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8 Foods to Avoid for Healthy Teeth
Brushing, flossing and keeping your biannual cleaning appointments help you maintain your dental health, but what you eat and drink also contribute significantly to (or detract from) the vitality of your teeth. Asheville dental professionals encourage you to take every measure to prevent cavities, stains and broken teeth. To that end, we recommend that you…
Read MoreWhat is Enamel Erosion?
If your dentist has brought up enamel erosion, it’s worth listening. “Enamel is the hard, calcified tissue that covers the crown of the teeth,” says Ana Ferraz-Dougherty, DMD, a dentist in San Antonio, Texas, and a spokesperson for the American Dental Association. “It’s basically the shield against anything we eat and drink to protect against cavities.”…
Read MoreWhitening: How Much Is Too Much?
It’s entirely possible to get too much of a good thing, especially when it comes to teeth whitening in Asheville. When taken to an extreme, bright white teeth can make you look artificial. Your teeth take on a chalky, uneven appearance if you overdo it with at-home whitening products. Plus, if you’re not careful, you…
Read More4 Steps to a Better Smile
Wish you had close-to-perfect pearly whites? (Who doesn’t!) Then make all seven of these dental-health musts a part of your daily routine. t’s probably no surprise that a bright, white smile can make you appear younger and more attractive. In fact, according to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, a whopping 96 percent of respondents…
Read MoreGood Dental Care At Any Age
Caring for your teeth is a lifelong commitment, but the more you can do to help your kids maintain proper dental habits the more you can instill good dental care at any age. Before Teeth Come In According to the American Dental Association (ADA), baby bottle tooth decay can affect speaking, eating and concentration. The…
Read MoreThe Dangers of Periodontal Disease
The first symptoms of periodontal disease may not be easy for you to recognize. It isn’t too difficult to overlook your bleeding gums and bad breath — especially if you’re a smoker — because these symptoms often come and go for long periods of time. But these early warning signs may indicate bigger problems ahead.…
Read MoreHow Long Do Fillings Last?
How Long Do Fillings Last? A top Asheville dentist answers this elusive question. Face it: cavities are no fun. You’ll do anything to stop the pain — even visit your dentist. Going to a top Asheville dentist means confronting the dreaded whirring sound of the drill. It probably makes your toes curl just thinking about…
Read MoreWhat’s Up with All that Poking at My Gums During Cleaning?
Have you ever wondered why your dentist starts rattling off a series of numbers to the hygienist in the middle of your cleaning? 2, 2, 3, 2, 4, 5! What’s going on there? What your dentist is doing is checking the depth of gum tissue pockets that surround your tooth. It’s a proactive way to…
Read MoreThe Tooth-Friendly Diet
Try these foods to help build strong teeth and healthy gums What you eat affects your mouth not only by building healthier teeth and gums, but also by helping prevent tooth decay and gum disease. Learn how to eat the best diet for your teeth, including the foods to eat, beverages to drink, and what…
Read More3 Tips for Healthy Summer Smiles
Summer sun brings summer fun. While warm months are perfect for spending time together, summer vacation can also throw off your usual dental routine. Here are three ways to prevent summertime tooth decay: Stay on a routine Whether your kids are staying up to catch fireflies or a fireworks show, resist the temptation to skip…
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