Toothbrush too close to the TOILET?

Just a fun tip to prevent any ickiness on your toothbrush! Dentists have recommended that a toothbrush be kept at least six feet away from a toilet to avoid airborne particles resulting from the flush. Keep your brush away from the flush!
We also can supply a toothbrush cover at your next visit for some extra protection for free! 704*544*5330

Are Sealants Right For My Child? YES!!

The most important reason for getting sealants is to avoid tooth decay. Fluoride in toothpaste and in drinking water protects the smooth surfaces of teeth but back teeth need extra protection. Sealants cover the chewing surfaces of the back teeth and keep out germs and food. Having sealants put on teeth before they decay will also save time and money in the long run by avoiding fillings, crowns, or caps used to fix decayed teeth. Help your child prepare for a healthy mouth by getting their cleaning and check-up to determine if they needs sealants! 704-544-5330

Gum is Good For You??!!

Chewing sugar-free gum after a meal stimulates the production of saliva, which helps to neutralize plaque acid. Some chewing gums contain a sugar-free sweetener called xylitol, which may help to reduce decay. Keep gum handy for after meals when you don't have a toothbrush around!

Get your Child in for a Check-up and Cleaning Before School Starts!!

Start this school year with a healthy, beautiful smile - just in time for school pictures. The final days of summer are perfect times for back-to-school dental check-ups. It's back-to-school soon for our children in Charlotte, and it's time to focus on ways to brighten students’ smiles for learning success and adorable school pictures. As the school bell is set to ring and with one in four children having undiagnosed tooth decay, now is the time to give students a solid foundation for their future dental health. Proper oral hygiene is a great way to start the school year off on the right foot. A complete and comprehensive dental exam and cleaning can spell greater success in the classroom! Call us to set up an appointment for your child or yourself today! 704-544-5330

What Movie and TV Shows do YOU want to see when you're in our Office Next?

As I’m sitting here thinking about movies, tv shows, and podcasts to load onto our new 3-D personal movie viewing glasses, I’m drawing a blank! We would like to know what our patients want to see when they are here! E-mail our office with any suggestions that you’d like us to have ready for you at your next visit! What are your guilty pleasure tv shows?! I’ll list ours…
Dr Porter loves American Idol, Samantha enjoys Toddlers & Tiaras, and Katie and Wanda like The Biggest Loser. Shhh! Don’t tell our little secrets!

Comforts of Home at our Dental Office!

At our office we provide the comforts of home while receiving the best dental care in Charlotte. Soft leather chairs surround you in each of our operatories, blankets are provided to snuggle up with, and we just added 80 inch personal movie viewing glasses so that you may watch your favorite TV show or movie while you are having dental work done. We have a coffee and hot tea bar for you to partake in a nice beverage after your appointment and also a spa-like bathroom/powder room that you may ready yourself for the rest of your day in. We also offer Spa dental cleanings when you ever feel the need to be pampered. Just remember to request this service so that we may have everything set up for you! E-mail our office if you have any suggestions you’d like to see at our office or if you’d like to experience the new feel of dentistry in Charlotte! Office@DentistryinCharlotte.com

How Does Bleaching Work?

The bleaching gel is usually made up of hydrogen or carbamide peroxide that breaks down into small oxygen molecules. These molecules go into the tiny pores of the enamel and dentin, and break up the stains that block out the light. As the stains are broken into smaller and smaller pieces, more light passes through the teeth and makes them look lighter. Stains that are accumulated over time that are yellow to slightly brown produce the best results when whitening. We do both in-office power whitening and custom take home trays at our office. You can have a choice of seeing an instant difference or a more gradual difference in the appearance of your teeth. Call us today to see what would work best for you smile! 704-544-5330

Summer Special $350 for Power Whitening and a great suprise to go along with it!