Sometimes Cary residents research their mechanic or hairdresser more thoroughly than their dental professional. Shouldn’t your oral health be far more important? At Cary Family Dental, we love to answer questions about all facets of dentistry. What Training and Experience Do You Have? You may have questions about a dentist’s training and experience. Dr. Acton has […]
General Dentistry
Implants vs. Bridges: Know The Facts
Hello Cary visitors, welcome to Cary Family Dental. Let’s talk about a traditional tooth replacement option common in Raleigh: dental bridges. While dental bridges have restored smiles for generations of people, they are not without drawbacks. Many people with dental bridges find it impossible to keep the small areas around and under the bridge clean. […]
Patient Education Improves Dental Outcomes
At Cary Family Dental, we pride ourselves on giving patients the oral health education they need for a healthy smile. We know that optimal dental health depends on good habits, so we want you to have all the information you need to practice those habits. We make sure our patients understand all the details of […]
What If My Dental Insurance Doesn’t Cover Implants?
For years, the dental industry has been advocating implants as the preferable tooth restoration option in most circumstances. But many dental insurance companies don’t cover tooth implants. The dental insurance industry seems to be stuck in 1970. For example, many insurers will cover dental bridges. Clearly, dental insurance companies rarely make coverage decisions based on […]
Patient-Centered Dental Care
At Cary Family Dental, we are devoted to providing patient-focused dental care of the highest standard. We are here to help you. You could be our next success story! What is patient-focused care? A check-up with no cavities? A remarkable smile? A crown that looks as natural as the surrounding teeth? It could mean all […]
Why a Water Flosser Might be a Good Idea
Water flossers have been around for more than fifty years, and there have been at least that many studies on their effectiveness. At Cary Family Dental, we’re using this space to present what is known about water flossers, and whether they’re better than ordinary string floss in preventing tooth decay, gum disease, and other issues. […]
Cary Family Dental Team Member Overcomes Fear of Dentist After 25 Years
Hi. My name is Linda and I’m one of the patient care coordinators at Cary Family Dental. I’ve worked in the dental industry for over 25 years, so it may come as a surprise when I tell you that I was terrified of the dentist! For real, terrified! Why I Hate The Dentist Years ago, […]
Hiccups In Your Dental Routine
Posted In: Dental health, General Dentistry
The most common times people brush their teeth are morning and night, either before or after breakfast, after dinner, or at bedtime. But sometimes hiccups in the schedule can knock you off a well-established routine. At Cary Family Dental, we have some thoughts on that. Sometimes after dinner isn’t super cut and dried. An irregular […]
How Often Do You Need to See the Dentist?
Posted In: Dental health, General Dentistry
How long has it been since your last cleaning from a dental hygienist? You don’t have to answer that. At Cary Family Dental, we provide our patients with cleanings and checkups to ensure they have healthy teeth and great smiles. We are devoted to giving each patient personalized care in our state-of-the-art office. Maintaining your […]
A Dentist’s Indispensable Tool: The X-ray
Providing premium dental care is much easier for us at Cary Family Dental when we have comprehensive information about the dental health of our patients. Pictures are more accurate than written notes. To go a step further: pictures that show what’s going on below the visible surface of your teeth are worth even more than […]
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