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Hugh Jackman Is All Smiles for His New Broadway-Inspired Show
posted: May 23, 2020.
To anyone immersed in the “X-Men Universe” Hugh Jackman will always be Wolverine, a role he played in seven movies. But there’s more to this Australian actor than mutant Read more -
The Graduation Season is the Perfect Time to Review Dental Health
posted: May 13, 2020.
The month of May blossoms annually with commencement ceremonies honoring students graduating from high schools, colleges and universities. For each graduate, the occasion represents a major milestone along their Read more -
Instill These Habits in Your Child for a Lifetime of Great Dental Health
posted: May 03, 2020.
As a parent, you strive to instill good habits in your children: looking both ways for traffic, doing chores or washing behind the ears. Be sure you also include Read more -
Ensure the Best Outcome with the Right Care for a Teen's Missing Tooth
posted: Apr. 23, 2020.
While it's possible for a teenager to lose a tooth from decay, it's more common they'll lose one from an accidental knockout. If that happens to your teenager, there Read more -
The Real Truth Behind Ed Helms' Missing Tooth in "The Hangover"
posted: Apr. 13, 2020.
Ed Helms is best known for his role as the self-absorbed, Ivy League sales rep, Andy Bernard, on television's The Office. But to millions of fans he's also Stu, Read more -
Think Twice Before Considering Botox for Chronic Jaw Pain Relief
posted: Apr. 03, 2020.
Chronic jaw pain can be an unnerving experience that drains the joy out of life. And because of the difficulty in controlling it patients desperate for relief may tread Read more -
FAQs About Dentures
posted: Mar. 27, 2020.
If you have questions about dentures our family dentists have the answers. Our Charlotte, NC, family dentists, Dr. Susan Hockaday and Dr. Jim Baucom, offer patients different ways to replace Read more -
Simple Procedure Could Reduce Biting the Inside of Your Mouth
posted: Mar. 24, 2020.
Somewhere between bites during a recent meal, the inside of your cheek found itself in the way of your teeth. You winced with pain at the resulting bite, and Read more -
Encourage Your Child to Stop Thumb Sucking Around Age 3
posted: Mar. 14, 2020.
One of the biggest concerns we hear from parents is about their child's thumb sucking habit. Our advice: if they're under age 4, there's no need for concern — Read more -
Even Celebrities Have Accidents: See What They Do to Restore Their Chipped Teeth
posted: Mar. 04, 2020.
Chipped a tooth? Don't beat yourself up—this type of dental injury is quite common. In fact, you probably have a favorite celebrity who has chipped one or more of Read more -
Bonded Retainers Provide a Less Noticeable Option for Keeping Teeth Straight
posted: Feb. 23, 2020.
If you're currently undergoing orthodontic treatment, you're no doubt looking forward to the day your braces come off. But that won't end your treatment just yet — you'll need Read more -
These 4 Habits Could Help You Avoid Gum Disease
posted: Feb. 13, 2020.
Here’s the bad news about periodontal (gum) disease: It’s a leading cause for tooth loss. Even worse: Half of adults over 30 will have some form of it during Read more -
You Don't Have to Live With Uncomfortable Cracked Mouth Corners
posted: Feb. 03, 2020.
While a relatively minor health issue, cracked mouth corners (medically known as angular cheilitis) can certainly be irritating. Fortunately, you don't have to live with it—we can help reduce Read more -
How Sealants Protect Your Child's Smile
posted: Jan. 28, 2020.
Where does most tooth decay occur? In children's teeth, it happens on the intricate chewing surfaces of back teeth. At Hockaday & Baucom, DDS in Charlotte, NC, your family dentists Read more -
How Veneers Restored Howie Mandel's Winning Smile
posted: Jan. 24, 2020.
You probably wouldn't be surprised to hear that someone playing hockey, racing motocross or duking it out in an ultimate fighter match had a tooth knocked out. But acting Read more -
You May Need Orthodontics Before Replacing a Missing Tooth
posted: Jan. 14, 2020.
Sometimes you need only a single solution to improve your smile: teeth whitening to brighten stained teeth; porcelain veneers or crowns to mask dental flaws; or a life-like dental Read more