http://dentist-scarsdale.com/ Welcome to the Hartsdale, New York dental office of Dr. Donald J. Salomon and Dr. Joseph V. Esposito. For more than thirty years, we have been providing the finest dental care to the members of the Hartsale community and its surrounding area. Call 914-595-2710 to make an appointment today.

1. Welcome to the Scarsdale, New York dental office of Dr. Donald J. Salomon and Dr. Joseph V. Esposito.
For more than thirty years, we have been providing the finest dental care to the members of the
Hartsdale community and its surrounding environs. We are also proud to be the official team dentists of
the New York Rangers. Exemplary patient care,
outstanding aesthetic results, compassion and
integrity are the cornerstone of our dental practice.
Incorporating the latest technology, our state-of-the-
art practice specializes in preventive, cosmetic,
restorative and implant dentistry.
We invite you to contact our office to learn more
about achieving the smile of your dreams; call our
dental office today to learn more about the services
we provide, (914) 595-2710
Below are some of the most common services we
provide:
Comprehensive Dental Examinations
A full array of preventive, hygiene and periodontal therapies
The latest in porcelain restorations
Teeth bleaching
Porcelain Veneers and the Latest Cosmetic Restorative Materials
Root Canal Therapy
Extractions
Pediatric Dental Care
Fixed and Removable Prosthodontics
Invisalign

2. Dr. Donald Salomon
Dr. Donald Salomon has been practicing restorative and cosmetic dentistry in Hartsdale, New York since
1985. He is a graduate of Boston University and the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental
Medicine where he received a Doctorate of Medical Dentistry (DMD). Dr. Salomon has completed post
graduate studies at the prestigious Panky Institute, The Spear Education Institute, Dawson Center for
Advanced Dental Study, and Kramer and Nevins
Institute of Advanced Dental Education among
many others.
Dr. Salomon has been the official team dentist
for the New York Rangers since 1985. He is the
past president and one of the founding
members of the National Hockey League Team
Dentist Association, as well as a long time
member in good standing of the American
Dental Association, Ninth District Dental
Society and the Scarsdale Dental Society.
Dr. Salomon is proud to have been voted one
of Westchester’s Top Dentists every year since Westchester magazine began choosing Top Dentists in
2008. This is quite an honor as the Top Dentists are chosen strictly by peer review.
In addition to his Hartsdale practice and his work with the New York Rangers, Dr. Salomon has been
featured in numerous articles on aesthetic, reconstructive and sports dentistry. These articles have
appeared in Westchester Magazine, the Westchester WAG, The Journal News and the New York Times,
in addition to appearing in many of the most prestigious dental journals.
Dr. Salomon and his wife Fran have two daughters.

3. Dr. Joseph Esposito
Dr. Joseph Esposito has been practicing dentistry in Hartsdale, New York since 2003. Dr. Esposito
received a Doctorate in Dental Surgery from New York University College of Dentistry. While at NYU, he
was selected to participate in the Comprehensive Care and Applied Practice Accelerated Program. He
was also chosen to be an inaugural participant in the NYU faculty practice in lower Manhattan. Dr.
Esposito has completed numerous hours of continuing education at such prestigious facilities as
Hollander Institute for Advanced Dental Education and the Spear Education Institute among others. Dr.
Esposito is also a certified practitioner in
both Clear Correct and Invisalign. Along
with Dr. Salomon, Dr. Esposito serves as a
team dentist for the New York Rangers.
Dr. Esposito maintains memberships in the
American Dental Association, Academy of
General Dentistry, Ninth District Dental
Society, the Academy of Professional
Sports Team Dentistry, and the American
Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and is past
president of the Scarsdale Dental Society.
Dr. Esposito has appeared on the television show Inside Edition to discuss the topic of sports dentistry
and sports related mouth injuries. He has also been featured in Westchester Magazine, The Westchester
Wag and The Journal News on the topic of cosmetic dentistry.
Dr. Esposito and his wife Jeannie have two sons and a daughter.

4. Dental Services our office provides in Hartsdale
Initial Oral Examination
Your first visit at our office is very
important in establishing your oral health
baseline. We will perform a complete
oral examination which includes an oral
cancer screening, periodontal evaluation,
an analysis of your occlusion (bite) and a
thorough examination of your teeth,
their supporting structures and of the
oral anatomy.
Radiography
Using the most advanced dental
technology possible is just as important as staying up-to-date on the latest treatment techniques.
Because our practice is dedicated to providing you with the safest and most convenient treatment
options available, we utilize advanced digital X-ray technology in our office. Digital X-rays provide several
advanced imaging options designed to save time, provide clearer dental photos, and expose patients to
90% less radiation than with traditional X-ray technology.
The Preventive Program
Both natural teeth and teeth with restorations survive best in an oral environment that is clean and
where the intake of harmful foods is controlled. Our dental hygiene program is designed to help prevent
new cavities, preserve teeth that have been restored and manage periodontal disease. We recommend
that each patient be seen at least twice a year for a dental prophylaxis.

