Hearing that you have periodontitis (advanced gum disease) can be upsetting. At The Dental Design Center in White Plains, we are committed to helping our patients prevent gum disease. If you find out you already have it, don’t despair. It is a treatable condition. Symptoms of Gum Disease Gum disease is not as common as…
General dentistry
Are You Flossing Out Of Fear?
Most people know that flossing their teeth is an important part of dental health. At the Dental Design Center in White Plains, we always remind our patients of the value of this essential procedure. But does fear have to play a role in your commitment to flossing? Flossing allows you to remove plaque and debris from…
Not Your Mother’s Jewelry: 5 Reasons Tongue Piercings Are Dangerous
In this post from The Dental Design Center in White Plains, we’ll get right to it. While tongue, cheek, and lip piercings are popular and even common, there are lots of reasons to keep piercings where they belong—in your ears. Here are five really good ones: Excessive drooling—YIKES! Chipped teeth Infection (some even in places…
Not Happy With Your Dentist?
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
Looking for a new dentist? It’s easy to find one. A quick Google search, a Yelp review or two, and you’ll have a short list of possibilities. The trick is finding a dentist you’re happy with! At The Dental Design Center in White Plains, we’re proud of our positive online reviews. Even so, knowing whether…
Are Floss Picks As Good As Regular Dental Floss?
Are floss picks as good as regular floss? While it’s better to floss with a floss pick than to not floss at all, it’s important to note that floss picks can only clean a part of the tooth’s surface. At The Dental Design Center in White Plains, we recommend traditional floss or tape. Here’s why: A…
Think It’s Not Necessary To Replace Missing Back Teeth?
Sometimes people who lose a back tooth wonder whether they should bother replacing it. After all, it doesn’t show when you smile and there are other teeth to do the chewing. Why not leave it be and save some money? Actually, there are several very good reasons to replace a back tooth with a dental implant…
Fluoride Treatments: Not Just For Kids
This message from The Dental Design Center in White Plains is about the importance of fluoride to teeth at all stages of life. You rarely hear the word “toothpaste” without it being preceded by “fluoride.” “Fluoride toothpaste” is ubiquitous for good reason. Fluoride is a key mineral that helps your teeth stay strong. It is…
Get Your Teeth In Shape, White Plains!
These days people are more health-conscious than ever. Many of us are trying to stay active, eat a balanced diet, and better manage stress. We want our smiles to complement and enhance our physical and mental condition. At The Dental Design Center in White Plains, we make sure our patients have healthy, attractive teeth. Eating…
What Is Oil Pulling?
This post from The Dental Design Center in White Plains looks at oil pulling, an alternative practice that has been generating some buzz lately. Is it a reliable therapy, or a fad? Oil pulling has been a part of Indian Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years. It is the practice of swishing oil in the mouth…
How Often Should I Replace My Toothbrush?
Have you replaced your toothbrush lately? You don’t have to answer that. At The Dental Design Center in White Plains, we recommend replacing your toothbrush every three months. Too many people wait too long to get a new one, which can be bad for their dental health. It’s one of the reasons why most dentists…
