When patients come to me for their bi-annual cleaning, they’re usually a little worried and say something like “I hope you don’t find any dental cavity.” I don’t blame them. Nobody wants to have cavities, because it often involves the use of needles (delivering something to numb pain) and my handpiece with drilling attachment. Unfortunately, […]
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Flossing removes leftover food particles between your teeth and in places where your toothbrush can’t reach. Plaque can cause tooth decay, and flossing can help avoid plaque buildup from eating foods and drinks that stain teeth. However, you need to know how to floss your teeth properly for flossing to work. Do You Know How
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Bad breath is something all of us have worried about at some time. Whether it’s leaning in for a kiss or speaking during an important business meeting, we always want to make a good impression – and bad breath can definitely tarnish that impression. If you’re constantly worried about bad breath, you’re not alone. Chronic
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Finding the right dentist can be challenging. And, I’ll admit it, sometimes people just don’t want to visit any doctor. But if you pay attention to these important points, you should be able to find a dentist that suits your needs. Or, just call my office right now, and you don’t need to worry about
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In my last blog post, I talked about the normal dental x-rays you’ll encounter in the exam rooms of almost every dental office. But today I wanted to talk about some of the newest dental x-ray technology, and I just happen to have it at all three of my offices in the North Charlotte Region.
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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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Many individuals underestimate the importance of proper sleep on oral health. Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder that affects oral health. This condition leads
