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PROTECT YOUR SMILE WITH REGULAR VISITS TO OUR CHARLOTTE NC DENTIST!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Plaque and tartar can have a devastating effect on your smile if not removed properly. Brushing and flossing are not enough to keep your smile healthy and protected from oral health issues. Gum disease, dental decay, and other oral health issues can occur even in the healthiest of smiles. Regular visits to our Charlotte NC dentist<\/a> can help to protect your smile from developing serious dental health problems in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Throughout the day, food debris and oral bacteria gather on your teeth, gums, and tongue. This creates a biofilm that stays in your mouth until you are able to remove it through brushing and flossing. However, brushing and flossing are not always enough to thoroughly clean your smile. Plaque that remains on the surface of your teeth hardens into tartar, which is only removed through a scaling. Scaling is a technique used by our Charlotte NC dentist to gently scrape tartar off the teeth without scratching the surface. This is done at your regular dental cleanings every six months. Without regular cleanings, tartar will eat away at enamel and cause decay and gum disease. There is no way to protect your smile without regular cleanings so make sure you are visiting our office on a regular basis!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oral health issues are directly correlated to overall wellness, so always take excellent care of your smile. Many adults experience oral health problems like gum disease, and these conditions can be more common if a patient has certain chronic health conditions. Things like pregnancy, heart disease, and diabetes can all increase a person\u2019s risk for developing an oral health issue. More frequent dental cleanings may be necessary to protect a smile if someone is living with a chronic health condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kids<\/a> <\/a>are<\/a> <\/a>at<\/a> <\/a>a<\/a> <\/a>higher<\/a> <\/a>risk<\/a> <\/a>for<\/a> <\/a>dental<\/a> <\/a>cavities<\/a> <\/a>and<\/a> <\/a>caries<\/a>, so make sure you are educating them about taking care of their smile! There are several reasons why kids may be at a higher risk for cavities. This includes a sugary diet, lack of dental hygiene, and sometimes less frequent visits to the dentist. Bring your child in for a cleaning every six months, and teach them how to properly care for their smile. Fluoride toothpaste is essential to help strengthen your child\u2019s enamel and fight off plaque and tartar. This essential mineral acts as an extra layer of protection for your child\u2019s teeth. Flossing removes food that gets trapped between teeth, so teach them to floss every night. If you have questions about your child\u2019s dental health, call our office. Our Charlotte NC dentist can help you understand how to protect your kid\u2019s smile from plaque and tartar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To learn more the dangers of plaque and tartar, schedule your next dental cleaning today. Our Charlotte<\/a> <\/a>NC<\/a> <\/a>dentist<\/a> can help you understand your personal risk for oral health issues. With proper smile maintenance and regular trips to our office, you can keep your smile healthy and bright! Call our office at (704) 542-2325 today!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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