Hi, White Plains, We’re The Dental Design Center! The Dental Design Center has been providing quality dental care to patients in the Scarsdale, Westchester County, and New Castle areas since 1996. We are passionate about the oral health of our patients and we are currently accepting new patients. Our top services include: Invisalign teeth…
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An Air-dried Toothbrush Is A Healthy Toothbrush
Categories: Oral Health
Today in our White Plains dental blog we will highlight some of the simple things you can do with your toothbrush to keep your mouth as clean and healthy as possible. One of the most important habits NYC residents can form is to always allow their toothbrush to completely air dry between uses. The best…
Cavity Fighting Chewing Gum?
Categories: Oral Health
I’m Ira Handschuh DDS of The Dental Design Center in White Plains. My patients often ask me if chewing xylitol gum is an effective substitute for tooth brushing and regular dental exams. Before I answer that question, let me tell you a little bit about xylitol: Xylitol is a natural sweetener that was first discovered…
Clear Braces – Nearly Invisible Teeth Straightening for White Plains Adults
Categories: Invisalign
If you want to straighten your teeth or correct a bite problem, you have more orthodontic options in NYC than ever before. The current menu of orthodontic treatments requires a whole new glossary. Here are some of the common orthodontia terms heard around New Castle and White Plains. Lingual Braces and Invisible Braces These are…
Ignoring It Won’t Make It Go Away
Categories: Oral Health
Are you a busy White Plains resident suffering with a toothache, but ignoring the pain? Have you started chewing on one side of your mouth to avoid your sensitive teeth? Have you stopped drinking hot and cold beverages to alleviate the discomfort? Dental pain is like an unpaid speeding ticket, ignoring it won’t make it…
Dental Implants In NYC
Categories: Dental Implants
The best permanent tooth replacement treatment available to White Plains people who are missing teeth are cutting-edge dental implants.
Can You Name 9 Dental Specialties?
Categories: General
Most New Castle people probably know how a pediatric dentist differs from an orthodontist. Some Westchester County dental patients may even know the unique focus of endodontists. But few New York residents probably know that the American Dental Association recognizes nine dental specialties. Today’s post looks at the specific disciplines within the fascinating world of…
The Dental Design Center Treatment For Sensitive Teeth
Categories: Oral Health
For those of you who feel pain when you sip your morning coffee or who cringe each time you brush or floss, The Dental Design Center is here for you. Cosmetic dentist Ira Handschuh has been treating this common problem since 1996. The first line of defense against tooth sensitivity is proper oral hygiene. Incorrect…
How Bright Can You Shine?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Hello White Plains! Do you want brighter, whiter teeth? Most Westchester County residents notice their teeth dulling as the years go by, but some foods, drinks, and even mouthwashes can stain teeth at any age. OTC tooth whitening products like kits, strips, or toothpastes may slightly lighten stains, but for a truly brilliant smile, see…
Don’t Let Stress Hurt Your Smile
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Hello, I’m Dr. Ira Handschuh. At my White Plains practice I have noticed more and more of my patients with stress-related dental issues. White Plains men and women may not think about it, but stress can do a number on your oral health. Mouth sores, clenching and grinding, periodontal disease, and poor oral hygiene can…
