It is no secret that a healthy, pleasing, beautiful smile in Charlotte can be your most admired physical attribute. After all, the first thing people notice is your smile. How do you know if your smile is detracting from your appearance? Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, so if you look at your […]
Dental Health
Oral Health in Charlotte: Filtered Water
A simple way for residents to choose beverages that won’t harm their teeth is to keep it simple by making water their go-to beverage. However, for safety, thrift, and convenience, many dental patients choose to drink bottled water or filter it themselves at home. Filtered water can be detrimental to oral health in Charlotte if […]
New Protein For Dental Implants in Charlotte
Unlike a dental bridge, a tooth implant consists of a titanium post inserted into the jaw bone. The bone meshes with the post to create a strong base for the natural-looking prosthetic tooth and crown that attaches to the post. Hundreds of patients have received dental implants in Charlotte to replace missing teeth with jaw-bone […]
It’s Treatable: Gum Disease in Charlotte NC
Gum disease is not nearly as common as it once was. Still, one of every ten American adults is likely to get some form of gum disease by the time they’re sixty-four years old. At Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte, we provide treatment for gum disease. First things first. Gum disease is a leading cause of […]
Eat Like A Dentist: General Dentistry in Charlotte
Nothing impacts your smile quite like your eating habits. Good eating practices, along with general dentistry, are the best ways to minimize tooth decay in Charlotte, and keep your smile fresh and dazzling. 1. Rinse after eating Rinse your mouth with a sip of water or brush your teeth after meals. People who snack all day […]
Dental Confidence Or Caution
Whether you are one of the folks who goes willingly for your check-up, or are hesitant about getting dental work done, Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte wants to see you every six months to make sure you’ve got excellent dental health. The modern view is that there is a connection between poor dental health and underlying, […]
Peace Begins With A (Beautiful) Smile, Charlotte!
Mother Theresa once said, “Peace begins with a smile.” Perhaps that peace should start with the person who is smiling. How do you feel about your smile? Are you at peace with it? Are you proud to flash a wide, happy grin? Let’s talk about your beautiful smile, Charlotte. Bright eyes and bright smiles are […]
Oral Cancer: Early Diagnosis Makes A Big Difference
Categories: Dental Health
When it comes to oral cancer survival outcomes, two numbers are key: 40% and 90%. 40% of individuals who receive a late-stage diagnosis die within five years. However, the survival rate for early stage diagnosis is 90%. Oral Cavity and Oropharynx—Mouth and Throat Cancers that originate in the mouth (or oral cavity) are labeled oral […]
Does My Dentist Treat Bad Breath?
Categories: Dental Health
When my Myers Park area family dentistry patients ask me if mouthwash cures bad breath, I tell them that treating bad breath with a mouthwash is like drenching yourself with cologne instead of taking a shower. Mouthwash is only a temporary mask for odor caused by poor dental hygiene, tongue bacteria, or digestive problems. The […]
When Style And Oral Health Collide
Categories: Dental Health
Oral piercing is a popular form of body-art in Charlotte, but just because it’s popular doesn’t mean it’s safe. I’m Dr. Christopher Bowman, a dentist serving the Myers Park, Cotswold, and South Park areas. When my patients ask me about the safety of oral piercings, I make sure they look at the possible detrimental consequences. […]
