Hello Davidson! Remember when being a toothless five-year-old dazzled friends and family? When a lisp was considered precious and endearing? Doesnโt work for adults. Toothless smiles are embarrassing and lisps can make you self-conscious. But your days of capturing delighted looks and commanding a conversation may not be gone foreverโeven if you have gaps in…
The Advantages of Implant-Retained Dentures
Are you trading your traditional dentures for implant-stabilized dentures? Implant-retained or implant-stabilized dentures both provide various advantages over traditional dentures. Secure in the mouthโno slipping Offers up to 100% natural chewing function The upper denture doesn’t cover as much of the palate This helps users taste food more easily. (Hooray!) More comfortable When dentures are…
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…
Smile Makeovers: It’s Not Just About Your Teeth
I have been creating spectacular smiles at my Davidson cosmetic dental practice since 2015. Each one of my Mooresville smile makeover patients values their new smile almost as much as I value their trust. My loyal patients, along with my dedicated dental team, have made my professional career particularly rewarding. Working as a dentist in…
Do Dental Implants Trigger Alarms With Airport Security?
Airport security checks might be necessary, but they can be a major annoyance. Emptying your pockets. Pulling your laptop out of your carry-on. Taking your shoes off. Some individuals considering whether to get an implant may wonder if it will affect airport security. Let’s answer the questions commonly asked about dental implant procedures and airport…
The 411 on TMJ
Do you have unexplained pain or clicking sounds in your jaw? They can be signs of serious oral issues. Some problems with the jaw and the muscles that control it are known as temporomandibular disorders (TMD). But itโs also commonly called TMJ, because thatโs the acronym for the name of the joint. Technically, that’s not…