If you ask dental patients in the Scarsdale, Westchester County, and New Castle area what they hate the most about dental visits, chances are that they’ll mention the drill. Just the sound of it is enough to make people cringe. Many residents of White Plains, New York may wonder if there will ever be an…
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Trouble Getting Numb For Dental Treatment?
Categories: General dentistry
Our bodies work differently. Some dental patients don’t react to local anesthetics by getting numb. This is understandably concerning when you need dental treatment. (And the word “concerning” may be a huge understatement!) It’s important to understand that bad experiences in the past don’t guarantee that you will never be able to become numb. At…
You May Have Gingivitis
Every person’s mouth provides a cozy home for over 600 types of bacteria. If you are enthusiastic about oral hygiene and have healthy gums, these microbes usually don’t influence your health. However, if you have gum disease, bacteria can enter your bloodstream through your gums and cause issues. The first sign of gingivitis is swollen,…
Does Whitening Toothpaste Work?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Teeth Whitening
Are yellowing teeth getting you down? If so, you are not alone! Some of the most common concerns of Scarsdale, Westchester County, and New Castle dental patients pertain to cosmetic dentistry procedures like teeth whitening. Because many dental products such as toothpaste and mouthwash say they can beautify your teeth, it’s natural to consider changing…
Your Dental E.R.
Categories: Emergency Dentistry, General dentistry
It’s comforting to know that the hospital emergency department is open on evenings and weekends. If you have a medical emergency, there’s a team at the E.R. ready to help. It’s also reassuring to know that The Dental Design Center – Ira J. Handschuh, D.D.S. is here for you. If you have an urgent dental…
15 Things You Didn’t Know About Teeth
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
You smile deserves regular attention. If you haven’t had a dental exam in a while, give us a call at The Dental Design Center in White Plains NY. Children’s teeth are soft until about age 10. A tooth with a crown can get a cavity. Your gum tissue is as vital as your teeth. Some…
Affordable One-Visit Tooth Fix
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative Dentistry
Some NYC people are unhappy with the way their teeth look but many mistakenly assume that cosmetic dentistry is far too costly to pursue. Sure, a complete mouth reconstruction can be a costly investment. Consider the cost of dental school and post-graduate training for a master level cosmetic dentist. Consider the expense of individually creating…
Dental Care For ICU Patients Lowers Infection Risk
We are The Dental Design Center in White Plains NY. Today’s post focuses on an article that appeared recently on ScienceDaily.com. The article describes a study of Brazilian ICU patients that compared infection rates of those who received enhanced oral care instead of routine oral care. The patients who received the more intense dental care…
Dental Sealants – Another Tool For Cavity Prevention In Scarsdale
Categories: General dentistry
Regular brushing and flossing is essential for good dental health. But a toothbrush can’t reach into every small groove and depression in your teeth, especially the really bumpy back teeth. That’s where sealants from The Dental Design Center in White Plains NY can be invaluable. Dental sealants are a protective coating applied to the biting…
Wisdom Teeth And Your White Plains Dentist
Categories: Emergency Dentistry, General
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…
