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Start the School Year Smiling: Advice From Chappaqua’s Lipari & Mangiameli Dentistry

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PHOTO BY CAROLYN SIMPSON

The Practice

At Lipari & Mangiameli Dentistry, the foundation is relationships and trust. What started as a family-centered dental office has grown into a modern cosmetic and restorative practice while maintaining the personal feel patients appreciate. We’ve evolved by incorporating advanced technology, expanding cosmetic and restorative services, and focusing on patient comfort and experience. Our goal has always been to combine high-level dentistry with genuinely personalized care.

Working with Family

Working together as a family creates a level of trust, communication, and collaboration that our patients can genuinely experience. We share the same values, commitment to excellence, and philosophy of compassionate, patient-centered care. Regardless of which provider they see, patients can expect the same high standard of attention and personalized care.

Family Values Shape Patient Care

Family values are at the center of everything we do. We believe in treating patients the way we would want our own family members treated–with honesty, compassion, and patience.

That means taking the time to educate patients, never rushing conversations, and creating an environment where people feel comfortable and genuinely cared for. We want patients to feel known by name and confident that their long-term oral health is our priority.

What Patients Appreciate

Patients often mention how warm and personal the atmosphere feels. Many families have trusted us with their care across multiple generations, creating lasting relationships built on familiarity and continuity.

Our name is on the practice, and we take tremendous pride in every patient experience.

Fall Dental Check-ups Matter

As families settle back into their routines after summer, fall is an ideal time to prioritize oral health. It’s also an excellent opportunity to maximize any remaining dental insurance benefits and flexible spending account (FSA) funds before year-end.

The return to school brings changes in eating habits, sports participation, and daily schedules that can affect oral health. A fall dental check-up allows us to identify concerns early and keep smiles healthy before the busy holiday season.

How Often Should Children Visit the Dentist?

Children and teens should generally visit the dentist every six months for routine cleanings and comprehensive examinations. Preventive visits allow us to monitor dental development, detect cavities early, evaluate orthodontic needs, and reinforce healthy oral hygiene habits. For children at higher risk for cavities or those undergoing orthodontic treatment, more frequent visits may be recommended.

Common Back-to-School Dental Issues

As families transition back into the school-year routine, we often see an increase in cavities related to more frequent snacking, inconsistent oral hygiene, and changing schedules. We also see more sports-related dental injuries as children return to athletic activities.

For patients with braces or clear aligners, lapses in oral hygiene can quickly lead to plaque buildup and gum inflammation. Frequent consumption of sports drinks, energy drinks, and other sugary beverages can also increase the risk of enamel erosion and tooth decay. Consistent brushing, flossing, and choosing water whenever possible can go a long way in preventing these common concerns.

Tips for Maintaining Good Oral Hygiene

Consistency is everything. Even on busy days, brushing twice daily for two full minutes and flossing once a day should remain non-negotiable.

Simple ways to stay on track:

  • Keep toothbrushes and floss visible and accessible.
  • Use electric toothbrushes with built-in timers.
  • Pack water instead of sugary drinks whenever possible.
  • Encourage brushing before school.
  • Make brushing and flossing part of a consistent bedtime routine.

Treating Chappaqua Families

Serving families in Chappaqua is both an honor and a privilege. This community is built on lasting relationships, trust, and a shared commitment to excellence, and we are grateful to have been part of so many families’ lives over the years.

One of the most rewarding aspects of our practice is caring for multiple generations of the same family–from children at their first dental visit to parents and grandparents who have entrusted us with their care for years. Those relationships reflect the confidence our patients place in us and inspire us to provide compassionate, personalized, and exceptional care at every visit.

We never take that trust for granted. Being part of the Chappaqua community is a responsibility we value deeply, and we remain committed to helping our neighbors achieve healthy, confident smiles for generations to come.

125 King Street, Chappaqua, NY 10514
914.238.0213
info@NYGREATSMILES.COM
NYGREATSMILES.COM

Now in Mount Kisco: Oral Surgery with a Side of TLC

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Andrew Horowitz, DMD, MD, FACS, has put down new roots in Northern Westchester. As a partner in private practice at the well-established New York Oral, Maxillofacial, and Implant Surgery (NYOMIS) in Scarsdale, he recently announced the opening of a second location in Mount Kisco, New York.

