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Your First Visit
March 11, 2015
We love new patients and make special efforts to allow extra time for that first visit to our office. At your first visit, we will examine all your teeth and gums, and chart our findings. We listen to any concerns you have and work with you to resolve your concerns. We also will perform a […]
Read MoreLet It Snow
February 25, 2015
Is it spring yet? We are here cleaning, drilling and filling even in the snowy cold.
Read MoreMissing Teeth Solutions
February 17, 2015
Did you know that the average adult between the ages of 20 and 64 has three or more decayed or missing teeth? If you are missing one or more teeth, there are plenty of reasons to correct the problem. Missing teeth can be corrected with a removable appliance that looks very natural. It is called a partial denture. Other ways to replace a tooth can be a permanent bridge. A permanent bridge is cemented into place. Another way is to place a dental implant in the missing tooth area. The dental implant is a great long-term solution for a missing tooth.
Read MoreGiving Back
February 11, 2015
For the past 6 years, Park Crossing Dentistry has had the privilege of hosting students as part of Charlotte’s Give Kids a Smile Day! We have provided free dental services to under-served and under-privileged children. We were so happy to volunteer to help these kids. Hats off to our staff!
Read MoreWhat is Gum Disease?
December 16, 2014
Gum diseases (also known as periodontal diseases) are a group of diseases that affect the tissues that support and anchor the teeth. Left untreated, gum disease results in the destruction of the gums, alveolar bone (the part of the jaw where the teeth arise), and the outer layer of the tooth root. Most people do not […]
Read MorePayback Time – Dr. Bateman in the Chair
December 10, 2014
Dr Bateman tests our new one-hour bleaching. It’s always fun for us to get the boss in a dental chair! 🙂
Read MoreYour Wisdom Teeth
October 1, 2014
Wisdom teeth, also referred to as third molars, get their name by being the last teeth to come in during young adulthood. As part of a visit, your dentist give you an examination to determine if your wisdom teeth are healthy and properly positioned. Your dentist will need a panoramic x-ray to see the roots […]
Read MoreSterilization Process
August 13, 2014
Our office practices the highest standard of sterilization available in the market. Between all patient appointments, we sterilize every surface in the room, place every instrument through an autoclave machine (high pressure and heat sterilization process), and protect all surfaces for the safety for our patients.
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