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Posted October 17, 2023 / Blog, Dental Health
The Doctors of CCFD

Why Are My Child’s Teeth Bumpy?

What are mamelons teeth? If you’re a new parent, whether your babe’s teeth are just emerging or they’re starting to fall out, you might wonder, “What are those bumps on their front teeth?”  Mamelons teeth appear in the front of the mouth (the incisors) both on top and bottom and are characterized by bumpy ridges…. (Read More)

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Posted September 27, 2023 / Blog, Patient Care
The Doctors of CCFD

Can Children Have Gum Disease?

The smallest smiles in your family are as vulnerable to oral health issues as you are—likely even more so! Your oral hygiene regimen may already be thorough enough to keep your teeth free from cavities and your gums safe from gingivitis, but young ones typically need help brushing and flossing for years before their skills match… (Read More)

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Posted September 15, 2023 / Blog, Dental Technology, Patient Care
The Doctors of CCFD

Why Do Kids Need Space Maintainers?

If your child loses a tooth too soon or needs a baby tooth extracted due to decay, The Doctors at Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry may recommend space maintainers to support their dental health. Space maintainers are custom-made acrylic or metal dental appliances that can either be removable or cemented into the mouth. Their purpose is to… (Read More)

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Posted August 27, 2023 / Blog, Dental Health, Patient Care
The Doctors of CCFD

Oral Hygiene for Families on the Go

Today’s families seem to be busier than they were in the past—lots of homework, extracurricular activities, and hopefully, some quality time spent with the family. Here are a few ideas from the Doctors at Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry to make consistent oral hygiene a little more convenient: Brushing teeth in the shower: As hard as it… (Read More)

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Posted August 22, 2023 / Blog, Patient Care
The Doctors of CCFD

Pacifier Pros & Cons

To binky or not to binky? Pacifier use for infants has been a subject of debate as long as they’ve been around. The doctors of Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry share some pros and cons below. Pros Pacifiers can soothe a fussy baby. Whether your child has a strong sucking reflex or has difficulty falling asleep,… (Read More)

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Posted July 14, 2023 / Blog, Dental Technology
The Doctors of CCFD

Cone Beam-What? Translation: Better Dental Experiences

Your trusted Oak Island & Bolivia dentists at Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry are passionate about finding ways to improve the patient experience and achieve lasting results when it comes to the health and appearance of your smile. This requires continuous learning and investing in the types of advanced technologies that will stand the test of time—because… (Read More)

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Posted May 27, 2023 / Blog, Dental Health
The Doctors of CCFD

Buds for Life: Your Tongue & Taste

Full disclosure before your Bolivia & Oak Island dental team at Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry starts dropping knowledge on the muscles in your mouth that are partially to thank (or blame) for the foods you love: we’re hungry as we write this and are envisioning pizza; yummy, savory pizza with cheese that stretches when you… (Read More)

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