Dental Health
Best Toothbrush for Sensitive Teeth
My teeth were m Take Care Of Your Sensitive Teeth At Friendly Dentistry, we are dedicated to providing our patients in Greensboro and the surrounding areas with the best possible dental care. We understand that dealing with sensitive teeth can be incredibly uncomfortable with the wrong brushes and floss, which is why we have put…
Read MoreDoes Getting a Dental Crown Hurt?
– Cindy You’ve been told you need to get a crown to cover one or more teeth, yet you’re apprehensive because you worry it will hurt. Your concerns about undergoing dental work are understandable. However, the good news is that getting a dental crown in Greensboro is one of the least painful dental procedures you…
Read MoreWhy Do My Teeth Hurt? Here Are Some Possible Reasons
– Cindy Have you ever gone to bite into your delicious dinner and suddenly find yourself dealing with a throbbing tooth pain? Well, you are not alone. According to the National Center of Biotechnology upwards of 88% of the population has reported some form of toothache. Though we can all relate to what it feels like to suffer…
Read MoreSedation Dentistry for Apprehensive Patients
When it comes to finding the right Greensboro dentist, quality of dental care is not the only determining factor on many people’s lists. Dental work comes in many forms, yet many patients that have issues convincing themselves to visit their dentist or dental hygienist can attribute it to one thing: fear. The horror stories surrounding dental…
Read MoreProfessional Teeth Cleaning
Professional teeth cleaning is a part of good oral health practices. The American Dental Association recommends professional teeth cleaning twice a year for people that have healthy teeth and gums. If you have the early stages of gum disease it may be required more often. Professional teeth cleaning is recommended to help improve oral health and to avoid gum…
Read MoreFinding the Best Toothbrush
Choosing the Best Toothbrush to Keep Your Mouth Healthy Good oral healthcare starts with having the right tools at home to care for your teeth. Your arsenal of tools starts with finding the best toothbrush to meet your needs. There is a wide range of options when it comes to toothbrushes. There are a few…
Read MoreWhat Causes Dry Mouth?
Remedies for Dry Mouth Cracked lips, mouth sores or a rough tongue, dry mouth is more than just feeling thirsty. Everyone suffers from a dry mouth every once in a while. However, when dry mouth, also called xerostomia, is persistent, it can cause serious dental, and overall health problems. Dry mouth occurs when the salivary…
Read MoreWhat Is Oral Cancer?
Is Oral Cancer Preventable? Learn How to Identify the Signs Today There are many different types of cancer, while non are fully preventable, there are steps you can take that will help to even the playing field against oral cancer. Oral cancer can be completely treatable, but the success of the treatment highly depends on…
Read MoreReceding Gums and Bleeding Gums
Receding Gums and Bleeding Gums It’s cause for concern when you experience the symptoms of receding gums, also known as gingival recession. Choosing to speak with a dentist about your receding gums could prevent long-term issues, such as gum disease-causing bacteria buildup and tooth and gum damage, that will cost a lot of money to repair, and a…
Read MoreSmokeless Tobacco: The Facts & The Effects on Your Teeth and Gums
The Facts & The Effects of Tobacco Most people are aware that smoking cigarettes can cause profound damage to your health and appearance, but few know that the effect that smokeless tobacco has on teeth and gums can be just as devastating. Tobacco use has a long history in North Carolina, and some people have dropped the…
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