The year is almost over, so we wanted to ask what was memorable about 2011 for you, and what are you looking forward to in 2012? Do you have a new year's resolution, or any exciting plans for the coming year?
Have a safe and happy New Year, from Central Park West Dental!
The 2011 holiday season is upon us, and our team at Central Park West Dental would like to wish all our patients and their families the merriest of holidays and best wishes for the New Year.
We thought we’d ask: what do you love most about this time of the year? Do you have any plans for an exciting family vacation? Are you hanging out around town? Catching up on sleep? Spending time with friends? Let us know!
Please feel free to share your exciting winter plans and experiences with us here or on our Facebook page! We would like to wish all of our patients and their families a safe and fun holiday season! We look forward to seeing you back in the office soon.
When your child needs urgent dental treatment, Dr. David Shipper and Dr. Howard Vogel and our team at Central Park West Dental stand ready to help. Here are some helpful answers to some recent patient questions.
Q: What should I do if my child’s baby tooth is knocked out?
A: Contact Central Park West Dental as soon as possible.
Q: What should I do if my child’s permanent tooth is knocked out?
A: Find the tooth and rinse it gently in milk or saliva. (Do not scrub it or clean it with soap — use just water!) If possible, replace the tooth in the socket and hold it there with clean gauze or a wash cloth. If you can’t put the tooth back in the socket, place the tooth in a clean container with milk, saliva, or water. Get to our office immediately. The faster you act, the better your chances of saving the tooth.
Q: What if a tooth is chipped or fractured?
A: Contact Central Park West Dental immediately. Quick action can save the tooth, prevent infection and reduce the need for extensive dental treatment. Rinse the mouth with water and apply cold compresses to reduce swelling. If you can find the broken tooth fragment, bring it with you when you visit Drs. Shipper and Vogel.
Q: What about a severe blow to the head or jaw fracture?
A: Go immediately to the emergency room of your local hospital. A blow to the head can be life threatening.
Q: What if my child has a toothache?
A: Call us and visit Central Park West Dental promptly. To comfort your child, rinse the mouth with water. Apply a cold compress or ice wrapped in a cloth. Do not put heat or aspirin on the sore area.
Q: Can dental injuries be prevented?
A: Of course! First, reduce oral injury in sports by wearing mouth guards. Custom mouth guards provide the best protection. Second, always use a car seat for young children. Require seat belts for everyone else in the car. Third, child-proof your home to prevent falls, electrical injuries, and choking on small objects. Fourth, protect your child from unnecessary toothaches with regular dental visits to Central Park West Dental.
Contact our Manhattan dental office to schedule an appointment with Drs. Shipper and Vogel. We love what we do and enjoy every day watching our patients grow and smile as they visit our office.
Even if you brush and floss daily, it is still important to see us at Central Park West Dental every 6 months, or as recommended. Why?
• We can detect and treat tooth and gum problems that you may have never felt or noticed.
• Even thorough daily oral care may not be enough to prevent cavities and oral decay.
• Frequent visits can allow us to treat a problem early to prevent future complications.
If you are overdue for an appointment with us, please give us a call today!
-- Drs. Shipper and Vogel & Team
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