During every sports season, athletes everywhere are hard at play. To do that safely, they need the right protective gear.
On the court and field, there is only one way to minimize the risk of dental injuries from high-impact sports and other physical activities.
Check out today’s video to hear about athletic mouthguards and why a customized fit from a dentist is the best way to keep a winning smile all season long!
Get your favorite athlete ready for fall sports now!
Call Charlotte Dentistry at 704-285-0846 to schedule an appointment for a mouthguard in Charlotte, NC.
The answer to this question all depends on your goals, budget, and your dental health needs.
Smile makeovers are completely customized, which means you and your Charlotte dentist will talk about the changes you’d like to make to your teeth and gums and then agree on a cosmetic treatment plan that will give you the results you want!
It might involve orthodontics, dental veneers, teeth whitening, or any combination of procedures.
Ready to get started?
Call Charlotte Dentistry at 704-285-0846 to schedule your smile makeover consultation!
There’s nothing more important during the hot summer months than to stay well-hydrated for your oral and overall health.
If you understand why it’s vital to your smile, it might be easier to remember to keep drinking that H20 to beat the heat.
Here’s an infographic that lists the top reasons to drink plenty of water, especially during the summer season.
For help keeping your teeth and gums in great shape, you can always count on our team in Charlotte, NC! Call us today at 704-285-0846 to schedule your appointment at Charlotte Dentistry.
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It’s so tough to be in middle or high school and constantly worrying about measuring up to your peers. Kids can be really hard on themselves if they feel like they don’t fit in with the crowd.
This is one of the reasons that teens tend to be reluctant about getting braces, even though they know it will help their smile and boost their confidence.
Sometimes, they just need a little push. Invisalign in Charlotte, NC is a great option that makes orthodontic treatment much more appealing to older teens and adults.
Here are some reasons you can give your teen for starting their journey to a better smile now:
- Standard metal braces stand out, but Invisalign is a series of nearly invisible aligners no one else will see.
- The smooth plastic aligners feel comfortable in your mouth, unlike often sharp, poking brackets and wires.
- Because you can take the aligners out to eat, you won’t have to feel insecure about getting food stuck in your braces during lunch at school.
- This also makes brushing and flossing your teeth fast and easy, which you’ll appreciate on those early mornings getting ready for school.
- Invisalign is a faster system than traditional braces, so starting treatment now could give you the smile you want by the time school starts next year!
So why wait? Call Charlotte Dentistry today at 704-285-0846 to schedule your consultation.
Dental Implant Month is a chance for tooth loss patients to discover the life-changing difference it makes when restorations are stabilized properly.
Because stand-alone crowns, bridges, and conventional dentures are placed on top of your gums, they don’t make up for the lost tooth root underneath.
That can have lasting consequences for your oral and overall health, not to mention your ability to eat all the healthy foods you love.
As you can see from these images, dental implants take the place of a missing root and mimic its function, giving your new teeth the most lifelike quality available in modern dentistry!
Come and explore all your options!
Call Charlotte Dentistry now at 704-285-0846 to schedule a consultation.
Enjoying good oral health starts with good oral hygiene.
But that’s always a bit of a challenge for kids who are just getting used to brushing and flossing.
Here’s a video that will make that easier for your family!
As you and the kids get back to the school-year routine, make sure your children know the proper technique for tooth brushing so they can have a healthy smile all year long!
Also, remember to bring everyone in your household to us for your next dental checkup.
Call Charlotte Dentistry at 704-285-0846 to schedule your appointment in Charlotte, NC.
If you don’t get enough water, you can develop dry mouth. This condition is not only uncomfortable, it’s bad for your dental health. Saliva is a natural cavity fighter that helps wash away the food debris and bacteria that cause decay. Dry mouth is more common in the summer, since we lose more moisture through perspiration. Fortunately, it’s pretty easy to boost your water intake.
Eliminating dry mouth will not only improve your dental health but may improve your social life too! Dry mouth is a common cause of bad breath. You should try to consume 8-10 cups of water a day, even more if you are physically active.
Try our six tips to boost your water intake:
- Have a Water-Based Beverage With Every Meal – Water itself is best. Milk and juice also contain water, so they aren’t bad choices. Enjoy one of these beverages with every meal.
- Lower Your Consumption of Diuretics – Caffeinated drinks including tea, soda, and coffee are diuretics. That means they increase the amount of water excreted by your body. Limit your consumption of these beverages.
- Add Flavor to Your Water – Add lemon or lime slices, chunks of melor or pineapple, or fresh berries to your water to give it a fruity flavor that may make you want to drink more. You can add even more flavor interest with fresh herbs like mint or thyme. Try these ideas to get started.
- Order Water With Restaurant Meals – You know drinks at restaurants are expensive. Why not save money and calories and boost your water intake at the same time? Order water instead of tea, soda, or another drink.
- Drink Before You’re Thirsty – If you wait until you’re thirsty, you’re already dehydrated. The color of your urine will tell you if you are drinking enough. It should be pale yellow; if it is a darker color, you need to drink more water.
- Keep Water With You – Make sure you take a reusable bottle or travel cup filled with water while you’re out running errands and on road trips. That way it’s easy to stay hydrated.
Drinking lots of water may result in better dental exams. If you need to schedule your next one, call Charlotte Dentistry at 704-285-0846. If you still suffer from dry mouth after you boost your water intake, our dentists will work with you to identify the underlying causes and can recommend products that will help.
You should never settle for crooked, gapped teeth that make you feel too embarrassed to smile. But we can understand why you might be hesitant about orthodontic treatment.
Metal brackets and wires are highly-effective at aligning teeth properly, but they aren’t exactly ideal for older teens and adults who are concerned about appearance.
Check out today’s infographic to see what orthodontic treatment can correct, and then visit us in Charlotte, NC to explore our clear aligners options to get the smile you want!
Call Charlotte Dentistry today at 704-285-0846 to schedule an appointment.
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Summer is a time for fun activities that, unfortunately, put your teeth at a higher risk for damage.
You’re opening new toys and floats to use by the pool, spending more time running around the yard with the kids, or you’re eating more barbecue meat on the bone.
None of these activities are bad, of course, but they do give you a reason to be more cautious about protecting your teeth. Watch this video that offers some tips for preventing dental accidents so you can have a fun, carefree summer and a great smile!
When accidents happen anyway, call Charlotte Dentistry at 704-285-0846 to schedule an appointment.