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What Are My Options for Repairing Chipped and Cracked Teeth?

June 23, 2020

No one wants to chip or crack a tooth. While sometimes it’s obvious when a chip or crack happens, for others, they may notice a problem later but are not sure when or how it happened. Chips in your teeth are…

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FAQs About Dental Exams: Everything You Need to Know

June 9, 2020

Despite high rates of tooth decay and gum disease, just over 50 percent of people report visiting the dentist every six months. Getting bi-annual dental exams with your dentist in Asheville can help spot common problems that could lead to extensive…

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What Could These Dental Signs and Symptoms Mean?

June 1, 2020

Experiencing any type of problem with your smile—including pain, inflammation, or discoloration—can be alarming. While some symptoms aren’t strictly dental emergencies, most still require professional attention from your dentist. Letting any type of issue with your teeth and gums go unaddressed…

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7 Ways to Get Kids Motivated to Brush Their Teeth

May 3, 2020

If you’re one of the millions of parents home with young children during the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis, things can feel stressful right now. Schools in the majority of states are closed while the national emergency continues, and families have been forced…

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How to Keep Your Teeth Safe and Healthy During COVID-19

April 7, 2020

With a stay-at-home order in place for the majority of states as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, healthcare professionals are restricting or rescheduling routine services for patients. Dentists are being encouraged by the American Dental Association (ADA) and the…

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Are There Ways to Keep Teeth White Naturally?

March 3, 2020

It’s no secret that the majority of people would like to have whiter teeth. Your natural tooth color can dim as you age, leading to a less-than-stellar smile. Here, we take a closer look at why teeth stain and darken with…

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Why Are Regular Dental Exams Important?

February 20, 2020

If you aren’t having any adverse symptoms when it comes to your oral health, you might wonder why keeping up with those regular dental exams are so important. After all, if you brush and floss every day, your teeth should be…

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Benefits of Dental Implants for Your Missing Teeth

February 7, 2020

If you’re missing one or more of your natural teeth, getting them replaced is important. Not only do our teeth help us chew and speak properly, but missing teeth can cause the neighboring teeth to shift and fill in the space,…

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How Does Adolescence Affect Dental Health? Here’s What You Need to Know About Your Teen’s Teeth

January 21, 2020

Raising a teenager comes with its own challenges and worries. Oral health can get pushed to the bottom of the priority list when it comes to your child’s adolescent years, especially as your teen becomes more independent and you’re no longer…

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These Are Your Top Dental Health Resolutions for 2020

January 13, 2020

Keeping up with New Year’s resolutions can feel difficult once you get back into your normal routine after the holidays. That’s why it’s so important to make healthy habits a regular part of your daily routine for your best chances of…

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Is Chewing Gum Good for Your Teeth? Here’s What Research Says

December 17, 2019

When it comes to your teeth and gums, you want to do everything possible to ensure your smile remains beautiful and healthy. Of course, brushing, flossing, and visiting your dentist in Asheville for checkups are essential. But have you heard that…

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Is It Really a Dental Emergency? 7 Signs You Could Need Attention ASAP

November 24, 2019

If you have a problem with your teeth or gums, you might be wondering if it’s safe to wait until normal business hours to get seen by a professional dentist. It can be difficult to know whether or not an issue…

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Dentist-Approved Ways to Help Your Child’s Teething Discomfort

October 23, 2019

Did you know that babies are born with all of their primary teeth just waiting to erupt through the gumline? Many children already have a few teeth by the time they turn one. However, every baby is different and some children…

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What Are the Best Dental Products? Here’s How to Choose

October 13, 2019

It can feel overwhelming shopping for dental products at the store. From the many flavors of toothpaste to waxed and unwaxed floss, how do you know what’s best for you? And what about your toothbrush should you go for electric or a…

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These Signs and Symptoms Could Mean You Have a TMJ Disorder

September 17, 2019

The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is located on either side of your head near your ears and connects your jaw bone to your skull. It’s a ball-and-socket joint with a disc in-between that allows the jaw to move freely without friction. The…

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Scientists Get One Step Closer to Regrowing Tooth Enamel

September 4, 2019

Regenerating tooth enamel the hard, translucent, protective layer over your teeth has so far been impossible. It’s the toughest substance in the human body, and has a complicated structure that hasn’t yet been able to be replicated by modern science. In previous research…

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Do I Qualify for Cosmetic Dentistry?

August 27, 2019

More than one-third of Americans are unhappy with their smile. People associate a healthy, beautiful smile with a better social life, a better love life, and even success. It makes sense that people would want to correct flaws in their smile…

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What Could Be Causing a Dry Mouth?

August 27, 2019

Dry mouth, the technical term for which is xerostomia, is when a person experiences an unusually dry mouth. While some people might think experiencing dry mouth isn’t a big deal, it has a bigger impact on your oral health than you…

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What to Expect When Getting a Root Canal

July 16, 2019

A root canal is a procedure that’s performed by your Asheville dentist or sometimes an endodontist (a specialist in saving teeth). During a root canal, your dentist will restore your tooth instead of extracting it, giving people a way to save…

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Under What Circumstances Does a Tooth Need to Be Removed?

July 1, 2019

No one wants to hear that they need to have a tooth removed. Dentists have the job of protecting and saving your teeth, but unfortunately, sometimes a tooth extraction is necessary. How can you know if a tooth needs to be…

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