We’ve got some fantastic news for all of our patients and neighbors with an active sweet tooth! It may come as a surprise, but the team at our Asheboro dental office is telling everyone to go ahead and eat chocolate — for your smile’s sake! But before you head out to buy a dozen of… Read more »
Posts Categorized: General Dental Articles
Scared of the Dentist? Let Us Help!
You have a dental appointment early tomorrow morning…and you can’t sleep. You toss and turn in bed, you feel tense and can’t seem to relax, you start sweating, your heart starts pounding, and you may even start to feel nauseated. Does this sound like you? If so, you’re one of an estimated 80 million Americans… Read more »
Can a Custom Night Guard Help Stop Tooth Grinding?
Tooth grinding is a surprisingly common problem that affects many people. The frustrating part is you may not even realizing that you’re a grinder. At our dental office in Asheboro, we understand that tooth grinding, also known as bruxism, can most often be experienced during sleep, when you have no recollection of ever doing it…. Read more »
How to Choose a Dentist in Asheboro
Whether you’re new to the area or just looking for a new dentist, choosing the right practice for yourself and your family can be an intimidating process. It’s important to know that not all dentists will be a good fit for your unique needs. But don’t worry, there’s a practice just for you, and we’d… Read more »
Top 7 Things You Should Know About Oral Health
At our dental office in Asheboro, we’re all about preventive dental care and doing everything we can to keep our patients’ smiles healthy. We also believe in educating our neighbors about oral health. After all, the more you know, the healthier you can be. Check out the top seven things we feel are most important… Read more »
What Your Smile Says About You
At our dental office in Asheboro, we want your smile to look its very best to help you get more satisfaction out of life both professionally and personally. We know your smile is a powerful tool that can tell the world quite a lot about who you truly are. Did you know that evolutionary scientists… Read more »
I Haven’t Seen The Dentist in Years. Now What?
At my dental office in Asheboro, we generally advise patients to see the dentist regularly, about every six months, to help maintain excellent oral and overall health. However, sometimes things happen in our lives and we just forget to keep up with appointments or schedule a checkup. We see and treat many patients who have… Read more »
5 Favorite Treats That Can Crack Teeth
There are a lot of things that can cause tooth damage. We’ve seen cracked teeth from sports injuries, loose teeth caused by clenching and grinding, and there’s always the chance for us to treat someone for a simple cavity. But at our Asheboro dental office, it’s also pretty common for us to have patients come… Read more »
All About Dental X-Rays
Dental x-rays are a vital diagnostic tool used to properly identify any underlying conditions that may not yet be visible on the surface. At our dental office in Asheboro, we perform dental x-rays only as often as necessary, which can vary from patient to patient depending on their oral needs and health history. We also… Read more »
“Why Don’t I Get Numb at The Dentist?”
Sometimes we get asked why certain patients have more difficulty getting numb before a dental procedure than other people. At our dental office in Asheboro, we wish we could provide one, solid answer as to why this happens. But the truth is, the reason can vary from person to person, and even from dentist to… Read more »
