It’s pretty fitting that TMJ Awareness Month is also the month we celebrate Thanksgiving.
That’s because problems with your jaw joint, or TMJ, lead to several unpleasant symptoms, which you’ll see on today’s infographic and a lower quality of life for anyone trying to mitigate those symptoms without relief.
In other words, treatment TMJ disorders that result from a jaw misalignment or teeth grinding habit is definitely something to be thankful for!
We offer customized solutions that help to heal the jaw naturally, prevent wear and tear on your teeth, and also improve your quality of life. And living pain-free is quite a blessing!
To learn more, call Charlotte Dentistry at 704-285-0846 to schedule an appointment in Charlotte, NC.
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Every year, we start Black Friday shopping earlier and earlier. It wasn’t that long ago when camping out overnight outside your favorite store seemed like real devotion to scoring hot holiday deals.
But now, Black Friday shopping starts days before Thanksgiving.
This isn’t necessarily a bad thing if you think about how much time and gas money you can save by getting a few things on your gift-buying list online instead of packing most of your shopping into one crazy day on the town.
And it’s also good if it frees up a few minutes of your time the day after Thanksgiving to grab some dental floss!
Put Dental Floss On Your Shopping List!
Yes, Black Friday is also National Flossing Day, which means it tends to be overshadowed by all the holiday shopping mayhem.
But your friends at Charlotte Dentistry are giving it the attention it deserves by sharing these five facts about flossing that will help you understand why you never want to skip this important oral hygiene step:
- According to the ADA, nearly half of Americans admit that they don’t floss every day, and nearly 20% of them say they skip it entirely!
- Brushing twice a day for two minutes each time is recommended, but flossing between teeth is essential to getting to those smaller nooks and crannies that are too hard for your toothbrush to thoroughly clean.
- Flossing once a day is critical to reducing substances in your mouth that feed bad oral bacteria that generate acids and harmful plaque buildup.
- When you don’t floss each day, that same bacteria inside your mouth can create a periodontal infection, or gum disease, which is the leading cause of adult tooth loss.
- Using dental floss or a water pik daily prevents the collection of plaque and tartar around and under the gumline, which can help you enjoy faster, easier dental hygiene appointments.
We’re Here For You!
If you floss regularly, keep up the good work!
If you’re ready to commit to better oral hygiene this season, we applaud your efforts and will do everything we can to set you up for smile success. At your next dental checkup, ask us about the proper brushing and flossing techniques and any products we can recommend for optimum oral care at home for a healthy smile!
Call Charlotte Dentistry at 704-285-0846 to schedule your appointment in Charlotte, NC.
We know what you’re thinking.
Calling a root canal a blessing is crazy talk, right?
We get it. Root canals have not had a very good reputation in the world of dentistry.
But modern root canal treatment at your Charlotte, NC dental practice will change the way you see this procedure.
Watch our video to hear why this dental treatment is, in fact, a blessing for patients who are suffering from the intense pain of an infected or damaged tooth and how we will make sure you feel comfortable throughout your procedure.
Don’t spend the holidays in pain! Call Charlotte Dentistry at 704-285-0846 to schedule your root canal appointment in Charlotte, NC.
If you keep up with your routine dental hygiene appointments every six months, then you’re probably already aware of how much dentistry has changed in recent years.
What you might not realize is just how far orthodontics have come. Metal braces still deliver great results to fix complicated teeth and bite alignment problems.
But for minor malocclusions or slightly crooked teeth, you may achieve the results you want without brackets and wires!
Here are some illustrations from Invisalign that will give you an idea of the types of cases most treatable with this amazing clear aligners system.
Want to find out if Invisalign will work for you?
Then call Charlotte Dentistry at 704-285-0846 to schedule a consultation in Charlotte, NC.
Thanks to advances in technology, dentistry is not what it used to be, especially when it comes to modern restorative solutions.
No longer do patients have to sacrifice the appearance of their smiles for better oral health. This used to be the case if you ever had a cavity near the front of your mouth that was treated with a silver filling that left a dark spot in your smile.
Watch today’s video to learn about a more natural-looking solution that seamlessly matches your surrounding teeth. Composite tooth fillings are strong and durable enough to protect teeth weakened by decay but discreet enough to blend right in with your smile!
