Your smile is important to you, and it’s important to us too, at Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte, since it’s our job to help keep it clean and healthy. We encourage all our patients, from newcomers to those who have been with us for years, to bring questions about their smiles to each and every checkup. […]
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Are Dentures Secured By Implants The Solution For Your Missing Teeth?
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative dentistry
Dentures secured by implants are held in place with permanent metal screws or posts. The metal posts are called dental implants, which can be used in many different ways. In this article from Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte, we describe one application: securing a full dental arch to either the upper or lower jaw. How are […]
Patient-Centered Dental Care
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
At Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte our patients are the focus of everything we do. Patient satisfaction means everything to us, because when our patients are satisfied we know we’re doing things right. Any time we do a checkup on a patient, we are as thorough as possible. We never rush you through an appointment. For […]
5 Ways To Prevent A Cracked Tooth
Cracked teeth can be painful, unattractive, and pricey to repair. This post from Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte contains an easy-to-follow list of tips to keep your teeth whole and strong. We have to state the obvious: don’t chew on hard things. Mind-blowing, right? People should steer clear of ice, hard candies, hard nuts, popcorn, and […]
The Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte – Dr. Christopher A. Bowman Guide To Dental X-Rays
Don’t know a periapical from a bitewing? This post from Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte takes a look at dental X-rays. Panoramic These pictures help us see everything in one image: the total upper and lower jaw. These are often taken during a patient’s first visit. They are useful for evaluating jaw injuries and seeing emerging […]
There Is Hope For Denture Wearers
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative dentistry
The condition of your teeth has a big impact on your quality of life. Denture wearers understand this all too well. But now there is a better option than conventional dentures: implant-supported dentures from Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte. Conventional dentures rest against the gums. They can irritate soft tissue, and make breathing, eating, tasting food, […]
Help For Toothaches
Toothache pain is brutal. It can be a major distraction during the day, and keep you up at night. A toothache is telling you that something is wrong. If you get one, call us at Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte right away. Anyone who has had a really bad toothache knows that it’s right up there […]
Need An Implant? Nervous About Oral Surgery?
If you’re missing one or more of your teeth and are thinking about dental implants, but worried about undergoing such a procedure, Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte can help. We get it. Millions of Americans cope with dental anxiety, even with something as simple as a cleaning and checkup. Some people even skip the dentist entirely, […]
Dental Veneers: 7 Fast Fixes
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Porcelain veneers
This blog post from Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte focuses on porcelain veneers, a versatile tool in cosmetic dentistry. Veneers are wafer-thin, super-strong shells custom made to permanently cover the front part of one or more teeth. They can correct a variety of problems including: Chips Cracks Stains Teeth that are misshapen Teeth that are too […]
Dental Bridge vs Dental Implant
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative dentistry
In this post from Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte we discuss dental implants as an alternative to traditional dental bridges. Bridges have been a standard tooth replacement option for many years. There is more than one type, but the most commmon consists of an artificial tooth held in place by dental crowns on either side of […]
