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There are lots of ways to deal with missing or damaged teeth. You’ve probably heard one of us at Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry® talking about implants, dentures, bridges, and crowns, but have you ever wondered what they are and how they work? Dr. Wilharm, Dr. Harrington, Dr. Miller, Dr. Hohl, & Dr. Dobransky know that… (Read More)

It’s no secret that diabetes is a health condition that must be treated because of the problems it can cause throughout the body—including in your mouth.  Consider that nearly 26 million children and adults in the U.S. who, according to the American Diabetes Association, have diabetes. Bolivia & Oak Island dentists, Dr. Wilharm, Dr. Harrington,… (Read More)

Cracked tooth syndrome (CTS), also known as cracked cusp syndrome or split tooth syndrome, is a painful condition that results from a crack in one of your teeth. CTS can mean anything from a tiny hairline split in the crown to a fracture that goes all the way to the root. If you have a… (Read More)

It’s no secret that regular old braces carry a certain stigma. The brackets, wires, and small, colored bands are clunky and painful, and most people shudder at the thought of having to get them. However, the dentistry of today is very different and Dr. Wilharm, Dr. Harrington, Dr. Miller, Dr. Hohl, and Dr. Dobransky have… (Read More)

Keeping your teeth and gums healthy can be tricky, and Dr. Wilharm, Dr. Harrington, Dr. Miller, Dr. Hohl, and Dr. Dobransky want to help Bolivia residents get their mouths in tip-top shape. Here are five foods you can add to your healthy eating diet that can improve your dental health and may even help you… (Read More)

We’re no strangers to extreme temperatures and dry weather in Bolivia or Oak Island, and our lips are proof. Most of us experience chapped lips at some point during the year and it’s not uncommon to see lips that suffer from annoying, painful cracks. Here at Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry® we are very much attuned… (Read More)

If you have ever had a cold sore, you know how embarrassing they can be and how isolated they can make you feel. It should make you feel better to know that you are not alone: cold sores affect a whopping 8 out of 10 people. This may seem high, but even if you don’t… (Read More)

If you are looking for a dentist in Oak Island, you may have picked up on the fact that there are two types of dental degrees – DDS and DMD. Perhaps you’ve noticed that there are far more of one than the other, or maybe they are split 50/50. Either way, you’re probably wondering what… (Read More)

Traditionally, dentists have used what’s known as amalgam, or special metal alloys, to fill cavities. However, modern dental medicine has advanced to the point that Dr. Aaron Wilharm can offer Oak Island and Bolivia patients a much better option for filling holes caused by tooth decay: composite fillings. At Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry®, we would like… (Read More)

We at Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry® understand that dental insurance can be a tricky thing to navigate. Evaluating dental plans and considering deductibles, benefits, which treatments are covered, and the mountain of other information insurance companies provide can be a headache in and of itself. Dr. Wilharm, Dr. Harrington, Dr. Miller, and Dr. Hohl wants every… (Read More)