Category: Patient care

Dental cleanings are a crucial part of maintaining a healthy smile. From preventing gum disease to brightening teeth, professional dental…

Have you ever dreamt of a dental restoration that's as strong as it is beautiful and completed in a single…

Gone are the days when chipped teeth or unsightly cavities meant having dark, metal patches in your smile. Central Avenue…

You have probably heard of diabetes, but did you know that it affects more than seven million people and they…

Most Charlotte folks have had some exposure to the concept of wisdom teeth. Perhaps you have had yours removed, are…

Saliva. Just the word can conjure an array of images in your imagination. From salivating at a delicious meal to…

Although you may think of general health and dental health as two completely unrelated categories, they are much more connected…

Most of us in Charlotte have experienced a toothache. At their mildest, toothaches may cause just enough discomfort to get…

Headaches in Charlotte are a dime a dozen. We all know the frustration of having your day interrupted by throbbing,…

Did you know the same plaque that decays your teeth can cause major heart problems? What if you could fight…

Almost everyone wants to have a gleaming, pearly white smile. Many of our patients come in asking about teeth whitening…

If you’re reading this you have already made it through teething, but the same cannot be said for a newborn.…

First things first, put your worries away! We are not about to tell you that your coffee drinking days are…

There is a good chance you have heard our dentist at Central Avenue Dental mention the term ‘bruxism’ and discuss…

As a parent, you will have numerous opportunities to teach your children valuable skills and each one will yield priceless…

Why Are My Teeth Sensitive? There are a ton of specialized toothpastes, mouthwashes, and toothbrushes available to Charlotte residents suffering…

You did it! You got the consultation, booked the appointment, and you actually showed up on the big day. You…

Your smile is more powerful than you may know. Scientists have studied many aspects of smiling, such as how it…

If you’ve visited our blog before, you know that we love to talk about tooth decay. The chances are, everyone…

We all remember losing our teeth as children and being delighted to find money from the tooth fairy under our…

We’re no strangers to extreme temperatures and dry weather in Charlotte, and our lips are proof. Most of us experience…

Central Avenue Dental would like to take this opportunity to talk about oral cancer, the lives that are lost to…

Although we provide every patient with an oral cancer screening at every regular check-up, it is best to conduct self-exams…

Let’s be honest. If you are like most people in Charlotte, you’ve probably put off going to the dentist at…

It makes sense that everything you put in your mouth will have an effect on your teeth and overall oral…

Don’t Be Afraid Of The Dentist! We at Central Avenue Dental know that some Charlotte folks avoid the dentist’s chair…

Cracked tooth syndrome (CTS), also known as cracked cusp syndrome or split tooth syndrome, is a painful condition that results…

There are many situations for which your dentist may recommend you get a dental crown on one or multiple of…

Now that you have had your CEREC (Chairside Economical Restorations of Esthetic Ceramics) crown placed, you may be wondering what to expect…

When you’re suddenly struck with a toothache, floating ideas of home remedies may quickly come to mind. Whether you heard…

If you’re a new mom or about to be one, you’re likely already used to putting your needs second to…

Good News For Grown-Ups “Adulting” can be hard. Between rent, bills, kids, a career, and other responsibilities, it can be…

We’ve all got our reasons. Money. Time. The fear of pain. Juggling insurance. Facing one more reminder that we really…