It is not uncommon to be concerned about your safety when you have dental X-rays performed. Putting on a heavy lead vest may make you apprehensive. The benefits of dental
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Radiation and the Safety of Dental X-Rays
posted: Sep. 20, 2022.
It is not uncommon to be concerned about your safety when you have dental X-rays performed. Putting on a heavy lead vest may make you apprehensive. The benefits of dental
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Should I fix my chipped tooth?
posted: Sep. 13, 2022.
It was a small fall! A miniscule piece of popcorn! A minor foul on the basketball court! But now there’s a chip in your otherwise perfect smile. Is a chipped
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September is National Gum Care Month!
posted: Sep. 06, 2022.
Can you believe it's already September? At Carolina Smiles, we know that gingivitis, the early stage of periodontal disease, can be difficult to recognize. Many people don’t recognize the warning
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Happy Labor Day!
posted: Aug. 30, 2022.
Labor Day is upon us, and that means the non-official end to summer. Before the kids head back to school and temperatures start to cool down, this is your last
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Are you nervous about seeing the dentist? You’re not alone!
posted: Aug. 23, 2022.
With advances in modern dentistry, a trip to Carolina Smiles these days is pretty routine. But visiting the doctor and our team still makes some patients anxious—so much so that
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Electric Toothbrush Innovations
posted: Aug. 16, 2022.
If you’re happy with your manual toothbrush, read no further. But if you’re looking for more options than “firm,” “medium,” or “soft,” there’s a world of electric toothbrush innovations out
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Five Reasons for Your Bad Breath
posted: Aug. 09, 2022.
Bad breath, or halitosis, is probably not a matter of life or death. But it can make you feel self-conscious and have a negative impact on your life. The majority
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Canker sores, cold sores, and mouth sores: What's the difference?
posted: Aug. 02, 2022.
At Carolina Smiles, we know many people have experienced some form of mouth sores or irritation. Some mouth sores are harmless and go away on their own after a few
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In the Pink
posted: Jul. 26, 2022.
Our gums cover and protect the sensitive roots of our teeth and the bone around them. While we often think of gum tissue as a rosy shade of pink, that’s
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How do I avoid bad breath?
posted: Jul. 19, 2022.
At Carolina Smiles, we see a lot of patients who are concerned about their bad breath, also known as halitosis. So today we thought we would educate our patients about
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Morning Sickness and Your Oral Health
posted: Jul. 12, 2022.
Whether it’s your first child or you’re an experienced mom, pregnancy is an exciting time—which you’ll be able to enjoy much more once the days of morning sickness are over.
Morning
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Summer Sports and Mouthguards
posted: Jul. 05, 2022.
School’s out and you’ve emptied your gym locker until next fall. But while you’re stowing away the football gear, the basketball warm-ups, the field hockey sticks, and all the other
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Summer Sports and Mouthguards
posted: Jul. 05, 2022.
School’s out and you’ve emptied your gym locker until next fall. But while you’re stowing away the football gear, the basketball warm-ups, the field hockey sticks, and all the other
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Summer Sports and Mouthguards
posted: Jul. 05, 2022.
School’s out and you’ve emptied your gym locker until next fall. But while you’re stowing away the football gear, the basketball warm-ups, the field hockey sticks, and all the other
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Summer Sports and Mouthguards
posted: Jul. 05, 2022.
School’s out and you’ve emptied your gym locker until next fall. But while you’re stowing away the football gear, the basketball warm-ups, the field hockey sticks, and all the other
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Summer Sports and Mouthguards
posted: Jul. 05, 2022.
School’s out and you’ve emptied your gym locker until next fall. But while you’re stowing away the football gear, the basketball warm-ups, the field hockey sticks, and all the other
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