You have noticed a change lately.
Drinking your morning coffee or eating something cold can cause your teeth to hurt. Sensitive teeth can develop for a variety of reasons:
- Tooth decay
- Fractured teeth
- Gum disease
- Damaged fillings
- Worn-down teeth
Whatever the cause of your condition, our team can help. Let us find the solution for your tooth sensitivity.
Call Charlotte Dentistry at 704-285-0846 to schedule your appointment in Charlotte, NC. You can also online.
Earlier this month in our dental blog, we took a deeper dive into some of our most popular cosmetic dentistry services.
Our hope is that you don’t spend another season, especially one as social and festive as this one, hiding imperfect teeth when you should be laughing, smiling, and enjoying yourself.
We’re inviting you once again to visit our experienced team of Charlotte, NC dentists to explore your treatment options that will fix what you don’t like about your teeth and gums.
If you have crooked, damaged, gapped, misshapen, or discolored teeth, if you have gums that make your teeth look too short… whatever has you hiding your smile instead of showing it off, we’re here to help!
Call Charlotte Dentistry at 704-285-0846 to schedule your appointment in Charlotte, NC. You can also online.
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While older patients are at a higher risk for tooth loss, the fact is that you can lose one or more teeth at any age throughout your adult life.
There’s gum disease, extensive decay or infection, injuries and accidents, lack of routine care from a skilled dentist… the risks are always there that you may one day be faced with a tough decision about how to replace your teeth.
Since it’s Dental Implant Awareness Month, we want you to know that you don’t have to let missing teeth disrupt your health or happiness!
Dental implants keep your restorations permanently in place, offer a better long-term oral health outcome, preserve your facial structure, and are strong enough for you to maintain your normal diet.
If you need to replace some teeth but don’t want to sacrifice the life you’re used to, visit us to explore your dental implant options!
Call Charlotte Dentistry at 704-285-0846 to schedule your appointment in Charlotte, NC. You can also online.
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With the fall season comes a wide variety of fruits and vegetables that are in season. We wanted to review the ones that will boost your oral health. Buying produce when they are in season is a way of getting the most nutritional value out of your favorite choices. So, incorporate a few of these choices into your next meal to give your smile a boost.
Wondering how your food choices impact your dental health? Call Charlotte Dentistry at 704-285-0846 to schedule your next dental checkup in Charlotte, NC. You can also online.
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Halitosis is a common problem, one that almost everyone experiences at one time or another. The good news is, it’s often not difficult to stop bad breath. You are much less likely to experience this problem if you maintain a good daily oral hygiene routine of brushing and flossing.
Even with daily brushing and flossing, though, it’s possible to have stinky breath. Chewing gum can help, as explained in this short video. It increases the flow of saliva, which washes away odor-causing compounds. Choose a sugar-free gum.
While gum can be a good short-term fix, more persistent bad breath can signal a more serious dental issue like decay or gum disease. If your bad breath doesn’t go away, come see us for an exam. If we find an underlying issue like this, you’ll need treatment. A dental cleaning alone may take care of it. If you have gum disease, you’ll need a more advanced cleaning. If you have a cavity, we’ll repair it with a filling or crown.
Call Charlotte Dentistry at 704-285-0846 to schedule your appointment in Charlotte, NC. You can also schedule online.
Earlier this month, we wrote about how a smile makeover is a great way to go into fall feeling good about yourself. One of the services you might include in your makeover is smile whitening. Whether it’s a standalone treatment or part of a larger transformation, you’ll want your results to last as long as possible.
Fortunately, there are many things you can do to keep your smile looking bright and beautiful! You can:
- Brush Gently – Brushing is an important part of keeping your teeth white. However, overly vigorous brushing can cause enamel to wear away. If this happens, the yellow dentin inside your teeth becomes visible. To avoid damaging enamel, use a soft-bristled brush and a gentle touch.
- Stop Smoking – Have you been to a smokers’ lounge? If so, you’ve probably seen ceilings, walls, and furnishings that are stained from nicotine. The same thing can happen to teeth. Breaking a smoking habit doesn’t just keep your teeth whiter, it helps the overall condition of your smile. Smokers are twice as likely to get gum disease as non-smokers, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
- Limit Your Exposure to Staining – Lots of foods and beverages can discolor your teeth, including tomato sauce, coffee, and red wine. Use a straw when consuming them, when possible, to lessen contact with your teeth. Rinse your mouth out with water immediately after you’ve had staining substances.
