Do you engage in activities that could potentially harm your teeth? Whether you’re an athlete or prone to grinding your teeth in your sleep, a mouthguard could be the answer to keeping your smile safe. Read our blog post for a look at some of the ways a mouthguard is a smart investment for your dental health.
Kids often struggle with brushing their teeth and may push back in the morning and at night. While it’s tempting to stop being as diligent about brushing and flossing, your child’s oral health is very important. Read our blog post for tips on making teeth brushing more fun for kids.
Many people pay for dental care with the help of insurance, but many dental offices offer dental membership plans. Read our blog post to find out how these plans work and how they are different from dental insurance.
Between coffee stains and aging, it’s normal to desire the bright white smile you once had. With the many options of at-home whitening and in-office teeth whitening, deciding the better way to whiten may seem complicated. Check out our blog post to find out why in-office teeth whitening is better than at-home teeth whitening.
Permanent teeth can fall out because of decay, trauma, gum disease, and other oral health issues. Dentures are a popular option. Read our blog post to find out at what age most people need dentures.
The start of a new year often means resolutions. While we’re sure you already have resolutions and goals you’d like to reach this year, we’d like to pose one more: a new smile! Check out our blog post for tips to help improve your smile this year.
Your jaws contribute to a healthy, well-functioning smile, as they help you eat and talk properly. But when you have temporomandibular joint dysfunction, or TMJ, it can be much harder to do these things. Take a look at our blog post to see how we can help with our TMJ treatments right in our Carrboro dental office.
The secret to a Hollywood smile? Dental veneers! This incredible cosmetic treatment can give you the smile of your dreams in the matter of weeks.
Check out our blog post where we walk you through the dental veneers procedure and provide detail on how long you can expect your dental veneers to last.
Many kids love playing sports like baseball, soccer, and basketball. They gain physical strength, confidence, and friends from the experience. Unfortunately, playing sports can lead to injuries, including dental trauma. Read our blog post to find out if kids should wear mouthguards when participating in sports.
If you regularly avoid hot or cold drinks because they hurt your teeth, you might have tooth sensitivity. While this condition is common among our patients, it’s usually not permanent. Check out our blog post where we look at some reasons why you might have tooth sensitivity and explain how we treat it.
