How to Prevent Dry, Cracked Lips
As the temperatures cool down later this fall and winter, chapped lips may become a concern for many. However, chapped lips aren’t just a problem for people in cold temperatures. Dry, cracked lips can be problematic for anyone at any time during the year. As a family dentist in Uptown Charlotte near Plaza Midwood, we... Read More →
Understanding the Process of Tooth Decay
Have you ever woken up to tooth pain or bitten down on something hard or sweet just to grab your mouth in pain? Tooth decay is a common reason for tooth pain. However, the decay doesn’t just appear because you bit into something the wrong way. Tooth decay is a gradual process that unfortunately most... Read More →
Your Guide to Routine Dental Cleanings for Healthy Teeth
Routine dental cleanings are a necessary part of oral care. They help prevent tooth decay and periodontal disease. Dental appointments should not just be made when you have an appointment. Rather, visiting the dentist should be part of your ongoing oral care. So, what is a routine dental cleaning and why is it important? Keep... Read More →
8 Best Oral Care Tips During the COVID-19 Pandemic
By now, most of us are managing our lives in the new normal due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Since we’ve never been on such a large-scale pandemic, we need to have extra measures for taking care of our teeth. Learn how to level up your oral care amid the health crisis. The Impact of... Read More →
Can A Dental Bridge Be Repaired?
Having a dental bridge can make anyone believe that they never lost a tooth at all. It is a permanent tooth replacement solution that makes you feel like you have your natural teeth again. It usually lasts for a decade but may break or get loose at some point. If your dental bridge is damaged,... Read More →
Why Being A Mouth Breather Is Bad For You?
Face masks and face shields can make it difficult for most of us to breathe comfortably. In our effort to get more air, some of us are unconsciously becoming mouth breathers. While it is a sigh of relief, breathing through your mouth puts you at risk for dental and medical conditions. What is mouth breathing?... Read More →
The Chains Of Dentophobia: Overcoming The Fear Of The Dentist
A painful dental experience can make you develop anxiety towards dentists. However, some patients develop an extreme fear of the dentist or dentophobia that prevents them from receiving proper dental care. In this post, we will share about dentophobia and its symptoms. We will also share how you can break free from its limiting effects... Read More →
Face Mask-Induced Dry Mouth: A Hidden Threat To Your Oral Health
As we all focus on protecting ourselves against COVID-19, it’s easy to not notice the dryness of our mouths. Bacteria love a dry mouth as it helps them multiply and attack your teeth and gums in a matter of hours. We may be safe from COVID, but most of us are not safe from dental... Read More →
Dental Veneers Guide for 2021
Whether your teeth are crooked, chipped or you just want pearly whites at all times, you may want to know more about veneers. How do veneers work? Basically, a veneer is a layer of material placed over the visible part of a tooth (frontal part) to protect it from damage or improve aesthetics. At Genesis... Read More →
Missing Tooth: affordable tooth replacement solutions for a missing tooth
For the uninitiated, the idea of fixing a missing tooth might feel strange and unnatural. There are so many unknowns about the procedure. How does it feel? (it feels natural) Will I become a cyborg afterward? (Of course not) Will I require special care after fixing a missing tooth? (No) The list of questions goes... Read More →
