Many White Plains cosmetic dentistry patients with a gummy smile undergo crown lengthening surgery to bring proper balance and symmetry to their smile. Gum tissue and, in some cases, bone is removed to expose more of the visible part of a tooth. It is a safe procedure that does not affect healthy tooth structure. A…
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Save Your Breath
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
This post from The Dental Design Center in White Plains focuses on a problem experienced by many people, bad breath. Bad breath, or halitosis, has several causes. The most common is poor oral hygiene. Halitosis often happens in the middle of the day, due to an inability to brush between meals. Small food pieces on…
Best Practices For A Healthy, Beautiful Smile
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
It’s easy to become a little complacent about your dental health. At The Dental Design Center in White Plains, we know that all too well! Our goal in this blog post is for you to evaluate where you stand and consider how you can improve things. Brushing Good: Brush teeth once a day. Better: Brush…
Does Your Dentist Conjure Up Cavities?
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
Cavities can be filled, but it is better to prevent them in the first place. If your dentist seems to conjure up cavities at every visit, then it’s up to you to break the cycle. At The Dental Design Center in White Plains we are here to help you. How can you lift the cavity…
A New Reason To Eat More Fish
Categories: Dental health, Gum Disease
This may sound like an unlikely cause and effect, but research suggests that eating fish with high levels of polyunsaturated fats can lower the risk of gum disease, a condition we see far too often at The Dental Design Center in White Plains. As you may know, gum disease is a leading cause of tooth…
Professional Teeth Whitening In White Plains
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Teeth Whitening
A beautiful smile leaves a lasting impression. Professional teeth whitening from The Dental Design Center in White Plains can dramatically improve your overall appearance and give you a boost in self-confidence. Our teeth often turn yellow or gray as we age. The things we eat and drink continually such as colored sodas, coffee and red…
What’s The Difference Between An Inlay And An Onlay?
If you have tooth sensitivity or pain when you chew with your back teeth, the surfaces may be damaged. One option for restoration is the use of an inlay or onlay made of metal, composite resin, or porcelain from The Dental Design Center in White Plains. Inlays are very strong and shaped to precisely fit…
Dental Questions? We Have Answers.
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
At The Dental Design Center in White Plains, we strive for excellence in dentistry every day. Providing the best possible dental care goes beyond cleanings and exams. We like patients who ask a lot of questions, because that tells us they are taking a strong interest in their dental health. Frequently Asked Questions One of…
Tooth Bleaching Fact And Fiction
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Teeth Whitening
There’s hardly anyone out there who wouldn’t like to have a brighter, whiter smile. With professional teeth whitening at The Dental Design Center in White Plains, getting the whitest possible smile has never been easier. You might think that over-the-counter whitening products are a shortcut to whiter teeth. It’s true there are lots of whitening…
Your Dentist Does A Lot More Than Fill Cavities
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
At The Dental Design Center in White Plains we are a primary care dental provider, a role that we take very seriously. When you come in for your regular checkup we will give you a thorough examination and cleaning to ensure you have good dental health. There are nearly 150,000 dentists practicing in North America…
