Your smile is one of the first things people notice about you. It’s a reflection of your personality, confidence, and overall health. If you’ve been feeling self-conscious about your teeth, a professional smile makeover can be a life-changing solution. At Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte, Dr. Christopher A. Bowman specializes in delivering stunning smile transformations here…
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Gum Disease Linked To Alzheimer’s: Keep Those Gums Healthy!
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…
A Missing Tooth Can Lead to Bone Loss
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative dentistry
Today’s article focuses on missing teeth and bone health. Our teeth have many vital functions. We need them to chew our food, talk, and smile. But have you ever considered their role in holding up your face? When we lose teeth, the bone around the site of the extraction begins to shrink. This, in turn,…
Teeth Protection for Exercise and Sports
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
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…
Creating Beautiful Smiles At Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte – Dr. Christopher A. Bowman
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry
I am glad you found our blog! I’m Dr. Christopher Bowman, DDS, of Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte – Dr. Christopher A. Bowman, a full-service dental practice in Charlotte. I am a proud member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. My profession is dentistry, but my passion is providing superior and affordable Charlotte dental care…
Ditch the DIY Dental With Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte – Dr. Christopher A. Bowman
The internet is a treasure trove of information, but when it comes to your oral health, not everything you read online is accurate or safe. While it might be tempting to try home remedies for dental issues, visiting a qualified dentist at Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte – Dr. Christopher A. Bowman in Charlotte, North Carolina…
Is Your Mouth Sore Something Serious?
As a dentist, one of my roles is to help you take care of your mouth. Some of my patients have issues with mouth sores, thus the topic of today’s article. If you have a mouth sore that lasts more than a week or two; it is critical to come in for an exam. Mouth…
Optimum Oral Health Includes Exams and Cleanings
If you’ve ever visited our blog, you’ve probably heard the guidance to have check-ups and cleanings twice a year. In fact, dental professionals have been advising the twice-yearly frequency for over 50 years. The American Dental Association counsels men and women to visit their dentist twice a year as well. Is that an arbitrary schedule?…
Tooth Sensitivity Treatment At Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte – Dr. Christopher A. Bowman
Categories: Dental Health, Oral Health
Have you ever been eating an ice cream cone when you suffered a sudden jolt of pain in one of your teeth? If the enamel has eroded, or the gums have receded, the dentin layer of the tooth is exposed. The substances that cause tooth pain travel to the pulp where the nerves of the…
Who Do You Call If You Have a Dental Emergency in Charlotte?
Categories: emergency dental, Oral Health
A dental emergency is any occurrence in which damage to the teeth occurs and the patient needs urgent care. While a dental emergency may have never happened to you, it could happen in the future. Some things are too urgent to wait for an appointment. How do you know if you need to call for…
