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Pros and Cons of Veneers
Author: Anonymous updated: Mar. 01, 2022

You might have a small chip in a tooth from an unfortunate encounter with peanut brittle, or even several chips from a touch football game that got a little out Read more
Improve your oral health with xylitol!
Author: Anonymous updated: Feb. 22, 2022

Xylitol tastes sweet, but unlike sugar, it is not converted to acid that can cause your teeth to decay. It’s a naturally occurring sweetener found in plants, fruits, and vegetables; Read more
Suffer from Dental Anxiety? Not a Problem.
Author: Anonymous updated: Feb. 15, 2022

If you suffer from dental anxiety, we understand that paying a visit to our office can seem like a nearly impossible mission. Regardless of what the root of that anxiety Read more
The Origins of Valentine's Day
Author: Anonymous updated: Feb. 08, 2022

When we think of Valentine’s Day, we think of cards, flowers, and chocolates. We think of girlfriends celebrating being single together and couples celebrating their relationship. We think of all Read more
Does smoking affect oral health?
Author: Anonymous updated: Feb. 01, 2022

By now, everyone knows that smoking is bad for you. But the truth is its broad-reaching health effects are not all known by everyone. This is especially true of oral Read more
Navigating the World of Dental Insurance Terminology
Author: Anonymous updated: Jan. 25, 2022

Unless you work for an insurance company, you probably do not spend a lot of your time studying all the terminology that dental insurance companies use to describe the treatments Read more
How to Choose the Best Mouthwash
Author: Anonymous updated: Jan. 18, 2022

As we all know, or should by now, the key to maintaining great oral health is keeping up with a daily plan of flossing, brushing, and using mouthwash. These three Read more
What are dental crowns?
Author: Anonymous updated: Jan. 11, 2022

A dental crown is often called a “cap.” A dental crown covers all of the visible parts of the tooth and has many functions and reasons for placement. There are several Read more
Avoid Brushing After Every Single Meal!
Author: Anonymous updated: Jan. 04, 2022

Here is some surprising yet worthwhile advice you might be hearing for the first time: Brushing after a meal can be incredibly bad for your teeth if you do it Read more
It's a Wrap: Ending the year with a smile!
Author: Anonymous updated: Dec. 28, 2021

People have been ushering in the New Year for centuries but it became an official holiday in 1582 when Pope George XIII declared January 1st to be the day on Read more
Should You Get Dental Veneers?
Author: Anonymous updated: Dec. 21, 2021

Dental veneers are a popular treatment to improve the appearance of your smile. the doctor and our team want to help you understand whether this dental option is right for Read more
Love your new smile? Tell us about it!
Author: Anonymous updated: Dec. 14, 2021

At Northern Westchester Prosthodontics, we have been creating beautiful smiles for years. Whether you have visited the doctor and our team for a week or for your entire life, we Read more
Ancient Grains for Modern Diets
Author: Anonymous updated: Dec. 07, 2021

One of the latest foods in dietary news is also one of the oldest—ancient grains. What makes these old-timers so appealing to modern tastes? Let’s run down the menu! Why Are Read more
Why Regular Dental Exams Are Important
Author: Anonymous updated: Dec. 07, 2021

You eat right, get plenty of exercise, and try to stay healthy. But what about your dental health? People often put their dental health low on their list of priorities, but Read more
Implants: Why it's important to replace missing teeth
Author: Anonymous updated: Nov. 30, 2021

The average adult has 32 teeth, a combination of molars, canines, and incisors. By middle age, however, most adults are missing at least one tooth due to an injury, decay, Read more
Versatility Of Porcelain Veneers
Author: Anonymous updated: Nov. 29, 2021

There are a lot of things that people can do to improve their smiles. Generally, proper oral care is enough to keep smiles bright and white. But when things get Read more