Hi, I’m Dr. Allan Acton of Cary Family Dental. Today’s post focuses on an article that appeared recently on ScienceDaily.com. The article describes a study of Brazilian ICU patients that compared infection rates of those who received enhanced oral care instead of routine oral care. The patients who received the more intense dental care were […]
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Find A Few Minutes To Floss
One common excuse often given by people who don’t floss is that the practice is difficult to fit into their daily schedule. If you’ve found this to be true, and feel like you are too busy to floss, here are some suggestions for when to fit this critical dental health habit into your day. The […]
The Future Of Tooth Decay In Cary
Dental patients in the Raleigh area may wonder what would happen if they didn’t seek quality dental care on a regular basis. The answer isn’t pretty. A common result of untreated cavities is abscessing. A tooth abscess is an infection near the root of the tooth or between the gum and the tooth. This collection […]
Dental Veneers: 7 Fast Fixes
Hi! Welcome to the Cary Family Dental dental blog where we take the time to answer dental questions. Today we are focusing on fabulous veneers, which are used extensively in cosmetic dentistry. Dental veneers (also called laminates) are custom made to permanently cover the front part of one or more teeth. Wafer-thin, super-strong veneers can […]
Treatment For Sensitive Teeth
For those men and women who feel pain when you sip your morning coffee or who cringe each time you brush or floss, Cary Family Dental is here for you. Dr. Allan Acton has been treating this common issue since 2003. The first line of defense against tooth sensitivity is proper oral hygiene. Incorrect brushing […]
How Often Should I Replace My Toothbrush?
As I stand over my sink and meditate the frayed bristles of my best-loved toothbrush, I wonder if I should replace it. It’s a good question. We all brush our teeth on a daily basis. Like a good pair of jeans, it seems the more we use a toothbrush, the more comfortable it gets. As […]
Is Malocclusion Causing Your Headache?
Do you suffer from persistent headaches? Have you tried medications, diet adjustments, and chiropractic treatment? Perhaps the cause is not stress-induced tension, food allergies, spine alignment, or eyestrain. Maybe the culprit is right under your nose. Bite misalignment or malocclusion is a fairly common condition yet commonly goes undetected. Nature intended the front teeth to […]
Bridging The Gap
Hello, Cary smiles! Do you have a missing tooth that is detracting from your otherwise nice teeth? Let Cary Family Dental fill the gap for you and help you get your remarkable smile back! A dental bridge could be the perfect solution for your missing tooth and help you chew and speak properly. A bridge […]
Lighten Up!
Hello! Today’s dental article is for people with stained teeth. Do you think your teeth are too stained for teeth whitening to have any effect? Think again. At Cary Family Dental in Cary, we are whitening smiles for patients with both intrinsic and extrinsic stains. Extrinsic stains are caused by dark colored foods and drinks, […]
Not All Smile Makeovers Are Created Equal
Hello Cary! Welcome to the Cary Family Dental dental blog. Let’s talk about smile makeovers. Some Cary patients wonder if the term is synonymous with general cosmetic dentistry. Is the placement of four veneers considered a smile makeover? Well, yes and no. If your smile is attractive and healthy except for some chips in your […]
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