This post from The Dental Design Center in White Plains takes a brief look at the history of dentistry, and how certain developments have brought us to where we are today. It has now been over 150 years since the first dental license was issued to Sir John Tomes. New York dental patients should be…
Oral Health
6 Things You Should Know Before Having Oral Surgery
When it comes to preparing for oral surgery, the valued patients of The Dental Design Center in White Plains are given 6 critical directives to get them through from start to finish. First, Choose Wisely Understanding the details of a procedure helps you attain the ideal outcome. This important knowledge about your dental experience opens…
Help For Toothaches (And Everything Else!)
Ever get a toothache? Of course you have; who hasn’t? At the Dental Design Center in White Plains, we stress the importance of good dental care to all our patients. But if something can go wrong, it will. And that includes getting a toothache. What Causes a Toothache? The most common cause of a toothache,…
Keep Teeth Healthy During Pregnancy
There’s an old myth that says a woman will lose a tooth for every baby she has. It’s total nonsense, of course. But at The Dental Design Center we want you to know that pregnancy can lead to certain dental issues, if you don’t take proper precautions. Increased hormones during pregnancy can affect the body’s…
Debunking Dental Myths
This post from The Dental Design Center in White Plains focuses on three all-too-common dental-related myths. Let’s set the record straight! All Sugar Is Equally Bad For Teeth We all know that sugar increases our risk of tooth decay, but some types are worse than others. Sugar-based foods that sit on the teeth are more…
Raise Your Dental IQ
In this post from the Dental Design Center in White Plains, we remind you that there are many simple things that a health-conscious person can do to raise their Dental IQ and improve their oral health. One simple lesson involves bacteria, and everyone’s mouth has a lot of it. But don’t worry, bacteria per se…
6 Good Reasons To Visit Your Dentist More Often
Most people visit the dentist about once each year. As many as forty percent of Americans see their dentist less often. Some go as long as five years between visits. At The Dental Design Center in White Plains, we recommend a checkup every six months. Here are six great reasons to visit us more frequently.…
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…
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…
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…
