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When is the best time to floss?

August 20th, 2025

At Central Park West Dental, we prefer our patients to practice good oral hygiene between office visits. Part of that process includes flossing, which Dr. David Shipper and Dr. Howard Vogel will tell you, is the process of cleaning between the teeth to remove food and debris from the areas that are hard to reach…
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Can You Stop a Cavity Before It Starts?

August 13th, 2025

You’re busy getting ready for your day, and of course you’re starting your day off right by looking after your dental health. A two-minute brushing, some careful flossing, and—wait, is that a white spot on your tooth? If your mirror reveals a patch of white on your enamel, it could be a symptom of early…
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Sunbeams and Beaming Smiles

August 6th, 2025

Long days in the sun’s rays offer you lots of options for outdoor activities. Beach time? Vacation? Open-air concerts? Baseball, biking, board sports? No matter what plans you have for these sunny days in New York, NY, we have some tips to keep your smile beaming.Use SunscreenSunscreen is good for all ages and skin tones,…
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Hypersensitive Teeth

July 30th, 2025

It is common to experience dentine hypersensitivity, with symptoms ranging from moderate to severe. Why does it happen and how do you know if this sensitivity is something to be concerned about? The first step is to determine the cause. The most common cause of the sensitivity is exposure of the dentin. Dentin is the…
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