The office of Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte would be a very different place if it weren’t for the dental assistants who work here. In this blog post we would like to recognize the importance of these specialists, who are too often overlooked. Dental assistants not only make your dental appointment more pleasant, they make it…
Oral Health
Avoid These 5 Smile Wreckers
Your smile is one of your best assets. Are you doing everything possible to protect it? There is a definite link between your dental health and overall health, and at Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte we want all our patients to do everything possible to maintain their smiles! Here are five things that can wreck your…
How Dental Assistants Ensure Quality Dental Care
This post from Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte focuses on the role of the dental assistant. You may think of the dental assistant as: “The one who suctions my mouth while the dentist is working on me,” or “The one who attaches the bib around my neck,” and you are correct. However, their knowledge of patient…
Healthy Lifestyles For Healthy Lifesmiles
Good dental health and a great smile depend on more than simply brushing regularly. In this post from Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte, we present a quick refresher on important lifestyle practices that affect oral health. You are probably familiar with most of these recommendations, but it helps to get a reminder once in a while.…
Great Reasons to Floss Your Teeth
Flossing can be a bit of a chore. It takes a little extra time, and if you haven’t flossed in a while, it can even be painful. It’s no wonder our team at Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte is constantly reminding our patients to brush and floss! Flossing is vital to your dental health. You’ll never…
Brush Up On Your Cavity Basics
At Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte we see more cavities in our patients than we would like to. Cavities are far too common in the United States, and there is a tendency to consider them inevitable. Cavities happen when certain types of bacteria produce acids in the mouth. These acids destroy the enamel of a tooth,…
5 Critical Things To Know About Periodontal Disease
Gum disease is inflammation or infection of the gums. For the most part, gum disease is preventable. Yet it has become so common in the US that it has been called a health crisis by the American Dental Association. Gum disease can be treated. at Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte. Some useful things to know about…
Is Tooth Decay Contagious?
In this post from Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte we discuss tooth decay, also known as cavities. Your mouth has a thriving community of bacteria. There are from 200-300 types. But relatively few cause tooth decay. Bacteria that cause cavities are in the mutans streptococcus family. The bacteria mix with sugar. This mixture creates a powerful…
Smart Brushing Beats Aggressive Brushing
Most people brush their teeth every day (at least we hope so). However, there are many who brush incorrectly, not realizing it may be contributing to oral problems. Here are some smart brushing tips from Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte: One of the most important things to remember is to use a gentle touch when you…
Looking for a Child-Friendly Family Dentist in Charlotte?
When should you take your child in for their first dental appointment? It’s a question that many parents in Charlotte often debate. The answer may be a little earlier than you think. The American Dental Association recommends that a child sees a dentist around twelve months of age. This happens to be about the time when…
