Every time a patient comes into one of my examination rooms, their eyes always move to the X-ray machine hanging on the wall. And I understand why — with its long arms, hinges that pivot, and elongated head that houses the X-ray Tube, it can look to patients like an alien or futuristic ray gun. […]
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Every single day during a routine dental cleaning, I see patients who have gingivitis, periodontal disease, excessive tartar and cavities. These patients could easily have avoided the extra costs associated with these problems if they only knew how to brush properly. So here are some tips that will help you to keep a healthy mouth,
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), dental cavities or tooth decay is the number one chronic disease in children between the ages of six to eleven (25%) and adolescents aged 12 to 19 years (59%). Tooth decay is four times more common than asthma among adolescents 14 to 17 (15%). A
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The holidays are a time of gatherings with family and friends. It’s also a time for eating all kinds of gooey, sticky, sweet, crunchy foods and often drinking holiday cocktails, eggnogs, wines and spirits. While all of these taste great, they can cause problems for our teeth. As you indulge in candies, pies, cookies, caramels
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Did you know that increased stress may lead to gingivitis and periodontal disease? Grinding of teeth and jaw clenching can lead to bruxism. Don’t let stress ruin your teeth and gums – learn how to get rid of gingivitis! Schedule a Charlotte dental service with Modern Family Dental Care today! We have dental offices in
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Patients who opt for dental implants or require sinus lifts or ridge augmentations may also be good candidates for Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) treatments. Platelet Rich Plasma is a by-product of blood that contains rich cells called platelets. They help with clotting blood, but platelets also have hundreds of growth factors in them, which speed
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Diabetes and your oral health. Why you need to care for both. Diabetes affects millions of Americans, but keeping your teeth and mouth healthy with diabetes is easy, especially if you brush your teeth correctly and schedule regular dental exams. Get the details in this infographic by Modern Family Dental Care. If you’re interested in
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When someone you love is diagnosed with a disease, you are concerned for their well-being. Then, you naturally begin to wonder if your own health is in jeopardy, too. So, what happens if you or your significant other are diagnosed with Gingivitis? What is Gingivitis, and is it Contagious? Gingivitis is a gum disease or
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Cold and Flu season is just around the corner in Charlotte and that means we all must be vigilant in our efforts to wash our hands and cover our coughs. When you get a cold or catch a virus, you can experience a lot of pain in your face, in your jaw, and even in
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When discussing dental implants with your dentist, you may learn that you might have to have a sinus lift or bone augmentation. Let’s look at what that is and why it may be necessary. If you have lost upper teeth in the side or back of the mouth, particularly premolars and molars, you may have also
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Periodontitis is a severe gum infection that can lead to further dental and health complications if left untreated. Beyond just being a dental concern, periodontitis
