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The Cavity in the Mirror May Be Bigger Than It Appears
You know that little message in the passenger-side mirror on all cars? The one that says, “Objects in the Mirror May Be Closer Than They Appear?” It’s basically saying – objects in the mirror ARE closer than they appear, so BE CAREFUL! Well, it would be really nice if patients could understand that when dentists […]
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How Do I Know You Grind Your Teeth, Even if You Don’t Believe Me?
I don’t know why exactly, but patients at my Charlotte dentist office (and all around the country, according to my colleagues) seem to have a problem believing me when I say, “Wow – you grind your teeth really badly.” In fact, the most common response is, “No I don’t!” said with a passion that makes […]
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Think the Dentist is Expensive? Then Brush and Floss!
Do you have a lot of dental problems that seem really expensive to fix, whether it’s dental fillings, crowns, root canals, or dental implants? Do you feel like the dentist is just out for your money when you’re told you have cavities or gum disease, but nothing is hurting, so you think they’re just making […]
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Do Silver Fillings Poison You? HECK NO, Dr. Oz!
Since Dr. Oz (anyone else think the similarity between the TV doc and the The Wizard have some similarities, like they’re pretty much full of it?) had a segment on his show recently about “Toxic Teeth”, our Charlotte dentist office has again been getting the question, “Should I remove my silver fillings?” The “Great and Powerful […]
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Stunning Cosmetic Dentistry in One Visit
While not an easy job, some days dentistry is one of the most rewarding jobs on the planet, and today was one of them! Cosmetic dentistry can take many forms, but when it involves multiple different procedures and materials, it can be an hugely challenging job to make it all turn out just right. In […]
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Recent Six Month Braces Cases
Are you looking to improve your smile by straightening crooked teeth, but perhaps you really don’t want to go through 2-3 years of braces? While we can definitely help with complicated cases by using InvisalignTM, the clear alternative to braces, for patients who have more limited goals, Powerprox Six Month Braces is a great option! […]
