Blog | Dentist In Annapolis, MD | David W. Handelsman, DDS

Ways to Prevent Oral Cancer
posted: Sep. 21, 2021.

According to the Oral Cancer Foundation, this form of cancer kills roughly one person an hour, every 24 hours. This means that nearly 10,000 people will die this year from Read more
Thanks to Invisalign®, you can have a perfect smile without metal wires or brackets!
posted: Sep. 14, 2021.

When it comes to straightening your smile, our team at David Handelsman DDS knows that having a mouth full of metal braces may not be your idea of fun. Luckily Read more
Keep Those Teeth Shipshape, Matey!
posted: Sep. 07, 2021.

September 19th is just around the corner, and you know what that means—Aye, matey, it’s “Talk Like a Pirate Day”! Why do we have a “Talk Like a Pirate Day” Read more
Labor Day: Our favorite holiday to rest!
posted: Aug. 31, 2021.

Labor Day, celebrated on the first Monday each September here in the United States, is a holiday devoted to the American working community. The purpose of the holiday is honoring Read more
What are the benefits of Invisalign®?
posted: Aug. 24, 2021.

A popular option for straightening teeth at David Handelsman DDS, Invisalign can be a great method for improving your smile, and can help patients with crowded teeth, crossbites, overbites, underbites, Read more
Do I lose my wisdom if I lose my wisdom teeth?
posted: Aug. 17, 2021.

The third molars have long been known as your “wisdom teeth,” because they are the last teeth to erupt from the gums – usually sometime during the late teens to Read more
Dental Implants for Missing Teeth
posted: Aug. 17, 2021.

Complete your smile with dental implants from your Annapolis, MD, dentist, Dr. David Handelsman. What are dental implants? Dental implants are tooth replacements used to replaces the tooth’s crown as well as Read more
Reasons to Choose Dental Implants
posted: Aug. 16, 2021.

Dental implants can be a great way to improve the appearance of your smile and your overall oral health. If you have experienced the loss of a tooth through trauma, Read more
Why Adults Are Choosing Invisalign®
posted: Aug. 10, 2021.

These days, it’s become more common to see adults at our office getting their teeth straightened with Invisalign clear aligners . . . that is, if you can see them! Read more
Hot Day? Three Drinks to Leave Home When You’re Packing the Cooler
posted: Aug. 03, 2021.

Whew! It’s a hot one! And whenever the temperature soars, you need to stay hydrated, especially when you’re outside or exercising. But all cold drinks aren’t equal when it comes Read more
Should You Be Concerned about Your Child’s Bad Breath?
posted: Jul. 27, 2021.

The short answer to this question? Yes. Because your child’s breath is a reflection of his or her oral health, you should talk to the doctor if you notice any Read more
Your Toddler’s First Dental Visit
posted: Jul. 20, 2021.

It’s common for toddlers to be wary of strangers, but their first experience at the dentist shouldn’t be a scary one. the doctor and our team have five tips for Read more
Are thumb sucking and pacifier habits harmful for a child’s teeth?
posted: Jul. 13, 2021.

Depending on how long the thumb sucking or constant pacifier use continues, and how aggressively the child sucks a thumb or the pacifier, it can indeed be an oral health Read more
Teeth Whitening For a Bright Summer
posted: Jul. 06, 2021.

Summer brings sunshine and warm weather, and many of our patients begin thinking about brightening their smiles this time of year. A whiter smile is one just one visit away Read more
Happy Fourth of July!
posted: Jun. 29, 2021.

Happy Independence Day from the doctor and team! The Fourth of July celebrations in America may have changed a lot over the years, but there is no doubt that we Read more
What’s the advantage to Invisalign®?
posted: Jun. 22, 2021.

Invisalign, which we happily provide at David Handelsman DDS, is a great alternative to traditional orthodontic treatment if you've been apprehensive about the thought of metal braces. During your initial Read more