You rarely hear the word “toothpaste” without it being preceded by “fluoride.” At Coleman & Dastrup – Dentistry Elevated, we know “fluoride toothpaste” is ubiquitous for good reason! Fluoride is a key mineral that helps your teeth stay strong. It is found in some foods and water and makes toothpaste more effective at fighting cavities.…
Chipped Tooth? No Need To Panic
There are two ways to handle a chipped tooth: Panic. See Doctor Dennis Coleman right away and get on with life. Doctor Dennis Coleman at Coleman & Dastrup – Dentistry Elevated can fix a chipped tooth in a jiffy by determining the right solution and expertly performing the procedure. Decay, missing teeth, braces, and even…
Coleman & Dastrup – Dentistry Elevated Takes Care Of Plaque, Calculus, And Cavities
Hi. Welcome to the Coleman & Dastrup – Dentistry Elevated blog! Many of our patients in the Cornelius, Concord, and Huntersville areas often get a couple of dental terms mixed up. Today, we would like to clarify the differences between plaque, calculus, and cavities. Plaque is a film that covers teeth—a sticky layer of bacteria.…
Get Those Teeth In Shape!
Dental bonding is one of the most popular cosmetic dentistry procedures used and it’s not difficult to see why. There are many common dental problems that Coleman & Dastrup can treat with bonding. Cosmetic bonding uses a very sturdy resin material that is tooth-colored. The material is applied to the teeth while it is soft,…
Oral Health For Davidson Diabetics
According to the CDC, over 34 million Americans have diabetes. Perhaps you are one of them. Let’s talk about oral health for diabetics. Many Mooresville individuals with diabetes have dental problems. However, periodontitis (advanced gum disease) and tooth decay are not unavoidable for those affected by diabetes. At Coleman Dastrup – Dentistry Elevated, we provide…
3 Ways To Keep Your Mouth Happy!
Doctor Dennis Coleman is an experienced dentist here in Davidson. At Coleman & Dastrup – Dentistry Elevated, we enjoy helping patients have optimum oral health. Today’s post focuses on something mouth-related that doesn’t get as much attention as cavities or cosmetic dentistry: our sense of taste. A happy mouth is not only a healthy mouth…