Category: Oral Health

Does Vaping Stain Teeth? Relationship Between Vaping & Oral Health

April 30, 2024

Vaping with electronic cigarettes has become a popular alternative to traditional cigarettes in recent years. However, many people are concerned about the potential effects of vaping and e-cigarettes on their oral health, particularly regarding stains on their teeth.  At Park Crossing Dentistry, we provide comprehensive dental care and educate our patients on the impact of […]

Home Remedies for Cleaning Teeth and Gums

March 25, 2024

At Park Crossing Dentistry in Charlotte, NC, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive dental care personalized to our patients’ needs. We offer a range of services to promote optimal oral health, including advanced teeth cleaning and gum care treatments.  As advocates for preventive dentistry, we believe in empowering our patients with the knowledge and tools […]

How to Choose a Good Dentist

January 4, 2024

Did you know that over 15.3% of people worldwide suffer from dental anxiety? In many cases, this fear – clinically called Dentophobia – stems from not knowing how to find a dentist who truly understands their needs. For many people, when they sit in a dental chair, they feel more like a number than a […]

Flossing

August 2, 2022

What is flossing? Flossing is a method for removing bacteria and other debris that cannot be reached by a toothbrush. It generally entails a very thin piece of synthetic cord you insert and move up and down between the sides of two adjoining teeth. Why is flossing important? Many dentists believe that flossing is the […]

Fluoride Facts

For decades, fluoride has been held in high regard by the dental community as an important mineral that is absorbed into and strengthens tooth enamel, thereby helping to prevent decay of tooth structures. In nearly every U.S. community, public drinking supplies are supplemented with sodium fluoride because the practice is acknowledged as safe and effective […]

Latex Allergy

Naturally occurring latex has been linked in recent years to allergic reactions in people who use such products as latex gloves. The proteins in the latex, which can also become airborne, can cause problems in vulnerable people such as breathing problems and contact dermatitis. Some allergic reactions, including anaphylactic shock, have been more severe. Many […]

Medication and Heart Disease

Certain kinds of medications can have an adverse effect on your teeth. Long ago, children exposed to tetracycline developed tooth problems, including discoloration, later in life. The medication fell out of use, however, and is not an issue today. The best precaution is to ask your family physician if any medications he or she has […]

Medications

Some dental procedures, such as tooth extractions and oral surgery, may call for our office to prescribe medications before or after a procedure. These medications are used to prevent or fight an infection, or to relieve any post-operative discomfort and pain. For these reasons, it is extremely important that you share your entire medical history […]

Tobacco And Oral Health

Dentistry health care that works: tobacco The American Dental Association has long been a leader in the battle against tobacco-related disease, working to educate the public about the dangers inherent in tobacco use and encouraging dentists to help their patients break the cycle of addiction. The Association has continually strengthened and updated its tobacco policies […]