5. Composite (Tooth-Colored) Fillings
Newer dental fillings include ceramic and plastic compounds that mimic the appearance of natural
teeth. These compounds, often called composite resins, are usually used on the front teeth where a
natural appearance is important, but they can also be used on the back teeth depending on the location
and extent of the tooth decay.
Root Canal Treatment
Root canal therapy is needed when the
nerve of a tooth is affected by decay or
infection. This simple treatment can
save your natural teeth and prevent
the need of dental implants or bridges.
Symptoms of the infection are
generally acute dental pain or
sensitivity to hot, cold or percussion. If
you experience any of these
symptoms, your dentist will most likely
recommend root canal therapy to
eliminate the diseased pulp. This injured pulp is removed and the root canal system is thoroughly
cleaned and sealed. This therapy usually involves local anesthesia and may be completed in one or more
visits depending on the treatment required. Success for this type of treatment occurs in about 90% of
cases.

6. Crowns & Caps
The terms dental crowns and caps are synonymous. Crowns are typically used to restore a tooth's
function and appearance following a restorative procedure such as a root canal. When decay in a tooth
has become so advanced that large portions of the tooth must be removed, crowns are often used to
restore the tooth. Crowns are also used
to attach bridges, cover implants,
prevent a cracked tooth from becoming
worse, or an existing filling is in
jeopardy of becoming loose or
dislocated. Crowns also serve an
aesthetic use, and are applied when a
discolored or stained tooth needs to be
restored to its natural appearance.
Crowns are fabricated in a laboratory
and are made either of porcelain baked
onto a metal substrate, all-porcelain, or
many of the new ceramic materials that
have been developed.
Bridges and Dentures
A bridge may be used to replace missing teeth, help maintain the shape of your face, and alleviate stress
on your bite. A bridge replaces missing teeth with artificial teeth, looks great, and literally bridges the
gap where one or more teeth may have been. Your bridge can be made from gold, alloys, porcelain, or a
combination of these materials and is bonded onto surrounding teeth for support. There are two basic
types of bridges. A fixed bridge is a cemented bridge which remains in your mouth at all times and is
supported by your natural teeth. Removable bridges (partials and full dentures) are removed from the
mouth several times a day for cleaning and rest on the gum where the missing teeth are being replaced.

7. Implants
If a tooth is extracted or missing for some other reason, it is now possible to replace it using dental
implants. An implant is a new tooth made
of metal and porcelain that looks just like
your natural tooth. It's composed of two
main parts: One part is the titanium
implant body that takes the place of the
missing root, and the second part is the
tooth-colored crown that is cemented on
top of the implant. In addition to tooth
replacement, implants may be used to
anchor dentures, especially lower
dentures that tend to shift when you talk
or chew. For patients with removable
partial dentures, implants can replace
missing teeth so that you have a more
natural-looking smile.
Veneers
Gaps, chips, stains, or misshapen teeth can now be treated with wonderful results and very
conservatively using porcelain veneers. Veneers are natural in appearance, and are a perfect alternative
for patients wanting to make minor adjustments to the look and feel of their smile. Veneers are thin,
custom-made shells made from tooth-colored materials (such as porcelain) designed to cover the front
side of your teeth.
Tooth Whitening
Our in-office state-of-the-art bleaching system will make your teeth whiter and brighter. You can also
choose our easy at-home applications with outstanding results achieved in just days.

8. Extractions
When tooth removal is necessary, we can perform simple and surgical extractions using nitrous oxide
and or oral sedation. If you choose, we can also replace the missing teeth with dental implants.
Periodontal Treatment
Periodontal treatment methods depend upon the type and severity of the disease. We will evaluate the
extent of your periodontal disease and recommend the appropriate treatment. Periodontal disease
progresses as the sulcus (pocket or space)
between the tooth and gums gets filled
with bacteria, plaque and tartar, causing
irritation to the surrounding tissues.
When these irritants remain in the pocket
space, they can cause damage to the
gums and eventually, the bone that
supports the teeth. If the disease is
caught in the early stages of gingivitis,
and no damage has been done, one to
two regular cleanings will be
recommended. You will also be given
instructions on improving your daily oral
hygiene habits and having regular dental
cleanings. If the disease has progressed to more advanced stages, a special periodontal cleaning called
scaling and root planing (deep cleaning) will be recommended. If the pockets do not heal after scaling
and root planing, periodontal surgery may be needed to reduce pocket depths, making teeth easier to
clean.
Pediatric Dental Care
We take pride in creating and maintaining beautiful and healthy smiles for our younger patients in an
environment that is lighthearted and fun. We focus on establishing oral health habits that last a lifetime,
with education and prevention as our primary tools.
Invisalign
Consider Invisalign to get the beautiful straight teeth you've always wanted - without braces. Dr.
Esposito is a certified Invisalign provider and will be happy to discuss whether Invisalign would be an
appropriate treatment for you. He has also lectured on this topic and has produced great results that
thrill his patients. Invisalign uses a series of invisible, removable, and comfortable aligners that no one
can tell you're wearing. These retainers are worn 23 hours a day and are changed every two weeks.
Invisalign is made with 3-D computer imaging technology and has been proven effective in treating
many orthodontic cases that previously required braces.