J. Handschuh, D.D.S., we perform root canal (endodontic) therapy routinely for our patients, and many report no or minimal discomfort. Root canal procedures have advanced significantly in recent years. For…

How Long Will A Dental Crown Last?

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NYC endodontists, oral surgeons, and general dentists use dental crowns (sometimes called caps) in many restorative treatments. A crown adds strength to a tooth that has a large filling or has been injured, a crown can correct bite misalignments, and a crown is usually necessary after a root canal. In a dental implant procedure, attaching the crown to the abutment is the final step.