General dentistry

Swollen and painful gums are symptoms of periodontal disease, an inflammatory gum disease. At The Dental Design Center in White Plains NY, we see patients every day who complain about this sort of pain and discomfort. Swelling of the gums occurs from an auto-immune response of the body reacting to an infection. Infections are noticeable…

Most of us consume far too much sugar. That isn’t exactly a news flash, but at The Dental Design Center in White Plains NY we want to remind you what sugar does to teeth, and what you can do about it. We get cavities when acids in the mouth attack the enamel and dentin of…

At The Dental Design Center in White Plains, we are committed to the dental health of all our valued patients. We emphasize the importance of healthy teeth and gums every time someone settles into one of our chairs. At every checkup, we examine you for any signs of gum disease. In its mildest form, gum…

The Dental Design Center in White Plains is staffed by committed health care professionals who want the best possible dental health for every one of our patients. With daily home care and regular checkups in our office, your teeth can last a lifetime. As you may know, the link between dental health and overall health…

Hearing that you need a root canal is never welcome news. That’s probably because root canals are associated with pain. At The Dental Design Center in White Plains, you can rest assured: root canal therapy is all but painless, and the benefits far outweigh any drawbacks. Nowadays most patients report that root canals aren’t all…

Anyone with chronic bad breath understands the embarrassment and frustration associated with this condition. As unpleasant as it is, rest assured we can help at The Dental Design Center in White Plains. There are several possible causes for bad breath, some that you may overlook: Poor oral hygiene Digestive problems Systemic infection Bacteria on dentures…

Looking for a new dentist? Maybe you’re new in town, or maybe you’re just looking for a change. Whatever the reason, The Dental Design Center in White Plains has some suggestions you may find useful. It isn’t a decision you want to make lightly. Ideally you should establish a relationship that you can count on…

People generally don’t think of a tooth as a body part that fluctuates in strength. Our teeth seem to have a steady hardness and dependably grind food whenever we need them. However, teeth are dynamic organisms with nonstop chemical processes. The protective enamel that covers the softer interior consists of minerals. Enamel demineralizes (loses some…