When we repair a decayed or damaged tooth at Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte, the procedure we use depends on the location of the problem. If there is a chip, crack, or tooth decay on the biting surface of a tooth, an inlay or onlay is often created to restore it. Inlays and onlays are usually…
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Smile Necessities And Possibilities
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Smile makeover
A smile transformation doesn’t just make your smile more attractive. It also builds self-confidence: you will be more comfortable in your professional and personal interactions. Cosmetic dentistry from Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte creates brilliant smile transformations. Even the smallest improvement can make a big difference and boost your self-confidence. We have many techniques we can…
You Be The Judge
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
A great smile can light up a room, and if that smile is yours you are bound to make a great first impression. You can transform your smile with cosmetic dentistry from Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte. Are you skeptical? We invite you to judge for yourself. Few of us were born with perfect teeth. Cosmetic…
Test Your Cosmetic Dentistry IQ
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Are you up on the latest cosmetic dentistry procedures offered at Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte? Take our quiz and find out! 1. This popular treatment uses a dental composite that resembles enamel. This composite is applied to the surface of the teeth, sculpted, and then hardened and polished. A. Veneers B. Flossing C. Defanging D.…
Are Floss Picks As Good As Regular Dental Floss?
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
Are floss picks as good as regular floss? While it’s better to use a floss pick than to not floss at all, it’s important to note that floss picks can only clean a part of the tooth’s surface. At Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte we recommend traditional floss or tape. Here’s why: A floss pick holds…
What is a Beautiful Smile Worth?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Smile makeover
What is a beautiful smile worth? People who have had a smile makeover at Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte say it’s worth every penny. Your smile is a part of you that you share with your family, friends, and colleagues every day. An attractive smile creates confidence. If you are uncomfortable with your smile, you waste…
Dental Crowns Solve Dental Dilemmas
A dental crown is a strong, natural-looking tooth restoration that covers the top of a damaged tooth. At Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte we use dental crowns to solve a number of dental dilemmas. Crowns can remedy the following issues: A broken tooth with decay An ill-fitting existing crown A decayed tooth that has lost a considerable…
Trouble Getting Numb For Dental Treatment?
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
For most of us, getting a cavity filled may not be the highlight of the day. But thanks to modern anesthesia, like what we use at Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte, it’s more an inconvenience than anything else. Some people, though, are resistant to local anesthesia like lidocaine. That makes something that is usually simple, like…
Gently Now (Protect Your Gums When You Brush)
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Everyone wants nice, pearly white teeth. It makes sense, then, to brush our teeth more often to get them – right? Well, no. As we explain in this post from Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte, brushing too aggressively can result in receding gums. Gum recession is when your gum line exposes more of your teeth, or…
Pregnancy And Oral Health
Pregnancy is a happy time for most women. But even as you anticipate bringing new life into the world, it’s important to be aware that pregnancy can bring certain dental health risks. We can help you with them at Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte. Before you press the alarm button, let us clarify: being pregnant does…
