Spring time is the Right Time for CEREC One-Day Crowns and Fillings

The weather is great and spring is right around the corner! The office of Dr. Edwin Porter is booming with excitement for the warm afternoons and longer days. We are completing more Cerec restorations than ever and we have such great experiences here for our patients! Their comments range from “I am so glad I only had to get numb once!” to “I am so excited that I don’t have to wear a temporary crown and come back to place the final restoration!” to “The crown looks like my own teeth!” We have heard great feedback and can only shout the benefits of having Cerec crowns, onlay, and even fillings . We are using on the strongest materials on the market right now and you can rest assured that your dentistry will be in there for a long time.

Dr. Porter and his staff will see you for a free consult at any time to discuss your concerns. All you have to do is call us or e-mail us! 704-544-5330 or Wanda@DentistryinCharlotte.com

Happy Friday, Everyone!!!

Taking Care of Your Teeth Can Make You Look Younger

Smiling makes you look and feel younger but if you don’t healthy teeth then it can do the opposite. When the teeth are in the right position it fills out the volume of the face, you see more teeth, and it creates a more youthful appearance. It’s also a great alternative for a facelift! It can be done for both women and men that are wanting a younger look and can generally be done in a few appointments, depending on the amount of treatment. We c an help you decide if you need one tooth done or a few when you call us at 704-544-5330 or email at Wanda@DentistryinCharlotte.com

Drool!

After all the rain we had yesterday here in Charlotte, I can see how it relates to something in dentistry. Ever wonder what drooling truly is? Sialorrhea!

Sialorrhea is a condition characterized by the secretion of drool in the resting state. It is often the result of open-mouth posture from sleeping on one's side. In the resting state, saliva may not build at the back of the throat, triggering the normal swallow reflex, thus allowing for the condition. It may be more common when resting soon after meals.

Ask Dr. Porter: What are the consequences of delaying treatment?

There are many dangers of delaying dental treatment. If someone came into our office with a small cavity that needed to be filled but delayed that filling until their next cleaning or even longer than that, they may risk that filling becoming something more extensive and more expensive. Some people have even lost their tooth in certain circumstances because they waited just a little too long.

It’s always best to get things taken care of as soon as possible but we do understand that finances can be a factor in deciding when to do that treatment. At our office we offer in-office payment plans as well as outside no interest financing plans to help our patients get the funds they need, when they need it. Please contact our office for more information!

Dr. Edwin Porter, staying on the cutting edge of dental technology

Recently, our team at Edwin S. Porter DDS were asked, "How do you stay so up-to-date on new dental technology?" And here is our answer:

Dr. Porter stays up to date dentally by reading various peer-reviewed journals and attending study club meetings that are held locally. He also attends meetings across the country involving The Pankey Institute, The Dawson Academy, Frank Spears and regarding different topics including implants, removable and restorative dentistry and many other cutting-edge dental techniques.

Ask Dr. Edwin Porter: Why is it so important to have straight teeth?

Some people wonder why Dr. Edwin Porter works tirelessly to give his patients perfect teeth. Of course it’s nice to have a smile full of evenly aligned teeth, but did you know that straightening your teeth can keep them healthier? Straight teeth lead to better oral hygiene, increasing your chances of keeping your own natural teeth for a lifetime!

Straight teeth are less prone to decay, Dr. Porter says, because they collect less plaque—the sticky colorless substance that forms on our teeth and leads to tooth decay; and they are easier to keep clean!

If you’re wondering whether your teeth might cause problems because they are out of alignment, or are just imperfect, please give us a call - Dr. Porter can help you decide whether or not you will benefit from treatment.