In today’s post, we will veer a bit off the beaten path, so to speak, and examine a distinguished dental specialty; forensic dentistry. The official term for the use of dentistry in criminal cases and post-mortem identification is forensic odontology. These specialists are rarely recognized but play a fundamental role in crime and disaster investigations.…
Tooth Injuries and How To Treat Them In North Carolina
Accidents can happen unexpectedly, and one area of the body that is particularly vulnerable to injury is the mouth, including the teeth. Tooth injuries can range from minor chips and cracks to more severe cases such as fractures or avulsions (complete tooth displacement). Understanding the causes, types, and immediate actions for tooth injuries is crucial…
A New Reason To Eat More Fish
Welcome to the Coleman & Dastrup Dentistry Elevated blog. I am Doctor Dennis Coleman. In the article “Fatty Fish, Nuts May Prevent Gum Disease,” author Jennifer Warner explains that a recent study links diets high in polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) with a lower risk of. Gum disease is a common dental condition for many…
Adult Dental Health for Davidson Smiles
At Coleman & Dastrup Dentistry Elevated, our goal is preventing dental problems and keeping our patients’s smiles healthy and beautiful. We provide general and family dentistry at our Davidson dental practice. Adult Dental Health As a general and family dental practice, we have been treating patients of all ages since 2015. An interesting (and…
We Keep Dental Patients Comfortable
To state the obvious, nobody enjoys pain. Doctor Coleman knows this, and that is why the dental team at Coleman & Dastrup Dentistry Elevated have made patient comfort our first priority. In conjunction with creating a calm environment, we have various medications that can lower and even eliminate pain associated with different dental procedures to give…
Are Dental Veneers Reversible?
When people seek cosmetic dentistry to improve their smile, porcelain veneers are a popular option. Unlike a crown that completely covers the tooth, a veneer is a super thin layer of very durable porcelain, composite bonding, or ceramic. When bonded to a tooth, the veneer creates a natural, translucent, and new surface. It improves the…
