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Holiday Tip
December 11, 2019
Remember you aren’t a squirrel. Don’t Crack Nuts with your Teeth! Happy Holidays from Park Crossing Dentistry, your Charlotte Dentist.
Read MoreDid You Know Acidic Foods Affect Your Teeth?
November 20, 2019
Acidic foods can soften your enamel temporarily (for up to 30 minutes) so brushing can actually cause damage. Rinsing your mouth can help remove the acid that can harm your enamel. This tip brought to you by Park Crossing Dentistry, your choice for a family dentist in Charlotte, NC.
Read MoreCavity before turning 18? Let’s change that trend!
October 25, 2019
Over 75% of Americans have at least one cavity before they turn 18. What? Let’s change that trend! Let us help you not be one of the 25% who brings cavities into adulthood. Come see us at Park Crossing Dentistry in Charlotte.
Read MoreWhat type of toothbrush bristle is best?
It can be tempting to think that the firmer the bristles, the better the brush. Although true for scrub brushes, a softer bristle is always best for your teeth. If your bristles are too stiff, it can damage your teeth and gums. A soft toothbrush, used regularly, is the most gentle yet effective way to […]
Read MoreAt what age can my children start brushing their own teeth?
September 18, 2019
We hear this question often! Although kids’ dexterity matures differently, a good rule of thumb is to allow your kids to start learning to brush their teeth on their own about the time they learn to tie their shoes. We encourage you to be extra diligent about cleanings while they are learning to brush on […]
Read MoreHappy Anniversary Park Crossing Dentistry
September 10, 2019
September 10, 1984: Dr. Bateman opened the doors to his practice, “Dr. Richard Bateman, DDS”, which is now Park Crossing Dentistry. Wow! It has been 35 years this week that our practice started. “I could not have done this without a great staff and great patients! I have enjoyed every day being a dentist.” Now […]
Read MoreIs there a link between vitamin D, gum health, and diabetes?
September 5, 2019
New research shows interesting links between low vitamin D levels, gum disease (periodontal disease) and diabetes. Both of these diseases are highly prevalent in America. Vitamin D deficiency would worsen this combination (of diabetes and periodontal disease) and this is important to know, particularly because a vitamin D deficiency is cheap and easy to correct. […]
Read MoreDental Floss
August 29, 2019
Did you know? Three million miles of Dental floss are purchased yearly. Also, each individual should expect to personally use 122 yards of floss. One more fact: if you don’t floss, you are missing up to 40% of your tooth’s surface. Schedule a cleaning with us at Park Crossing Dentistry, your Charlotte dentist today. Let’s […]
Read MoreDo you know what is special about August 22? It’s National Tooth Fairy Day!
Do you know where the idea of the Tooth Fairy originated? There is much speculation but according to Forbes, “the closest parallel to the American Tooth Fairy may be an 18th-century French fairy tale called La Bonne Petite Souris. In the story, a good queen is imprisoned by a bad king and enlists a mouse […]
Read MoreWant to start the school year with a brighter smile?
August 26, 2019
We offer a one-hour in-office teeth whitening system. Teeth whitening in Charlotte has never been easier! Schedule your appointment with your Park Crossing Dentistry, your Charlotte dentist, today!
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