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What should I use to clean my baby’s teeth?
posted: Sep. 17, 2024.
You might think babies don’t need to brush their teeth, especially when they don’t have any. But by starting good habits like brushing when your child is young, you can Read more
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Energy Drinks and Your Teeth
posted: Sep. 10, 2024.
When working out, studying late, or any time we feel like a bit of a boost would come in handy, energy drinks are a common go-to for many teens and Read more
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Keep Those Teeth Shipshape, Matey!
posted: Sep. 03, 2024.
September 19th is just around the corner, and you know what that means—Aye, matey, it’s “Talk Like a Pirate Day”! Why do we have a “Talk Like a Pirate Day” Read more
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Happy Labor Day!
posted: Aug. 27, 2024.
Labor Day is upon us, and that means the non-official end to summer. Before the kids head back to school and temperatures start to cool down, this is your last Read more
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What Are Dental Sealants?
posted: Aug. 20, 2024.
You’re constantly playing defense. Your child spends two minutes in the morning and two minutes at night carefully brushing and flossing with a fluoride toothpaste. You make sure sugary and Read more
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How do I handle my child’s dental emergency?
posted: Aug. 13, 2024.
With children undergoing developmental dental changes and engaging in rough-and-tumble activities, dental emergencies can sometimes arise. If your child knocks out a tooth or experiences any type of oral discomfort, Read more
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How HPV and Oral Cancer are Related
posted: Aug. 06, 2024.
Did you know that Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) and oral cancer are linked? This information may prevent you or a loved one from suffering from oral cancer if a diagnosis Read more
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Make Brushing With Your Child Fun!
posted: Jul. 30, 2024.
It’s no secret that kids and adults have different priorities: your duty is to raise a happy, healthy child, but your little one’s only priority may be to have fun. Read more
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Tooth Worms? The History of Cavities and Tooth Fillings
posted: Jul. 23, 2024.
Scientists have discovered tooth decay in specimens that are more than 15,000 years old. The ancients once thought that cavities were caused by something called “tooth worms” … Eew! They Read more
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Treating Gum Disease with Antibiotics
posted: Jul. 16, 2024.
Why does gum disease develop? Our mouths are home to bacteria, which form a film called plaque. Plaque sticks to the surfaces of our teeth, at the gumline, and can Read more
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What’s the Big Deal about Sleep Apnea?
posted: Jul. 09, 2024.
What’s the big deal about a little snoring during the night? Or feeling a bit drowsy during the day? Or an occasional bout of insomnia? If your sleep problems are Read more
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Summer Sports and Mouthguards
posted: Jul. 02, 2024.
School’s out and you’ve emptied your gym locker until next fall. But while you’re stowing away the football gear, the basketball warm-ups, the field hockey sticks, and all the other Read more
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Safety of Dental X-Ray Radiation
posted: Jun. 25, 2024.
We all want to live our healthiest lives. We know that part of keeping ourselves healthy is regular visits to our Charlotte, North Carolina office for checkups and necessary dental Read more
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What is a cavity?
posted: Jun. 18, 2024.
Cavities are the reason why most people fear going to the dentist. But they’re also the reason you should be visiting the doctor on a regular basis. Specifically, cavities are the Read more
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Celebrate Your Dad's Smile
posted: Jun. 11, 2024.
Father’s Day is coming up, and, just in case your dad has enough ties, we have some gifting suggestions for you. Here’s a selection of gifts large and small tailored Read more
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Summer Break: An ideal time for wisdom teeth removal
posted: Jun. 04, 2024.
After your son or daughter departs for college, the last thing you want to get is a call or text to learn he or she is in pain. the doctor Read more