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Why Do Dentists Poke at Your Gums and Say Numbers?
added on: December 16, 2023

Have you ever wondered why, during a dental checkup, your Fayetteville dentist pokes your gums and starts calling out seemingly random numbers to their assistant? It might feel like a secret code or a mysterious ritual, but fear not – there’s a method to this madness, and it’s all about… Read More…


Maintaining Oral Health in Your Golden Years
added on: November 28, 2023

As we journey through life, our bodies change, and our oral health is no exception. Seniors in particular face unique challenges when it comes to dental care. This is why it is crucial to see your dentist in Fayetteville ideally twice a year, as gum disease and cavities tend to become… Read More…


How to Prevent Gum Disease
added on: June 23, 2023
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Gum disease is a serious oral health issue that affects millions of people worldwide. It’s a bacterial infection that can lead to tooth loss if left untreated. Fortunately, it is preventable with good oral hygiene, regular dental checkups with your dentist in Fayetteville, and other preventative measures.  Causes of Gum… Read More…


How Can You Tell If Someone Has Gum Disease?
added on: November 27, 2022
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Gum disease is one of the many oral health conditions that can affect other parts of the body. It’s a potentially serious infection that can lead to anything from tooth loss to cardiovascular diseases. Gum disease can’t be reversed by your dentist in Fayetteville in its more advanced stages, so it’s… Read More…


Gum Disease Can Lead to Colon Cancer
added on: March 31, 2022
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Gum disease is one of the most common dental problems your dentist in Fayetteville sees every day. In fact, the CDC reports that nearly 50% of adults over the age of 30 have some form of gum disease. While gum disease can certainly cause some unwanted side effects in patients’… Read More…


COVID-19 & Cracked Teeth
added on: February 15, 2021
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Over the past year, some dental offices have been reporting higher rates of cracked teeth than in years’ past. Take this dentist’s experience documented in the New York Times for example. So, is there some weird connection between COVID-19 and cracked teeth? Well, kind of. While cracked teeth are not… Read More…


Do Diabetics Need Additional Dental Care? 
added on: November 17, 2020
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Every time you visit your dentist in Fayetteville you will most likely review your health history and discuss any changes that may have happened since your last appointment. This is an important part of making sure you get the best dental care, but why? Your dentist needs to know what… Read More…


Can You Fix Receding Gums?
added on: July 21, 2020
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Have you ever wondered why your teeth are extra sensitive, especially when drinking something cold or even when you touch your teeth? There’s a chance that you may have receding gums. If left untreated, gum recession can cause even more sensitivity, an increase in tooth decay, and tooth loss. To… Read More…


Protect Your Heart, See Your Dentist in Fayetteville
added on: February 10, 2020
heart health month

Seeing your dentist in Fayetteville in order to protect your heart may seem like strange advice, but in fact, there is a strong connection between oral health and heart health. To help celebrate Heart Health Month this February, we’d like to educate our patients and neighbors on just how important… Read More…


The Great American Smokeout & Your Oral Health
added on: November 21, 2019
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Every November, the American Cancer Society sponsors the Great American Smokeout to encourage smokers to quit. As we all know, smoking can lead to serious health problems such as cancer, heart disease, and lung disease. Your dentist in Fayetteville also wants you to know that smoking can have a negative… Read More…


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