Many people often wonder, “How can I deal with anxiety about visiting a general dentist in Davidson?” First, consider what the anxiety stems from. For example, are you worried about pain, injections, loss of control, personal space invasion, or embarrassment about your the state of your oral health? If so, then your next step should be…
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Cosmetic Dentistry in Davidson: Peace Begins With A Smile
Mother Theresa once said, “Peace begins with a smile.” Perhaps that peace should start with the person who is smiling. How do you feel about your smile? Are you at peace with it? Are you proud to flash a wide, happy grin? Do you believe it is beautiful? Does it express your best self? Let’s…
A Facelift For Your Teeth?
Today’s message focuses on an effective and versatile cosmetic dental procedure—porcelain veneers. Veneers are individual covers for the front part of teeth. They are an extraordinary way to correct a myriad of tooth imperfections such as chips, stains, yellowing, unattractive shape or minimal misalignment. Have you ever sought a minimally-invasive facelift for a tooth without…
The Cure, Not the Cause: Root Canals in Davidson NC
Too many people see a dentist’s office as a painful place. At Dennis J. Coleman DDS in Davidson NC, we dispel that image with a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Even so, when patients hear they need a root canal, a lot of them are going to get tense. It doesn’t need to be that way.…
Protect Your Young Athlete’s Teeth
Do you have a son or daughter that plays youth sports? Soccer, baseball, football, and basketball can be very risky for your child’s teeth. Football is a violent contact sport, yet there is a relatively low rate of tooth injuries that occur in football as compared to other contact sports. Why? Football players are instructed…
Happy Mother’s Day!
WE WANT TO TAKE A MOMENT TO RECOGNIZE an important figure in all of our lives — our mothers! We’re grateful for all of the time, attention, and care our mothers provide for us throughout our upbringing and beyond. The positive impact they have is immeasurable and we want to express what they mean to…
Be Prepared For Dental Emergencies
INJURIES ALWAYS SEEM TO HAPPEN when we least expect them. Picture yourself at an outdoor gathering, having fun, when suddenly a crying child runs up to you, knocked-out tooth in hand. Would you know what to do? Dental First Aid Saves Teeth Knocking out or fracturing a tooth is especially distressing—just thinking about it can…
A Toothpaste Timeline
OUR NIGHTLY BRUSHING ROUTINE wouldn’t be complete without that minty-fresh toothpaste tingle, right? But toothpaste hasn’t always been soft and minty. Years ago, it was less pleasant to use. Toothpaste Existed As Early As 5000 B.C. The oldest form of toothpaste known was created by the Egyptians. The powder formula included crushed rock salt, mint,…
4 Reminders For Improving Oral Health Through Diet
OUR DIETS AFFECT EVERY PART of our bodies. Oral health can improve or deteriorate drastically based on the things we eat! First, Cut Down On Sugar Sugar has become far too big a part of our modern diets. In addition to making us sick and fat, it erodes our teeth! Avoid frequent snacking on sugary…
The Link Between Osteoporosis And Gum Disease
WHAT DO OSTEOPOROSIS and gum disease have in common? Bone loss! For anyone with gum disease, osteoporosis, or both… it’s important to know about the correlation between these two conditions. How Does Gum Disease Cause Bone Loss? Are you surprised to hear that gum disease can contribute to bone loss? The first stage of gum…
