Posts Tagged ‘dentist Concord NC’
If I use fluoride toothpaste and the water in my area is fluoridated, do I still need additional fluoride?
Cities have been adjusting the fluoride levels in water since 1964. Since that time, fluoridation has dramatically improved the oral health of tens of millions of Americans. Community water fluoridation is the single most effective public health measure to prevent tooth decay, but you may not be drinking as much fluoridated water as you may…
Read MoreSpring is here! Do we have your current contact info?
Spring is in the air! As you probably know, you can always connect with us on our Facebook page, but we invite you to please contact our office with any updates to phone numbers and addresses, so that we may be able to reach you. We also encourage you to call us and let us…
Read MoreApril is Oral Cancer Awareness Month
Visiting our office regularly will not only help keep your teeth and mouth healthy, but will also help keep the rest of your body healthy. The fact is, every hour of every day in the U.S., someone dies of oral cancer, which is the sixth-most common diagnosed form of the disease. The five-year survival rate…
Read MoreThe Scoop on Dental X-rays
Dental X-rays are an essential and invaluable tool to help assist us in evaluating your oral health. With X-rays, we can see what’s happening beneath the surface of your teeth and gums and identify oral health issues otherwise hidden during a visual exam, including: small areas of decay between the teeth or below existing restorations…
Read MoreThe Clear Benefits of Invisalign
Invisalign clear aligners can be a great option for improving the look of your smile. At Dr. Hill’s office, we have lots of experience using this technology to give our patients the straight, beautiful smile they’ve always wanted. Plus, because it’s so convenient, Invisalign won’t interfere with your daily life. Invisalign aligners are clear, discrete…
Read MorePresidents’ Day Fun Facts!
Monday, Feb. 20 marks Presidents Day, a day known for celebrating of both George Washington’s and Abraham Lincoln’s combined birthdays. Presidents Day was created in 1971, when President Richard Nixon combined the birthdays of two of our most well-known presidents into one single federal holiday. Presidents’ Day also marks a hard-earned day off from work…
Read MoreValentine’s Day and your teeth, from Dr. Hill
With Valentine’s Day almost here, and all that candy making its rounds this week, it’s once again time to remind all our patients to be extra careful when choosing those candies and treats! All those sweet, sour and sticky candies may taste great, but these treats are known to damage teeth, as well as braces…
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