SeaSide Dentistry, in Cedar Point NC, is pleased to offer a full range of dental care services and dental treatments including: children's, cosmetic, family, general, implant, preventive, restorative and sedation dentistry.
Who isn't on the quest to acquire the perfect set of teeth?
We stress the importance of children learning how to care for their teeth at an early age. We do so in an environment that is comfortable and fun for them and make sure they understand that caring for their teeth is important for good health.
Dentists complete 122 million composite tooth restorations in the United States each year, according to Oregon State University (OSU). But the average lifetime of posterior dental composites is only 6 years. Bioactive glass may improve their durability and provide some of the minerals that have been lost to tooth decay.
It is possible to avoid gum surgery and other health problems by having gum infection treated when the problem first starts. Nonsurgical methods are easier than having surgery, which may be your only option if the infection is severe. Together with better daily dental care at home, nonsurgical methods will halt the problem. Both methods are usually provided for by dental insurance plans.
We use only composite resin filling materials that contain no metals. For years, the silver-mercury amalgam has been the most common substance used. As metal does not bond well to a tooth's surface, eventually the fillings loosen and allow decay to set in. The biggest objection patients have to metal fillings is their appearance of a noticeable dark patch in their teeth. The filling materials we use are made to match the shade of a tooth to make it undetectable and to create a pleasing smile. These also bond very tightly to a tooth's structure, reducing the chance of a cavity developing. They are long lasting and add strength to the tooth's structure for full functionality.
Expectant mothers may not know that what they eat affects the tooth development of the fetus. Poor nutrition during pregnancy may make the unborn child more likely to have tooth decay later in life. “Between the ages of 14 weeks to four months, deficiencies in calcium, vitamin D, vitamin A, protein and calories could result in oral defects,” says Carole Palmer, EdD, RD, professor at TUSDM and head of the division of nutrition and oral health promotion in the department of public health and community service. Some data also suggest that lack of adequate vitamin B6 or B12 could be a risk factor for cleft lip and cleft palate formation.
When it comes to personal oral hygiene, not all men are as attentive to their teeth as women. Starting with the checkup, surveys suggests men are more likely to see a dentist only in the event of a problem. So, guys, learn how to step up your oral care routine with the following tips for maintaining a healthy smile and preventing oral health problems before they start.
Whatever the reason for losing a tooth, missing just one tooth can have an effect on your facial appearance and speech as well as your ability to chew and absorb the most nutrients from your food. Chewing properly helps in the digestive process, and having missing teeth does not allow you to chew your food as you should. Multiple missing teeth may cause you to choose softer, possibly less nutritious foods, which can result in unwanted weight gain.
Your dental health is an important part of your overall wellness, and the New Year is a great time to create resolutions for improving your health. Many people have dental health resolutions that range from improving their toothbrushing habits to completing delayed dental treatment. Understanding the benefits of your particular resolutions can be motivating and rewarding. Whatever your goals might be, it is important to take small steps to achieve them. Consistency is key with any resolution that you make.
After a treatment is completed, numbness in the mouth and lips often continues for 3 to 5 hours. Difficulties when talking or eating occur that some patients would like to be rid of as soon as they are out of the dental chair. With OraVerse™, we can reverse the "fat lip" feeling in about 15 minutes. This amazing product lets you return to normal without having to endure the uncomfortable feeling of numbness.
We highly recommend recapturing a complete smile with placement of dental implants. No matter where the gaps are located or how many teeth you have missing, these implants will provide full chewing capabilities and look just like real teeth. They come up through the gums, instead of sitting on top of them, which give them a very realistic appearance. It is as if you grew new teeth!
There's nothing like jamming a waxed piece of string between your tightest molars and sliding it back and forth. And who doesn't do that once a day, just as the dentist prescribes?
Taking care of your pearly whites isn't rocket science, but it's easy to slip into habits that could cause heartache -- er, toothache -- in the long run. We got the latest on giving your teeth the TLC they need from two New York City pros: Alice Lee, DDS, an assistant professor in the Department of Dentistry for Montefiore Health System, and Alison Newgard, DDS, an assistant professor of clinical dentistry at Columbia University College of Dentistry, will clue you in on where you could be going wrong.
Gum disease, not decay, is the most frequent reason for missing teeth. Signs of infected gums are loose teeth and bleeding gums while flossing or brushing. Sometimes there are no significant signs until the problem is severely advanced. When treatment begins in the earlier stages, this problem can be halted by nonsurgical means. If you wait too long, surgery may be the only option.
It's time for Americans to get over their fear of the dentist. According to new data published from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Center for Health Statistics, more than 25% of U.S. adults aged 20 to 64 have untreated tooth decay. Additionally, 1 in 5 adults aged 65 and older may have it as well.
The jaw actually plays a role in your athletic performance. When it is properly aligned, it gives you additional power and strength. We proudly present the UnderArmour ArmourBite™ Mouthguard to our athletes to enhance their capabilities and endurance. This mouthguard has over 40 years of research in its design. It incorporates neuromuscular dentistry to provide better endurance, strength, and balance that gives you the extra edge in performance. Let us put ArmourBite on your team for improvement in your athletic feats.
Porcelain veneers can correct the unsightliness of gaps or misshapen or discolored teeth to give you a smile that looks like you had years of straightening. It can take as few as two visits to achieve your new look.
Halloween is just around the corner, and although candy consumption is almost unavoidable this time of year, the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) wants parents and children to know that there are both good and bad candy options, both of which may find their way into children's trick-or-treat bags this fall. 
Your child's first visit to the dentist should happen before his or her first birthday. The general rule is six months after eruption of the first tooth. Taking your child to the dentist at a young age is the best way to prevent problems such as tooth decay, and can help parents learn how to clean their child's teeth and identify his or her fluoride needs. After all, decay can occur as soon as teeth appear. Bringing your child to the dentist early often leads to a lifetime of good oral care habits and acclimates your child to the dental office, thereby reducing anxiety and fear, which will make for plenty of stress-free visits in the future. 
If you have been previously diagnosed with sleep apnea and have been given a CPAP device to remedy the problem, perhaps you have become frustrated with this solution. Although the CPAP takes care of the intermittent breathing problem while sleeping, wearing a bulky mask at night is very uncomfortable for many people.