Could Allergies Be Causing Your Toothache? Exploring The Link With Surf City Dental
With allergy season in full swing, our Surf City Dental team often notices an uptick in patient concerns about painful, achy teeth this time of year. It’s common for allergies to lead to sinusitis, a swelling or inflammation of the nasal passages. And if you’re particularly sensitive to pollen or grass, North Carolina’s spring and…
Read MoreIdentifying Oral Cancer At Home With Surf City Dental
Each April, in congruence with Oral Cancer Awareness Month, the Surf City Dental team focuses on educating our patients in how to detect cancer of the mouth. Projected to affect approximately 54,000 Americans this year, the condition is often more common than people realize. However, with the right knowledge and a commitment to monthly screenings,…
Read MoreSurf City Dental Tips To Get Your Child Excited About Oral Hygiene!
Surf City Dental knows getting youngsters to brush and floss their teeth consistently is no easy task, but it’s imperative to maintaining a healthy and sparkling smile. For children, a thorough dental routine includes brushing morning and night for at least two minutes each time, flossing daily, and regular dentist visits. Until your little one…
Read MoreOral Health And Your Child: A Parent’s Guide To Dental Disorders
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month and a great time to focus on your child’s oral wellbeing! Surf City Dental recommends teaching kids proper brushing and flossing techniques and instilling good oral habits as early as possible. This, along with routine dentist visits, is the best way to ensure your little one enjoys a…
Read More3 Steps for Outstanding Oral Health in the New Year
With the New Year fast approaching, it’s time to start thinking about your resolutions. At Surf City Dental, we think at least one of your goals should focus on maintaining good oral hygiene. But why wait until January to start? Get a jump on your New Year’s resolutions and incorporate Surf City’s simple, three-step process…
Read More3 Foods To Dodge This Fall
It is hard to believe that summer is over and fall is upon us! With so much on the horizon – football tailgates, Halloween, and Thanksgiving prep come to mind – your weekends are sure to fill up quickly. Mouthwatering fall food staples are abundant, but could pose a threat to your teeth if you…
Read MoreNational Dental Infection Control Awareness Month At Surf City Dental
The month of September is a busy one for most. Kids are back to school, the Carolina Panthers kick off their football season, and lazy summer days make way for fall fun. September is a big month at Surf City Dental too, as it is Dental Infection Control Awareness Month (DICAM). DICAM is an initiative…
Read MoreComprehensive Treatment And Payment Options For Everyone
The Surf City Dental family recognizes the challenges everyone has faced in 2020. We also love serving our community and are committed to the prospect of a clean healthy smile for all of our clients. That’s why Surf City Dental is one of the few local offices offering in-house financing to help maintain your oral…
Read MoreThe Dry Mouth Problem and How To Fix It
If you told your friends and family that you suffer from xerostomia, their eyes would probably gloss over and their attention span start to fizzle! But if you told them it was dry mouth, the more common name for this unfortunate and all-too-common ailment, they would empathize. Whether it was a temporary problem or something…
Read MorePlaque Wars: How To Prevent It From Wreaking Havoc
Think about the last time you woke up with the familiar morning film on your teeth. You may or may not know that is the sign of plaque build-up, but I bet you hopped out of bed immediately and grabbed your toothbrush. As the principal cause of so many oral health concerns, plaque can affect…
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