When you suddenly have to juggle extra balls, some are bound to get dropped. Perhaps you are going through a divorce or became the caregiver for an ailing parent. Perhaps you took on a second job or started night school to earn an advanced degree. Not every stressor is negative. A new baby, marriage, career,…
Dental Health
You May Have Gingivitis
Categories: Dental Health
Every person’s mouth provides a cozy home for over 600 types of bacteria. If you are committed to oral hygiene and have healthy gums, these microbes usually don’t affect your health. However, if you have gum disease, bacteria can enter your bloodstream through your gums and cause problems. The first sign of gingivitis is swollen,…
Do You Have Xerostomia?
Categories: Dental Health
Most dental patients in the Dilworth and Cotswold area know that they can go to their local dentist for toothaches, cleanings, and bleeding gums (not to mention cosmetic dentistry procedures such as a smile makeover), but there are some lesser-known oral concerns that your South Park dentist can also help you with. Dry mouth, technically…
Does My Dentist Care About My Diet?
Categories: Dental Health
When people in the Dilworth area think of diet and oral health, they commonly think about the damage sweet drinks can cause to teeth. While it’s true that these detrimental sugars cause increased acidity in the mouth and lead to tooth decay, soda and sugary-fruit drinks are only part of the trouble. The typical American…
An Air-dried Toothbrush Is A Healthy Toothbrush
Categories: Dental Health
Today in our Charlotte dental blog we will highlight some of the simple things you can do with your toothbrush to keep your mouth as clean and healthy as possible. One of the most important habits Dilworth residents can form is to always allow their toothbrush to completely air dry between uses. The best way…
Quirky Dental Facts That May Surprise You
In today’s Christopher A. Bowman, DDS, PA post, we share some fun facts about dentistry. Enjoy! Many dental patients are aware that before there was formal dental training and licensing, barbers often performed dental procedures. But did you know that blacksmiths also moonlighted as dentists?1 How would you like your dental visit to involve tools…
What Does Your Saliva Reveal?
Charlotte dentists know that a mouth examination can reveal troubles in other parts of the patient’s body. Because many diseases manifest in soft tissues of the mouth or cause pain in the jaw, dentists often refer patients to their medical doctor for further diagnosis when they encounter issues such as inflammation, chronic bad breath, bleeding…
When It’s Better Not To Brush
Though thin and partially translucent, tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the body and has the important job of safeguarding teeth from constant use and the continual assault of chemicals in food and drink. Enamel also preserves tooth nerves from hot and cold food and beverages. That’s why enamel loss often causes tooth sensitivity.…
The Christopher A. Bowman, DDS, PA Guide To Preventing Gum Disease
Categories: Dental Health
Hearing that you have periodontal disease or “gum disease” can be upsetting. Here at Christopher A. Bowman, DDS, PA in Charlotte, North Carolina , we are committed to educating and assisting patients in preventing gum disease. If you discover that you already have gum disease, don’t despair. We can help. Symptoms of Gum Disease Bleeding…
Preventative Maintenance For Your Irreplaceable Smile
Hi, I’m Christopher Bowman of Christopher A. Bowman, DDS, PA. If you are one of my existing patients, welcome back. If this is your first visit, I appreciate you stopping by. My friendly team and I love taking care of our revered Charlotte, Myers Park, Cotswold, and South Park patients. Today’s article is for Dilworth…