It’s a formidable time in his career. “It feels great to have 15 years of experience under my belt,” says Dr. Horowitz. To complement his procedural experience, Dr. Horowitz is accomplished in using the newest technology available. “Advances in dental technology have made a profound impact on oral surgery,” he says. “Oral surgeons can now offer patients exacting, comprehensive treatment in less time with improved results.”

Education + Training

Dr. Horowitz hails from West Bloomfield, Michigan. In his youth, he wasn’t absolutely sure of his career path, but his father was a positive influence. “My dad was a periodontist, so I’ve been around the dental field my entire life.” Dr. Horowitz earned a bachelor of science degree from the University of Michigan. And yes, he still gets home to catch the occasional football game!

He then headed east to attend the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia to earn his doctorate of dental medicine (DMD). To enhance his education, he earned a medical degree (MD) from the Mount Sinai School of Medicine combined MD/Oral and Maxillofacial Residency program in New York City. While at Mount Sinai, he completed a general surgery internship, a residency in oral and maxillofacial surgery, and served as chief resident.

Oral surgeons are specialists who focus on tooth extraction, wisdom tooth removal, and implants. Oral maxillofacial surgeons are additionally trained in operations to correct injuries and defects of the face, jaw, or mouth. This could include health conditions such as jaw misalignment, tumors or cysts, facial injury, and cleft palate. As an oral maxillofacial surgeon, Dr. Horowitz treats the entire scope of dental surgical needs.

Advances in Technology

All dentistry has experienced a growth in technology. Many dentists are now using 3D X-ray machines to diagnose, and 3D printers to create dental crowns.

Oral surgeons are using new technology to assist with dental implants. Advances in technology have contributed to making implant procedures easier and more accurate. One such technology is the cone beam CT scanner. This technology allows the surgeon to take a scan of the jaw structure, which provides information on how to best install the implants. High-tech placement methods mean more people are candidates for prosthetic teeth.

Dr. Horowitz has extensive experience in immediate implant placement procedures called “All-on-4 Technique” and “Teeth in a Day”. These advances help patients avoid what was once a lengthy and costly process that included bone grafting and many appointments.

While Dr. Horowitz says these techniques involve a long day of treatment, patients are only sore for only a few days and the process is much easier for the patient. “We are also well versed in sedation techniques that put the patient at ease and reduce any anxiety that may be present,” says Dr. Horowitz.

Local Life

Like many transplanted New Yorkers, Dr. Horowitz felt the pull to wider pastures. Since he was working in Scarsdale, Westchester County caught his attention. “It was time for a little more space, a bit of land and some trees,” he says. “A good community and a fine school system were are also on the want list.” He settled in Chappaqua 15 years ago and is raising his two children there.

“We are a ski family,” says Dr. Horowitz. And when he’s not on the slopes, you can find Dr. Horowitz attending his children’s school activities, or cooking something delicious.

Designed with peaceful natural tones, his offices exude the same sense of ease he found in Westchester’s natural landscape. “The NYMOIS offices have a serene environment,” he says. He values having time to spend with each patient. “I enjoy providing specific individualized attention and every bit of TLC I offer has a positive impact on my patients.”

New York Oral, Maxillofacial, and Implant Surgery
Scarsdale, Mount Kisco
www.NYOMIS.com
914-689-7550

ProHEALTH Celebrates a New Location for CAREMOUNT DENTAL

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Just in time for the holidays, ProHEALTH Dental celebrated the opening of CareMount Dental’s new location. ProHEALTH has five major clinical affiliations, one of which is now CareMount Dental, located at 657 Main Street, Mt. Kisco, NY. This office will offer a full range of adult services to complement CareMount Dental/Kids are Great that was opened earlier this year. ProHEALTH is a multispecialty medical group serving the Hudson Valley and New York City that stresses the important connection between oral health and overall health. This message will now spread to CareMount Dental’s patients in Mount Kisco and nearby communities with help of lead dentist, Dr. Deepthi Rao.  — Alexa Troob