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Fewer Adults are Visiting the Dentist

March 8th, 2017

Our team at Central Park West Dental recently learned that in the decade between 2000 and 2010, the amount of adults who regularly visited their dentist declined, according to research released by the American Dental Association's Health Policy Resources Center (HPRC). In fact, the HPRC found that the percentage of adults who had regular checkups…
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What exactly is a root canal?

March 1st, 2017

Hearing that you need a root canal can be highly intimidating. What is a root canal? It is the removal of the nerve supply from the tooth. Here, Dr. David Shipper and Dr. Howard Vogel will describe the parts of a tooth and explain the reasons for a root canal and how it is done…
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Does the placement of implants hurt?

February 22nd, 2017

If you're scheduled to get a dental implant, it's only natural to have questions about it. The pain involved is usually on the mind of most patients. Of course, some discomfort is possible, as with any major dental procedure. Having a well-defined plan ahead of time, which is carried out by Dr. David Shipper and…
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Is there a connection between oral health and school performance?

February 15th, 2017

As a parent, you want the best for your children, and that includes doing their best in school. You can support them by taking an interest in their activities, being enthusiastic about attendance, and helping them with homework. There may also be one more way you can help your children succeed at school. Surprisingly, research…
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