Ever get something stuck between your teeth? Of course you have; who hasn’t? At best, something stuck between your teeth is bothersome, especially if it takes a long time to remove it. At worst it is painful, and requires professional attention, like what we provide at Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte. Some people have narrow and…
Dental Health
No Cavities? Thank Your Parents
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
At Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte, we stay on top of new discoveries in the exciting field of dentistry and occasionally share interesting facts with our patients. Today’s post focuses on new findings in a compelling field of research: genetic dentistry. According to Mary L. Marazita, director of the Center for Craniofacial and Dental Genetics at…
Not Happy With Your Gums? Ask About Gum Rejuvenation
Pinhole gum rejuvenation from Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte is one of the most advanced, most effective solutions to gum recession and other gum disease-related issues. For the first time in history, patients now have another choice beside gum grafting, which includes a slow healing process and a lot of discomfort! If you feel that your…
Children’s Cavities Are Not “Just A Part Of Growing Up”
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
This post from Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte focuses on dental sealants, a preventative treatment used to help prevent cavities in children. Dental sealants are a thin coat of clear resin that is applied to the biting surfaces of teeth, usually the rear molars. The back teeth are more prone to cavities. . Once sealants have…
Orthodontic Options
Orthodontics is focused on aligning the upper and lower teeth into an ideal bite. There are various orthodontic options on the market. At Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte, we offer Invisalign® clear braces, one of our most popular cosmetic dentistry options. Clear braces bring your teeth into proper alignment but make orthodontic treatment less conspicuous. The…
Does Your Teen Have Unique Dental Challenges?
When it comes to dental health, adolescence is a pivotal time for young adults. It’s essential they keep up with their dental care with daily brushing and regular checkups at Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte. The early teens are when the last of the permanent teeth come in. Good habits can be forged and reinforced. Teeth…
What’s New In Dentistry?
The world of dentistry continues to advance at a rapid pace. If you have visited your dentist lately, you have probably noticed some things that make your visit more comfortable. Offices are now equipped so you can watch TV or listen to music while receiving treatment. At Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte, we combine this kind…
Small Dental Annoyance Or Serious Problem?
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
In this blog post from Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte, we are going to talk about stomatitis. Stomatitis refers to non-specific irritations in the mouth. It is usually caused by cold sores, gum disease, or even from biting the inside of the mouth. Most of us have probably had stomatitis at one time or another and…
Are All Carbs Created Equal?
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Most people know that the sugar in candy, cookies, juices, and sodas can harm your teeth, but some people don’t realize that all carbohydrates can cause cavities. As we will describe in this post from Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte, a handful of pretzels or a piece of pumpernickel bread can have the same effect on…
Soda Spells Double Trouble
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Soft drinks, soda, pop. No matter what you call it, it has been the beverage of choice for generations. No one has ever confused it with healthy beverages, and in this post from Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte, we’ll give you another reason to avoid this ubiquitous drink. For dental health, soda deals a double punch…
