Have you ever heard the phrase ‘I’d rather have a root canal’ to describe something painful or unpleasant? At Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte – Dr. Christopher A. Bowman, we perform a root canal (endodontic) therapy routinely for our patients, and many report minimal discomfort. Root canal procedures have advanced significantly in recent years. For many…
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Lasering In On Precision Dentistry For Impeccable Results
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
The powerful, precise, highly-concentrated beam of light initially known as Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation (LASER) is so ubiquitous that the acronym has now been relegated to lower case. Lasers are used in everything from weapons to barcode scanners. They have increased efficiency and advanced technology in numerous industries such as communications, manufacturing,…
Ouch! Are Your Teeth Sensitive In Charlotte?
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
For those of you in the Dilworth area who feel pain when you sip your morning coffee or who cringe each time you brush or floss, Christopher A. Bowman, DDS, PA is here for you. Dr. Christopher Bowman has been treating this common trouble since 1996. The first line of defense against tooth sensitivity is…
Debunking Dental Myths
Categories: Dental Health
Today’s Christopher A. Bowman, DDS, PA blog post focuses on three dental-related myths prevalent in the Dilworth area. All Sugar Is Equally Bad For Teeth We all know that sugar increases our risk of tooth decay, but some types are worse than others. Sugar-based foods that sit on the teeth are more dangerous than those…
The 4 Components Of Saliva That Keep Dilworth Teeth Healthy
Categories: General Dentistry
Hello, my name is Dr. Christopher Bowman and I want to welcome you to my Charlotte dental blog. My dental practice, Christopher A. Bowman, DDS, PA, wants to help our Myers Park, Cotswold, and South Park patients to be knowledgeable about oral health issues. Today we are going to discuss the complexity and importance of…
Is It Growing In Your Mouth?
Categories: Dental Health
Believe it or not plaque can rear its ugly head in any Charlotte mouth – even yours – no matter how meticulous you try to be. If you have deep grooves, watch out. If you have a receding gum line, watch out. If you are a candy-loving Charlotte resident with the proverbial sweet tooth, watch…
Dental Specialties Available In Charlotte
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
General dentists in the Charlotte area are trained in a wide variety of dental procedures. However, sometimes, your Charlotte general dentist will refer you to a local Dilworth specialist, or include a specialist as part of your treatment team. Following are some of the most common dental specialties found in the Dilworth area: Endodontists Endodontists…
Relax. Your Teeth Will Thank You.
Categories: General Dentistry
Most Charlotte adults have been warned about the physical effects of stress. Our doctors remind us to protect ourselves from the dangers of unmanaged stress by eating healthy, exercising regularly, and getting adequate sleep. We know that we shouldn’t try to relieve stress with overeating, excessive alcohol consumption, smoking, or compulsive spending. (Even though many…
Ouch! Are Your Teeth Sensitive In Charlotte?
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
For those of you in the Dilworth area who feel pain when you sip your morning coffee or who cringe each time you brush or floss, Christopher A. Bowman, DDS, PA is here for you. Dr. Christopher Bowman has been treating this common trouble since 1996. The first line of defense against tooth sensitivity is…
Debunking Dental Myths
Categories: Dental Health
Today’s Christopher A. Bowman, DDS, PA blog post focuses on three dental-related myths prevalent in the Dilworth area. All Sugar Is Equally Bad For Teeth We all know that sugar increases our risk of tooth decay, but some types are worse than others. Sugar-based foods that sit on the teeth are more dangerous than those…
