Dentures and the Importance of Replacing Missing Teeth in Charlotte

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If you’re living with missing teeth, you know how it can impact your confidence, appearance, and daily life. Fortunately, dentures can be an excellent solution for restoring your smile and oral function. At Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte, led by the renowned Dr. Chris Bowman, we specialize in providing top-tier restorative dentistry solutions for patients in…

Gum Disease Linked To Alzheimer’s: Keep Those Gums Healthy!

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As if you needed another reason to keep your gums as healthy as possible. Scientists have found a link between a bacteria that causes periodontitis (advanced gum disease) and Alzheimer’s Disease. Porphyomonas gingivalis is a bacteria that often causes chronic periodontitis. The bacteria was discovered in the brains of Alzheimer’s patients. The research study, “Porphyromonas…

What Is Laser Dentistry?

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The word “LASER” is an acronym for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation. A laser device emits a powerful, highly concentrated beam of light. (Didn’t we all love the amazing laser weapons in ‘Star Wars?’) Lasers are used in hundreds of applications in almost every North Carolina industry including communications, research, manufacturing, entertainment, and…

Teeth Protection for Exercise and Sports

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There are more ways to exercise than ever before. In Charlotte, we have personal trainers, all-purpose gyms, HIIT, barre, yoga, Zumba, spin classes, specialty facilities, and recreational sports. Sports and Exercise Can Be Risky for Your Teeth At Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte – Dr. Christopher A. Bowman, we want our patients to be aware that…