Gum health often takes a backseat in our oral care routines, but it plays a vital role in maintaining your overall well-being. Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is often dubbed the “silent enemy” due to its subtle symptoms—many individuals don’t even realize they have it until it has progressed significantly. At Advanced Dentistry…
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Gum Disease Linked To Alzheimer’s: Keep Those Gums Healthy!
As if you needed another reason to keep your gums as healthy as possible. Scientists have found a link between a bacteria that causes periodontitis (advanced gum disease) and Alzheimer’s Disease. Porphyomonas gingivalis is a bacteria that often causes chronic periodontitis. The bacteria was discovered in the brains of Alzheimer’s patients. The research study, “Porphyromonas…
5 Tips For Treating Mouth Sores
Hi. I’m Dr. Christopher Bowman. When my patients get mouth sores, I advise them to evaluate what they’re eating and make some changes. By following these tips, you too can avoid the discomfort of eating and help to increase the speed of healing. 1. Eat soft or pureed foods. Don’t worry, you won’t have to…
3 Vital Reasons to Floss Regularly in Charlotte
Categories: Dental Health, Oral Health
Are you an avid flosser? Many of us from time to time skip this needed habit. Studies show that around 68% of individuals report flossing at least once a week while 20% say they truly never floss. Skipping the dedicated flossing routine can have devastating consequences on your overall dental health and result in expensive…
Charlotte: 7 Surprising Causes Of Bad Breath
Categories: Dental Health
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,…
Dental Specialties Available In Charlotte
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
General dentists in the Charlotte area are trained in a wide variety of dental procedures. However, sometimes, your Charlotte general dentist will refer you to a local Dilworth specialist, or include a specialist as part of your treatment team. Following are some of the most common dental specialties found in the Dilworth area: Endodontists Endodontists…
Charlotte: 7 Surprising Causes Of Bad Breath
Categories: Dental Health
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,…
10 Terrific Tooth Tips From Christopher A. Bowman, DDS, PA
Categories: Dental Health
1. If you have kids and your municipal water supply does not have the recommended level of fluoride, talk to your pediatrician about fluoride supplements. Fluoride strengthens both the teeth you can see and the ones still forming in the jaw. 2. Set a timer when you brush to make sure you spend at least…
Advanced Dentistry Guide To Healthy Tooth Enamel
Categories: Dental Health
Here at Advanced Dentistry in Charlotte, we want your teeth to last a lifetime! Tooth enamel is one of the hardest parts of the body, but it is non-renewable so it is important not to not neglect or abuse our teeth. Daily teeth and gum care is the best way to protect tooth enamel. Even…
