Friday 28 August 2015

Post-Treatment Care & Tooth Extractions

Learn more about what the American Dental Association has to say about post-treatment care for tooth extractions.


The above video is found on the American Dental Association YouTube Channel.

SeaSide Dentistry 
Donna M. Gentry, DDS 
1165 Cedar Point Blvd, Suite P 
Cedar Point, NC 28584 
(252) 764-2784 
SeaSideDentistryNC.com

Thursday 27 August 2015

Diabetes and Your Mouth # 5: Brush Daily, Brush Right

Brushing your teeth twice a day not only keeps your breath sweet, but also helps rid the mouth of bacteria that makes up plaque and can lead to oral infections. To brush properly, point bristles at a 45-degree angle against the gums. Use gentle back-and-forth strokes all over your teeth -- in front, in back, and on chewing surfaces -- for two minutes. If holding a toothbrush is hard for you, try an electric toothbrush. Also brush your gums and tongue.

The above article is from: WebMD.com

SeaSide Dentistry 
Donna M. Gentry, DDS 
1165 Cedar Point Blvd, Suite P 
Cedar Point, NC 28584 
(252) 764-2784 
SeaSideDentistryNC.com

Tuesday 25 August 2015

Dental Sealants

Dental Sealants Make Healthy Teeth Easier

Even meticulous brushing can miss hard-to-reach areas in the back of the mouth. As plaque begins to form, decay will follow. Fortunately, there is a preventive treatment that can help keep this from happening. One application of a dental sealant is quick, easy, and very effective in the fight against decay.
This is the whole procedure: Once the teeth have been cleaned and sterilized, Dr. Gentry applies a thin coating of the sealant to the biting surfaces of the back teeth. It is clear or white and therefore invisible. With a curing light, the coating is bonded to the surface of the teeth. And that is the entire procedure that takes just minutes!
It has been proven to be very effective for both adolescents and children in the fight against decay and helping them to keep their natural teeth for a lifetime.

SeaSide Dentistry 
Donna M. Gentry, DDS 
1165 Cedar Point Blvd, Suite P 
Cedar Point, NC 28584 
(252) 764-2784 
SeaSideDentistryNC.com

Friday 21 August 2015

Dental Tourism

Learn more about what the American Dental Association has to say about the risks and additional costs associated with dental tourism.


The above video is found on the American Dental Association YouTube Channel.

SeaSide Dentistry 
Donna M. Gentry, DDS 
1165 Cedar Point Blvd, Suite P 
Cedar Point, NC 28584 
(252) 764-2784 
SeaSideDentistryNC.com

Thursday 20 August 2015

Diabetes and Your Mouth # 4 : Keep Plaque at Bay

Sticky plaque -- food, saliva, and bacteria -- starts to form on your teeth after you eat, releasing acids that attack tooth enamel. Untreated plaque turns into tartar, which builds under gum lines and is hard to remove with flossing. The longer it stays on your teeth, the more harmful it is. Bacteria in plaque causes inflammation and leads to gum disease. Having high blood sugar often makes gum disease worse.

The above article is from: WebMD.com

SeaSide Dentistry 
Donna M. Gentry, DDS 
1165 Cedar Point Blvd, Suite P 
Cedar Point, NC 28584 
(252) 764-2784 
SeaSideDentistryNC.com

Tuesday 18 August 2015

Dental Digital X-rays

Less Radiation and No Waiting Time

Digital technology provides an immediate X-ray that eliminates the waiting time of the traditional X-ray method by simply inserting a digital sensor in your mouth that sends the images directly to our computer. We also have the ability to take a panoramic image of your teeth and jaw structures in one shot. Digital means 75% less radiation exposure, and as no images need to be developed, there are no chemicals used that are harmful to the environment.

SeaSide Dentistry 
Donna M. Gentry, DDS 
1165 Cedar Point Blvd, Suite P 
Cedar Point, NC 28584 
(252) 764-2784 
SeaSideDentistryNC.com

Friday 14 August 2015

Teeth Grinding (also known as Bruxism)

Learn more about what the American Dental Association has to say about teeth grinding also known as bruxism.


The above video is found on the American Dental Association YouTube Channel.

SeaSide Dentistry 
Donna M. Gentry, DDS 
1165 Cedar Point Blvd, Suite P 
Cedar Point, NC 28584 
(252) 764-2784 
SeaSideDentistryNC.com

Tuesday 11 August 2015

Dental Orthodontics

Orthodontics that Are Invisible

Dr. Gentry is very pleased to offer her patients Invisalign™ orthodontics that correct all the problems of a crooked or uneven smile that traditional braces do. There are no wires, braces, or headgear to wear! This system provides removable appliances, similar to whitening trays, that will straighten your teeth in only 9 – 15 months. Because you can take them out for proper cleaning of your teeth, you can eat and drink whatever you like while in active treatment. No one will ever know you are straightening your teeth with this amazing, "invisible" system.

SeaSide Dentistry 
Donna M. Gentry, DDS 
1165 Cedar Point Blvd, Suite P 
Cedar Point, NC 28584 
(252) 764-2784 
SeaSideDentistryNC.com

Monday 3 August 2015

Diabetes and Your Mouth # 3: See Your Dentist Regularly

People with diabetes are prone to oral infections. You should get dental checkups at least twice a year. Let your dentist know you have diabetes and what medicines you take. Regular checkups and professional cleanings can help keep a mouth healthy. And a dentist can teach you the best ways to care for your teeth and gums at home.

The above article is from: WebMD.com

SeaSide Dentistry 
Donna M. Gentry, DDS 
1165 Cedar Point Blvd, Suite P 
Cedar Point, NC 28584 
(252) 764-2784 
SeaSideDentistryNC.com