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can dry mouth cause gum disease?

Does Dry Mouth Cause Gum Disease?

You might be wondering: why is my mouth so dry, what causes dry mouth, and can it lead to gum disease and other oral issues? In this YouTube episode, Modern Family Dental Care outlines the causes of dry mouth, its symptoms, its relationship with your oral health, and how to prevent dry mouth for good. […]

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11 Facts About Gum Disease You Should Know

Gum disease is one of the most serious and common oral conditions that often go under the radar. This may be due to the spread of misconceptions or lack of awareness of this disease. Alternatively, it could be because more renowned oral ailments such as tooth decay, cavities, and impacted molars have overshadowed it. The

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Pediatric Dentistry: Prevent Cavities With Dental Sealants

Tooth cavities (also known as tooth decay or caries) are common dental problems in children, toddlers, and teenagers. In fact, according to WebMD, not less than 43% of children between the ages of 2 to 19 had tooth cavities in 2015-2016. Untreated cavities can lead to infections and pain that may cause speaking, eating, learning,

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Invisalign® vs. Traditional Braces

What is Invisalign®? Invisalign® is the “clear” orthodontic solution to your overcrowded or misaligned teeth. It also provides a solution to the gaps between your teeth, malocclusions, over and underbite, and other various teeth and jaw flaws. Invisalign® is a great alternative to traditional braces minus the brackets and wires. These clear aligners are made

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Top 5 Emergency Dental Cosmetic Makeovers

Cracked or chipped tooth? Are you missing a tooth filling or dental crown? Did you break your dentures? Emergency cosmetic treatments can help save your teeth, dental appliance or prosthesis. Our dentist in Concord and Charlotte, NC offer same-day emergency procedures to treat, restore and repair your teeth, dental implant, crown, filling or denture. Here

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Top 5 Common Reasons for Tooth Extraction

Tooth extraction is an oral care option that removes a tooth from its alveolus or socket. However, our dental providers in Concord Mills, Northlake and Davis Lake aim to keep your teeth intact. Tooth preservation is always the most preferred dental option. However, there may be cases when the only way to ensure your dental

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What is a Smile Makeover?

Smile makeovers are also known as cosmetic oral care treatments. These are professional dental options that focus on improving the appearance of your teeth, your smile and facial features. Cosmetic smile makeovers are designed to help improve dental aesthetics. These dental procedures also provide restorative benefits to oral health. The time is now to take

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All on 4 Can Save Your Life

As you know, I’m passionate about the health of my patients. And nothing affects health more than a person’s mouth. When people take good care of their mouth by brushing and flossing daily, they greatly minimize their need for our dental services. But what if there’s no healthy tooth left to save?  In that case,

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Online Tooth Straightening Won’t Leave You Smiling

SmileDirect and other online teeth straightening might sound like a good idea. It’s not. Though it’s cheaper, it misses the importance of in-person visits. Times are Changing The days of going to the doctor to get metal braces glued to your teeth are coming to an end. With the creation of Invisalign, straightening teeth has

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