Avoid These 5 Smile Wreckers

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We hope today’s post will alert blog visitors to some harmful oral health risks. At The Dental Design Center – Ira J. Handschuh, D.D.S., too often, we treat tooth decay and damage caused by the following: 1. Sports Injuries Many parents send their children out on the playing field with a mouthguard but fail to…

Why Is Dry Mouth Risky For Your Teeth?

Why Is Dry Mouth Dangerous For White Plains Dental Patients?

Hello, welcome to The Dental Design Center – Ira J. Handschuh, D.D.S. blog. Today we are going to talk about Dry Mouth, an unpleasant condition that can actually impact oral health. Reduction of saliva flow resulting in a dry mouth is a common issue, especially among older adults. However, men and women of all ages…

The Link Between Gum Disease and Viral Infections

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The COVID-19 pandemic has increased public awareness of the danger of viruses and the importance of a healthy immune system. Our Immune System Protects Against Serious Illness The variation in the seriousness of COVID-19 illness is due, in part, to the strength of natural biological defenses. Of course, you may be wondering why we’re talking…

3 Vital Reasons to Floss Regularly

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Are you an avid flosser? Many of us periodically skip this needed habit. Studies show that around 68% of individuals report flossing at least once a week while 20% say they actually never floss. Skipping the daily flossing routine can have devastating consequences on your overall dental health and result in pricey dental work in…

5 Critical Oral Cancer Facts

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Dental Checkups Are Not Just About Cavities At The Dental Design Center – Ira J. Handschuh, D.D.S. we encourage people to come in twice a year for a dental examination and cleaning.  If you forego twice-yearly dental checkups because you don’t believe you have any tooth decay, perhaps getting an oral cancer screening is a more convincing…

Time To Upgrade Your Smile?

Cosmetic Dentistry Options

Have you thought about upgrading your smile? Cosmetic dentistry offers many wonderful possibilities for White Plains residents. The quickest and least invasive procedure is light teeth whitening. The results are dramatic and teeth whitening side effects are minimal. If your teeth are slightly crooked, but require no orthodontic work, porcelain veneers could be the answer.…