Most people know that flossing is an important part of oral health. As we like to remind our patients at The Dental Design Center in White Plains NY, its value has been proven time and time again. Flossing is your chance to remove the food debris that a toothbrush can’t reach. Which Kind Is Best?…
General dentistry
How Tooth Grinding Can Damage Your Smile
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
Teeth grinding is a common behavior among people of all ages. Known formally as bruxism, it is when someone involuntarily clenches or grinds their teeth. It can have serious consequences, but is treatable at The Dental Design Center in White Plains NY. Teeth grinding can occur during the day or night and can affect children…
Mouthwash Facts
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
Using mouthwash is a quick and easy way to freshen up your breath, and certain types are actually a good addition to your daily dental health routine. But at The Dental Design Center in White Plains NY, we remind you that using mouthwash is never a substitute for brushing and flossing your teeth. There are…
Gum Disease: A Serious Condition
Categories: General dentistry, Gum Disease
One of every ten American adults is likely to get some form of gum disease by the time they’re sixty-four years old. At The Dental Design Center in White Plains NY, we provide treatment for gum disease. We take gum disease very seriously. It is a leading cause of tooth loss, and is associated with…
Small Dental Annoyance or Serious Problem?
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
In this blog post from The Dental Design Center in White Plains NY we are going to talk about stomatitis. Stomatitis refers to non-specific irritations in the mouth. It is usually caused by cold sores, gum disease, or even from biting the inside of the mouth. Most of us have probably had stomatitis at one…
Relax In Comfort And Style At The Dental Design Center
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
On this blog post from The Dental Design Center in White Plains NY, we want to talk about an often-overlooked feature in practices: the modern dental chair. Did you know that dental chairs don’t come from your local furniture store? Dental chairs were designed especially for the comfort of patient and dental provider alike. At…
Protect Young Smiles From Tooth Decay
Categories: General dentistry, Oral Health
Keeping children safe and healthy is an ongoing thing. You clip them snuggly in their car seats, child-proof your medicine cabinet, and take them to the doctor for well checks. At The Dental Design Center in White Plains NY, we care for their dental health with general dentistry. Too often, we fall into the trap…
Help Me, I’m Afraid Of The Dentist!
If you fear going to the dentist, you are far from alone. You may be among the millions of Americans coping with what we call dental anxiety, or even phobia. At The Dental Design Center in White Plains NY, we don’t want you or anyone else putting their dental health at risk by avoiding regular…
6 Ways To Prepare For Your Dental Procedure
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
Nervous about an upcoming procedure? At The Dental Design Center in White Plains NY, our team has compiled 6 ways for you to prepare yourself mentally, emotionally, and physically before your big day. Remember that your team is trained to provide the best care and comfort possible. Our dental assistants, hygienists, and receptionists will welcome…
The Dental Design Center Guide To Wisdom Teeth Extraction
Wisdom teeth are usually the very last teeth to grow into the jaw. They’re located way in the back, which can present problems for some people. We handle a lot of wisdom teeth cases at The Dental Design Center in White Plains NY. Also known as the third molars, wisdom teeth usually come in between…
