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3 Things You Might not Know About Moving Teeth
posted: Mar. 30, 2018.
If you press your tongue against your teeth, unless something is badly wrong they won't budge. In fact, your teeth are subjected to a fair amount of pressure each Read more -
3 Things You May Not Know About Orthodontics
posted: Mar. 15, 2018.
It’s a common sight to see someone wearing braces—and not just teens or pre-teens. In the last few decades, people in their adult years (even late in life) are Read more -
Restore Your Smile With Dental Implants
posted: Mar. 06, 2018.
Whether you've just lost a tooth or experienced tooth loss in the past, dental implants can restore your smile. Matthews, NC, dentist Dr. David Feeney shares a few benefits of Read more -
Periodontal Probing Increases Accuracy in Diagnosing Gum Disease
posted: Feb. 28, 2018.
If you’re over age 30 there’s a fifty percent chance you have periodontal (gum) disease—and you may not even know it. Without treatment this often “silent” bacterial infection could Read more -
Steely Dan Founder's Death Highlights Importance of Early Cancer Detection
posted: Feb. 13, 2018.
Fans of the legendary rock band Steely Dan received some sad news a few months ago: Co-founder Walter Becker died unexpectedly at the age of 67. The cause of Read more -
How to Get the Most from Your Daily Brushing and Flossing
posted: Jan. 29, 2018.
Twice a year dental cleanings are an important aspect of optimal oral health. But if you’re not brushing and flossing every day, your dental visits could change from regular Read more -
The Health of Your Mouth Could Affect the Rest of Your Body
posted: Jan. 21, 2018.
“No man is an island….” So wrote the poet John Donne four centuries ago. And while he meant the unity of humanity, the metaphor could equally apply to the Read more -
Drawing Impacted Teeth into the Open can Restore a Smile
posted: Jan. 06, 2018.
You don’t have to be a dental professional to appreciate a beautiful smile. Likewise, you’ll also know when something’s not quite right with one. Such can be the case when Read more -
Actor David Ramsey Discusses Baby Bottle Tooth Decay
posted: Dec. 29, 2017.
Cavities can happen even before a baby has his first piece of candy. This was the difficult lesson actor David Ramsey of the TV shows Arrow and Dexter learned Read more -
The Importance of Oral Cancer Screenings
posted: Dec. 21, 2017.
When many people think of going to the dentist they think of getting checked for cavities, tooth decay, and gum disease. But there’s one other important checkup that can be Read more -
Weather the 'Storm' of Teething with These Comfort Tips
posted: Dec. 14, 2017.
Teething is a normal part of your baby’s dental development. That doesn’t make it less stressful, though, for you or your baby. This natural process occurs as your child’s primary Read more -
Sealants Provide a Little Extra Protection for Children at High Risk for Decay
posted: Nov. 29, 2017.
Taking care of your child’s teeth is a high priority, not only for their health now but for the future too. And that means dealing with their teeth’s most Read more -
Understanding the Aging Process Leads to More Effective Orthodontics
posted: Nov. 14, 2017.
If you’ve ever looked at younger photos of yourself, you’re sure to notice differences with your present appearance. Of course, your basic features might appear much the same. But Read more -
A Royal Fix
posted: Oct. 30, 2017.
So you’re tearing up the dance floor at a friend’s wedding, when all of a sudden one of your pals lands an accidental blow to your face — chipping Read more -
Why the Treatment Model for Your Jaw Joint Disorder Matters
posted: Oct. 22, 2017.
Your temporomandibular joints (TMJ), located where your lower jaw meets the skull, play an essential role in nearly every mouth function. It’s nearly impossible to eat or speak without Read more -
Get a Whiter Smile Easily
posted: Oct. 12, 2017.
If you wish you had a whiter, brighter smile, you may have tried over-the-counter whitening kits or whitening toothpaste. However, you may not have noticed the results you had hoped Read more