Need a quick fix for a cavity that will keep your smile bright for the upcoming holidays? Call Charlotte Dentistry at 704-285-0846 to schedule your appointment for restorative dental care in Charlotte, NC.
Before we let the season of fright come to an end, we wanted to spend our last October blog devoted to one of the most common barriers to good oral health.
It’s good old-fashioned fear of the dentist!
Millions of people can’t maintain healthy smiles because they’re too afraid of going to the dentist for routine care. Our goal is to make sure our patients don’t suffer that fate by giving you everything you need to make visiting us at Charlotte Dentistry easy, and yes, even enjoyable!
Benefits Of Dental Sedation
Along with our compassionate, patient-focused care and cozy amenities, you’ll find one of the most effective strategies for overcoming dental fear is in relaxation-inducing sedation options in Charlotte, NC!
*Relax Before & During Your Appointments*
Obviously, inhaled and oral sedation are both meant to help you physically relax during dental treatment. That benefit on its own is incredibly helpful in overcoming dental fear.
But what you might not consider is how the peace of mind of knowing sedation is an option for you will help you emotionally deal with the days and hours leading up to your appointments.
When you know you can rely on inhaled sedation or a sedative in pill form beforehand, it can ease your mind leading up to your visits just as well as it can ease the physical manifestations of stress like sweaty palms, heart palpitations, and butterflies during your visits.
*Schedule Multiple Dental Treatments In One Visit*
One of the great benefits of dental sedation is that it makes efficient care more possible.
You may have multiple problems with your teeth and gums that require various treatments. With sedation, you’ll be able to relax for longer periods of time so we can work on your smile in one visit. It’s especially helpful if you have a sensitive gag reflex that makes it hard to sit too long in the chair with people working inside your mouth.
Being able to relax longer allows us to schedule multiple procedures in a single appointment so you don’t have to keep returning unnecessarily.
*Have A Brighter, Healthier Smile You’ll Love*
Since staying away from the dentist’s office for long periods of time will have an inevitable impact on your oral health, most fearful patients end up having a smile they’re ashamed of. Unhealthy teeth and gums are an embarrassing problem to have for most people, one that understandably holds them back from an active, fulfilling personal, social, and professional life.
But when you’re able to restore your smile because you’ve put control over your oral health back in your own hands, you will see and feel a difference in your appearance, self-esteem, and how you carry yourself in every setting.
Call Now For An Appointment
You probably think feeling comfortable at the dentist’s office sounds too good to be true.
But this is one of those rare cases when the usual “too good to be true” rule doesn’t apply. You can, in fact, experience comfort and relaxation during your dental appointments when you’re in the right hands.
Our caring team in Charlotte, NC has years of experience easing anxious patients back into a healthier routine of consistent hygiene appointments twice a year and greater confidence about dental care in general.
Call us today at 704-285-0846 to schedule your easy appointment at Charlotte Dentistry.
Before we say goodbye to National Orthodontic Health Month, we want to give you one more bit of inspiration to finally straighten your teeth the easier way.
Instead of metal brackets and wires, our clear aligners system can give you remarkable results faster, more comfortably, and more discreetly. To see how it works, watch this quick video that gives an animated look at this treatment’s transformative power in 3D.
Want to find out if Invisalign will do this for you?
Then call Charlotte Dentistry at 704-285-0846 to schedule your consultation in Charlotte, NC.
Halloween is coming up, and it’s a spooky time of year in the best sense.
What’s scary in a very real way, however, is what all that extra candy and sweet treats could do to your smile and your health!
Enjoy sugar in moderation, but don’t forget to visit your Charlotte dentist for your family’s next dental cleaning and exam. We’ll make sure everyone’s teeth and gums stay healthy long after the last wrapper is thrown away!
In the meantime, check out this fun throwback PSA from the American Dental Association about gum disease and the danger of neglecting your teeth.
Call Charlotte Dentistry at 704-285-0846 to schedule your appointment in Charlotte, NC.
National Orthodontic Health Month is the perfect time to get your teen started on their journey to a straight, confident smile!
We want you to be able to choose the best treatment for your child without the stress of financial risk or obligation. That’s why we’re offering this great patient special in Charlotte, NC.
You can visit us for a complimentary orthodontic consultation so you can choose the best solution for your family’s budget and your teen’s smile goals.
To schedule your visit, call Charlotte Dentistry at 704-285-0846 today!
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