At Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry, we believe that your mouth is part of a much bigger picture, and that picture includes your immune system, your heart, your sleep, and even your ability to manage chronic conditions. That’s why we go beyond caring for your teeth. We’re focused on long-term health and how your oral wellness… (Read More)
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When you need a dental crown, the last thing you want is multiple appointments, messy impressions, or wearing a temporary crown that might fall off. At Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry in Bolivia and Oak Island, we offer a better way: CEREC same-day crowns, a fast, precise, and comfortable solution designed with your schedule in mind…. (Read More)
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A sudden toothache or dental injury can stop everything. Whether you’re dealing with a cracked molar, a knocked-out tooth, or persistent swelling, dental emergencies are unpredictable and often painful. When something feels urgent, you don’t want to wait days for care or drive hours to get it. You want help from a local emergency dentist… (Read More)
Continue Reading »If you’ve been considering straightening your smile but don’t want to go through the lengthy process of traditional braces, Six Month Smiles® may be a great solution. If a big life event such as a wedding, prom, or reunion is coming up and you need a quick fix to boost your confidence, consulting your local… (Read More)
Continue Reading »In a word: Ab-so-lute-ly! Pretend those hyphens are the “clapping hands” emoji because we want to emphasize how important it is to get up close and personal with your mouth in the interest of oral cancer detection. Currently, oral cancer kills one person in the United States per hour. The reason it’s so deadly is… (Read More)
Continue Reading »No one wants to think about the words “abscessed tooth” applying to their mouth but to paraphrase Sun Tzu, it’s a good idea to know your enemy. Causes of an abscessed tooth include: Tooth decay Gum disease A cracked tooth When a tooth is compromised by one or more of these conditions, bacteria may enter… (Read More)
Continue Reading »In the United States, someone dies every hour because of oral or oropharyngeal cancer (cancer of the mouth and upper throat). Nearly 52,000 people will be newly diagnosed this year, and of those 52,000 4 out of 10 won’t survive over five years. Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry in Bolivia & Oak Island wants patients to… (Read More)
Continue Reading »Teeth whitening is one of the most popular cosmetic dental procedures we do. We get many questions from patients about types of teeth whitening, the pros and cons of each, and if there are any side effects. Today we are tackling a few common questions! If you’d like to know if you’re a good candidate… (Read More)
Continue Reading »According to the American College of Prosthodontists 36 million Americans are edentulous (have no teeth) 120 million are missing at least one tooth and of the edentulous population, 15% have dentures made each year. To keep up with the number of people missing one, some, or all of their teeth the dental community has innovated… (Read More)
Continue Reading »The Americans with Disabilities Act defines disability as a “physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities.” (Specific examples of major life activities addressed by the ADA include functions such as caring for one’s self, performing manual tasks, walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, breathing, and learning.) Disabilities may be congenital (present… (Read More)
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