- Drink Plenty of Water – Drink more water and less staining beverages like soda and coffee. The water helps rinse away food residue that can stain your teeth.
- Use a Whitening Toothpaste – There are lots of whitening toothpastes on the market. We’re happy to offer our recommendations. You can also mix a bit of baking soda with hydrogen peroxide to make a paste. Use it to gently brush teeth for two minutes. Then leave it on your teeth for another minute or two. Don’t use more than once a week.
- See Us for Regular Teeth Cleanings – Visit our office every six weeks for a professional cleaning. We’ll remove surface staining and polish your teeth, so they feel and look great.
Want to schedule an appointment for smile whitening or another service? Call Charlotte Dentistry at 704-285-0846 to schedule your appointment in Charlotte, NC. You can also schedule online.
Many people see the fall season as a chance to start fresh. If you are ready to see major changes to your smile, you may consider a cosmetic smile makeover. With this procedure, we create a treatment plan that addresses all the improvements you want to make. It’s a streamlined way of getting the results you want instead of doing one cosmetic service at a time.
Here are some of the procedures that may be involved in your plan:
- Dental Veneers
We use veneers made of porcelain, giving you the best quality materials. Your veneers can last up to 20 years. Plus, you can feel confident that they look the most natural. It will take at least two appointments because we need to prepare your teeth ahead of time and custom-make your veneers. They are perfect for teeth damaged by chips, cracks, or stubborn stains.
- Dental Crowns
If you have more seriously damaged teeth, we’ll use a lifelike crown to repair your smile. It is also made of porcelain due to its strength and natural appearance. While smile makeovers are normally cosmetically focused, we often use restorative treatments in our plans. It’s important to us your smile is as healthy as it is beautiful.
- Tooth Bonding
If your teeth need just minor repairs, you may benefit from tooth bonding. We’ll use a composite material that repairs small areas of damage. Then, we reshape your tooth and harden the material with a special light. Bonding doesn’t cost as much as veneers; however, the results won’t last as long.
- Teeth Whitening
If you have stains on your teeth caused by foods you eat or beverages you enjoy, you can get professional teeth whitening. We make it part of your makeover for teeth that don’t need significant improvements. With our quick in-office solution, you can whiten your teeth in just one appointment. Or you can gradually whiten from home with take-home kits.
- Orthodontics
If you have alignment issues, we have a variety of solutions for you. We offer clear aligners and traditional braces. We also have a fast-track solution to aligning your teeth through AccelDent. An advanced treatment method can speed up your treatment by 50 percent. Your dentist will review which option is right for you based on your unique smile needs. For cosmetic alignment issues, such as slightly overlapping or gapped teeth, you may benefit from veneers. They are often considered “instant orthodontics.”
Want to find out what a cosmetic smile makeover can do for your smile? Call Charlotte Dentistry at 704-285-0846 to schedule your appointment in Charlotte, NC. You can also online.
As the years pass, it’s common to switch up your self-care routines. You might start doing lower impact workouts or use a different moisturizer. One thing you should keep doing, though, is seeing us regularly for dental exams and cleanings. As you get older, your teeth and gums may require special attention. Fortunately, we can provide care for aging smiles to keep them in great shape.
As you’ll see in this American Dental Association video, you are more vulnerable to issues like dry mouth, receding gums, and discolored teeth as you age. See us at least once every six months. That way, we can monitor your dental health and provide treatment if needed.
Of course, we provide care for smiles of all ages! Our large team includes doctors who have trained in many different areas, including implants and orthodontics.
Call Charlotte Dentistry at 704-285-0846 to schedule your appointment in Charlotte, NC. You can also schedule online.
You finally got started with Invisalign in Charlotte, NC and want to get the most out of your journey toward a straight, beautiful smile.
Check out today’s infographic for some habits that will help you best care for your aligners all throughout your treatment.
To maximize the benefits of this orthodontic option, you should embrace practices like wearing them consistently for the recommended time each day, ideally 20-22 hours, keeping up with your scheduled appointments to monitor your progress, and maintaining excellent oral hygiene by brushing and flossing regularly.
If you trust the process, you’ll soon be enjoying your stunning, straighter smile!
If you have any questions, call Charlotte Dentistry at 704-285-0846. You can also schedule an appointment in Charlotte, NC. You can also online.
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