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David Zirlin

Bio

I am Board Certified Pediatric Dentist devoting my time to a private practice in the suburbs of NYC as well as to a dental clinic of a local hospital. My specialty includes preventive dentistry and working with special needs children. I am active in numerous local dental societies. I volunteered on a medical mission to Guatemala. On a personal note, I am a husband and father of 2. I coach little league, I like Superheroes and cooking.



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  • White Plains Pediatric Dental Group, PLLC/Westchester Medical Center/New York Medical College

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  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Pediatric Dentistry:
    Parents' Fear of Dentist May Get Passed On to Kids

    MONDAY, Nov. 26 (HealthDay News) -- Parents who dread visiting the dentist should keep their anxiety to themselves to avoid passing their fear on to their children, a new study suggests.

    Spanish researchers looked at 183 children, aged 7 to 12, and their families. The greater the level of...Full Article

  • David Zirlin
    David Zirlin answered:
    Can children get dental crowns?
    Yes, children or baby teeth can get a dental crown. It is a little different from the traditional adult crown made of porcelain or gold. Those crowns are made in a dental lab and generally require 2 weeks to fabricate. Crowns on baby teeth are inserted immediately and are prefabricated usually...  Full Post
  • David Zirlin
    David Zirlin answered:
    What causes baby teeth to decay?

    The same way adult teeth decay. There are bacteria in the mouth, we eat sugars and as these bacteria digest the sugars they let off a waste product of acid, which demineralizes the enamel and breaks down the tooth.

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    David Zirlin answered:
    Should I brush my child’s baby teeth?

    Yes. It is important to brush your child's baby teeth. Baby teeth just like adult teeth are susceptible to cavities. Some baby teeth in the back of the mouth don't "fall out" until the age of 12 or older. A healthy mouth at a young age helps to provide a good foundation for the grown up teeth that

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    David Zirlin answered:
    Can early childhood cavities be prevented?

    Yes. A proper diet with good oral hygiene techniques and routine dental care from a dentist can help prevent early childhood cavities. Your dentist may make specialized suggestions for your child including fluoride recommendations and preventive sealants.

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