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Softly brushing your way to clean teeth

October 14th, 2011

Just as there are so many different types of toothbrushes to choose from, each brush also has a different type of bristle! There are generally three different types of bristles; hard, medium, and soft. Our team at Central Park West Dental always recommend that our patients, especially children and seniors, use a soft bristled toothbrush.…
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The trouble with bottled water

October 7th, 2011

Our team at Central Park West Dental knows that as more families turn to bottled water and away from the traditional tap, they may be missing out on one important ingredient that most brands of bottled water fail to include: fluoride! For more than 60 years, water fluoridation has proved to be a safe and…
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Dental fun facts from Central Park West Dental

September 30th, 2011

Everyone loves fun facts and dental tips. Fun, fun, fun! Dr. Shipper, Dr. Vogel and our team at Central Park West Dental came across these dental fun facts recently and thought you might enjoy! • The second most common disease in the United States is cavities. The first is the common cold. • There are…
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Practicing good oral health habits

September 21st, 2011

At Central Park West Dental, we know good dental health requires only a few minutes of your day. We thought we’d provide some practical advice on how to improve your or your child’s smile between your visits with Drs. David Shipper and Howard Vogel. Start by brushing your teeth twice a day. Proper brushing techniques…
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