Bleeding gums can be a sign of several different diseases and deficiencies. If your gums bleed easily, it might be because of something simple, like using the wrong brushing technique or it could be a sign of a health condition you need to check out. Common Causes You may have bleeding gums if you - [...]
If you have alignment issues with your teeth and are seeking effective treatment then the ultimate solution is Braces. They are known to be highly effective for aligning teeth and modifying other problems related to orthodontics. Braces can be used to treat many different oral problems, other than aesthetic reasons. There are specific conditions in [...]
Have you ever thought why cavities form in between our teeth? The answer to this question is the accumulation of plaque and not cleaning the space in between the teeth properly leads to cavities. The ultimate solution to this problem is a Waterpik. What is a Waterpik? Waterpik is a home oral health appliance [...]
Is it sometimes difficult for you to clean your teeth due to malocclusion? The question arises here that what is malocclusion? It is a misalignment of teeth that can lead to bad oral health and many other complications. It is also referred to as crowded teeth, crossbite, overbite, underbite and open bit. Ideally, your [...]
Dental sealants are resin-based materials that a dentist applies to the chewing surfaces of deciduous, permanent molars and permanent premolars. They act as a barrier to protect the enamel from plaque and acids. Who needs Dental Sealants? Although proper brushing and flossing are effective to remove food particles and plaque from smooth surfaces of [...]
According to the National Sleep Foundation, sleep apnea is a disorder in which there is an intermittent cessation of breathing during sleep. According to an estimate, about 18 million US adults suffer from some form or degree of sleep apnea. Although there are numerous reasons which can cause sleep apnea, the most common symptom [...]
With the large risk of elbows to the face, many players still don't feel the need to wear a mouth guard since it's not required by league rules. Players don't want to wear something that is uncomfortable and will hinder their ability to speak and breathe. There has recently been a stronger push to [...]
Everywhere we go you see someone VAPING. The large cloud of steam escaping from their body and floating around their head is a very common sight. Vaping has been around for many years, but recently the popularity and use has grown into a multi-billion dollar industry. Vaping involves inhaling vapor from a heating cylinder (size, [...]
Thank YOU for helping us make 2018 an inspirational year! We are blessed to be able to work together to accomplish great things for our cause: MAKING BETTER LIVES FOR DESERVING CHILDREN OF EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA! Here are just a fraction of the services we are able to provide in 2018 thanks to our [...]
Dental Implant Procedure Implant Placement Your tooth has been extracted and you are ready to get it replaced. The first step is the surgical placement of the implant. The dentist will be surgically placing the implant in the jaw. This does require drilling as the implant must fit correctly into the jawbone, acting like [...]
