Category: Preventative Care Page 2
Which Toothbrush is the right one for you?
January 6, 2021
In today’s Blog, we’re taking a quick look at some of our recommended toothbrush products. Check out the image below to decide which one is the best for you!
Read MoreSterilization To Protect Our Patients
March 10, 2020
Sterilization to protect our patients! We follow all OSHA standards to protect our patients from infection and go the extra mile during flu and virus season. Every tray, patient chair, hands, countertops, etc. are protected. All instruments are autoclaved at 250 degrees Fahrenheit under pressure so all bacteria are destroyed. Plus all water that comes […]
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 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 MoreDangerous Dental Habits
June 24, 2019
Your Dentist in Charlotte, NC Explains how Certain Dental Habits are Dangerous for Your Smile You may not always realize how certain dental habits can affect your smile, but it’s important to realize the best ways to take care of your teeth and gums so you can keep your natural smile for a lifetime! Whether […]
Read MoreHow Apples are Good for Your Teeth
April 30, 2019
People have been asserting that “an apple a day keeps the doctor away” since the 19th century. While it may not necessarily be true that those who eat apples never have to see a doctor, apples certainly have great health benefits for our bodies! Did you know they can even be good for our teeth? […]
Read MoreProtecting Yourself Against Oral Cancer
April 9, 2019
If there was a quick and painless way to identify pre-cancerous cells in the mouth of someone you loved, would you want them to try it? What if that person were you? The truth is, as uncomfortable as it may be to even think of the word “cancer,” thinking about it, and thus detecting it […]
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