Author: Joshua Neubauer, D.D.S.
Dr. Joshua Neubauer, D.D.S. received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree from Marquette University in 2003. He spent ten years practicing dentistry in Kenosha, Wisconsin. After moving to Charlotte in 2013, he joined Park Crossing Dentistry. In 2016, he became Dr Bateman’s partner and has since become the owner.
Our Tooth Enamel
October 5, 2016
Our teeth are meant to last a lifetime, and tooth enamel is the hardest part of the body—even harder than your bones! However, enamel is not comprised of living tissues; therefore, if damaged, it cannot be healed. To keep our teeth for a lifetime, we need to take care of them by brushing, flossing and seeing […]
Read MoreHow Long Have Dentists Been Around?
September 6, 2016
Dentists have been around a long time—archeologists have evidence of the first dental fillings in teeth from people who lived between 7,500 and 9,000 years ago.
Read MoreGum Disease and Our Health
February 10, 2016
Research says that people with periodontal disease (gum disease) are at higher risk for developing heart disease, stroke, uncontrolled diabetes, pre-term births and respiratory disease. This emphasizes the need for proper brushing, flossing and regular checkups with your dentist.
Read MoreBanishing Bad Breath
October 21, 2015
Did you know… most bad breath can be prevented by brushing your tongue? Another good tool to lessen bad breath is a tongue scraper.
Read MoreOral Cancer Screening
April 1, 2015
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. The Oral Cancer Foundation states that while smoking and tobacco use are still major risk factors, the fastest growing segment of oral cancer patients is young, healthy, nonsmoking individuals due to the connection to the HPV virus. Dentists are often the first line of defense against oral cancer, through […]
Read MoreWhat is Gum Disease?
December 16, 2014
Gum diseases (also known as periodontal diseases) are a group of diseases that affect the tissues that support and anchor the teeth. Left untreated, gum disease results in the destruction of the gums, alveolar bone (the part of the jaw where the teeth arise), and the outer layer of the tooth root. Most people do not […]
Read MoreChewing Ice Cubes
March 26, 2014
Crunching ice cubes can cause a tooth to break. It can also chip away at the enamel of your teeth. If you have several fillings in your mouth, chewing ice cubes can be even more perilous. We strongly recommend that you avoid this practice.
Read MoreVisiting Your Dentist
February 19, 2014
According to a recent survey by Time magazine, 59% of Americans would rather go to a dental appointment than sit next to someone talking on a cell phone.
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