Dental patients know that regular brushing and flossing are essential for optimal oral health. However, the bristles of your toothbrush can’t reach into every small groove and depression in your teeth, especially the really bumpy back teeth. That’s where sealants can be invaluable. Dental sealants are a plastic material that is applied by your Dilworth…
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Periodontal Disease In North Carolina
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Though most North Carolina residents are fairly health-conscious, periodontal disease is more common than you might think. At Christopher A. Bowman, DDS, PA, we see patients with gum disease every day. Some patients aren’t even aware they have it until Dr. Christopher Bowman diagnoses it. Fortunately, it can be treated with varying degrees of treatment…
Smokeless Is Not Harmless For Charlotte Tobacco Chewers
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Hello Charlotte dental friends. Today’s topic is ‘The Dangers Of Smokeless Tobacco’. Cigarette sales at most stores have decreased in the past decade, but some tobacco consumers have switched to smokeless products. There is a common misconception in the Dilworth area (especially among teens) that smokeless tobacco is harmless. This is absolutely not true. Regardless…
Charlotte Dental News: Poor Oral Health And Heart Disease
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Attention Charlotte dental patients: brushing twice daily may help lower your risk of heart disease. North Carolina scientists, dentists, and cardiologists have known for many years that there is a link between inflammation in the mouth (gum disease) and heart problems, However, a recent study analyzed oral health habits and heart disease risk. Science Daily…
Don’t Chew On Your Dentist, Charlotte!
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Bite down hard, but not on Dr. Bowman’s hand! Do you find that biting down hard is painful or awkward? There are ways to find the source of the trouble and there are ways to make it right. Let Christopher A. Bowman, DDS, PA of Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte help you with that everyday chewing…
Ouch! Are Your Teeth Sensitive In Charlotte?
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
For those of you in the Dilworth area who feel pain when you sip your morning coffee or who cringe each time you brush or floss, Christopher A. Bowman, DDS, PA is here for you. Dr. Christopher Bowman has been treating this common trouble since 1996. The first line of defense against tooth sensitivity is…
Debunking Dental Myths
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Today’s Christopher A. Bowman, DDS, PA blog post focuses on three dental-related myths prevalent in the Dilworth area. All Sugar Is Equally Bad For Teeth We all know that sugar increases our risk of tooth decay, but some types are worse than others. Sugar-based foods that sit on the teeth are more dangerous than those…
Bad Breath Is No Fun For Charlotte Residents
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Imagine you are starting a new job in Charlotte and are going to talk to your new boss for the first time. Confidence is key to your success. As you reach out to shake the extended hand your broad confident smile exposes rows of pearly white teeth, yet when you open your mouth to exchange…
Charlotte: 7 Surprising Causes Of Bad Breath
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Charlotte men and women who have chronic bad breath understand the embarrassment and frustration associated with this condition. There are several possible causes, some that are often overlooked by our Charlotte patients. Poor oral hygiene Digestive problems Systemic infection Bacteria on dentures Gum disease Food particles on tonsils Dry mouth At Christopher A. Bowman, DDS,…
Floss Pick Facts For Dilworth
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Dental patients who live in the Myers Park, Cotswold, and South Park area want to keep their mouths as healthy and clean as possible. However, they are also looking for convenience, and that’s why many of them turn to floss picks instead of old-fashioned dental floss. These little tools are quite handy. They usually have…
