Show Off Your Bright Smile
Everyone should be proud to show off their smile. Our teeth are part of who we are, and this is why it is important to take care of our mouths, and smile! Brush After Your Floss One of the first questions we often ask our patients during each visit is “How often do you floss?” […]
Early Warning Signs of Cavities
The foods in our diets have a direct impact on our oral hygiene. In order to keep our teeth strong and healthy, it is important to maintain a proactive cleaning routine. Unfortunately, there are times when our cleaning habits slip and bacteria in our mouths can begin to damage our teeth. When left untreated, cavities […]
Electric Toothbrushes
How much thought do you put into choosing a toothbrush? Most of us likely walk down the dental care aisle of our local drug store and pick up the first toothbrush we see, without giving it much thought. Or, perhaps depend on the free sample given at your last dentist appointment. However, not all toothbrushes […]
Protecting Your Teeth With Mouth Guards
Summer is here! And that means kids will be spending more time outdoors playing soccer, baseball, basketball and other active sports. Playing sports has many heart-healthy benefits, however sports can also cause serious dental damage. According to the American Dental Association (ADA), 10-20% of all sports related injuries are maxillofacial (related to the jaw and […]
How To Have The Perfect Smile In Every Picture
It’s the season of endless pictures: grad pictures, wedding pictures, Father’s Day pictures, and don’t forget the usual summer vacation pictures. Smiling for all of these photos can definitely be exhausting, and your smile can begin to look a little more forced and unnatural with every snap of the camera. Luckily, we have some advice […]
5 Tips for Healthy, White Teeth
A bright, healthy smile is one of the best ways to make a lasting impression. According to the American Academy of Periodontology, 50% of people say that a smile is the feature they notice first about another person. Keep your pearly whites healthy all summer long by following these dental tips! Tips for Healthy, White […]
What Causes Tooth Sensitivity and How You Can Help
Hot, summer days always call for a refreshing favorite: ice cream! Ice cream is an especially enjoyable dessert, until one big bite causes a painful tooth experience; ouch! If you have experienced this uncomfortable, sharp sensation when consuming something particularly hot or cold, you aren’t alone. Tooth sensitivity is one of the most common dental […]
Why Do Teeth Whitening Products Hurt My Teeth?
After years of drinking coffee, soda, and enjoying the occasional glass of red wine, your teeth are looking a bit stained and yellow, and it’s making you feel self-conscious to smile, laugh, or even talk in social and professional settings. Using over-the-counter tooth whitening gels and strips don’t seem to be making much of a […]
Get Kids to Brush Their Teeth
Healthy dental habits are critical to maintaining good oral hygiene. It’s necessary to instill these habits in children early on to ensure they stick and understand their importance. And while your child may not understand why brushing their teeth is necessary at first, they’ll at least be taking the appropriate steps to prevent cavities, plaque […]
How to Prevent Stains on Teeth
The easiest action you can take to prevent staining your teeth is avoiding the products that stain your teeth: There are a variety of tactics that can be used to help prevent staining your teeth: Our Cary Dentist Office Can Whiten Your Teeth! Call us today at (919) 467-0654 or schedule your appointment online!