Helpful Tips for Cleaning Teeth with Braces

open mouth with braces and a dental pick

Just like anything else involving your dental health, wearing braces is a long-term commitment. Those braces will be part of your life for the next six months to two years so proper teeth and braces care will be vital to the overall long-term health of your teeth and gums. Braces make brushing your teeth very…

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10 Things Your Dentist Wants You to Know

Dental Visit dentists

There are a few important things that your dentist at Friendly Dentistry in Greensboro NC wants you to know about what to do before going to the dentist. There are a few things that you can do in preparation that will make your next dental exam easier. Most people are already aware that they should brush and floss every…

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What Your NC Dentist Wants You To Know

NC dentist doing a check up

There are many anxieties that a person can deal with when they walk into the dentist. Will they have to take x-rays? Have I flossed frequently enough? What if my teeth look bad? However, there are some things that your NC dentist at Friendly Dentistry wants you to know. X-Rays and Radiation There are many…

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How to Make Brushing Teeth Fun For Kids

Make brushing teeth fun

Having your children brush their teeth is super important. Not only should they learn good oral hygiene when they are young, but keeping their teeth clean as children can really set the stage for their teeth later on in life. The only trouble is, they never want to do it because it isn’t very fun. Children want to do…

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The Effects of Alcohol on Your Teeth

Effects of Wine on Teeth

Drinking alcohol has many effects on your body, from impaired motor function and muscle relaxation in small doses to impaired vision and liver disease in extreme amounts.  Drinking alcohol can indirectly affect your teeth and gums as well, something you might want to think about before you pick up that next glass of wine.  Not…

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Tooth Replacement: Dental Implants Vs. Dental Bridges

Senior Tooth Replacement

So you’ve lost a tooth from an accident, collision, or lack of flossing. The reason for a lost tooth isn’t as important as what to do next.  For permanent tooth replacement options, you have two choices: either a dental implant or a dental bridge. Your Greensboro Dentist is here to give you more information about…

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