At Falls Pointe Dental in Raleigh, we strive for excellence in dentistry every day. Providing the best possible dental care goes beyond cleanings and exams. We like patients who ask a lot of questions, because that tells us they are … Continued
At Falls Pointe Dental in Raleigh, our patients often ask the dentist if chewing xylitol gum is an effective substitute for tooth brushing and regular dental exams. Before answering that, here’s a little bit about xylitol: Xylitol is a natural … Continued
It’s easy to become too attached to familiar objects, and that includes the tools you use to clean your teeth. Like a comfortable pair of slippers, that toothbrush you use every night may have an easy, cozy feel you’re not … Continued
Here’s a word of advice from the dentists at Falls Pointe Dental in Raleigh: when you go to the store looking for any dental care product, make sure your purchase carries the seal of the American Dental Association. This is … Continued
This blog post from Falls Pointe Dental is about tooth sensitivity, and what you can do about it. Have you ever been eating an ice cream cone when you felt a sudden shot of pain in one of your teeth? … Continued
This post from Falls Pointe Dental in Raleigh focuses on three common, dental-related myths. All Sugar Is Equally Bad For Teeth We all know that sugar increases our risk of tooth decay, but did you know that some types are … Continued
Most of us consume far too much sugar. That isn’t exactly a news flash, but at Falls Pointe Dental we want to remind you what it is that sugar can do to your teeth, and what you can do about … Continued
This post from Falls Pointe Dental focuses on a problem experienced by many people – bad breath. Bad breath, or halitosis, has several causes. The most frequent is poor oral hygiene. Often, halitosis ensues midday arising from the inability to … Continued
At Falls Pointe Dental in Raleigh, we almost always tell our patients to use a soft-bristled toothbrush on their teeth. Our dentist’s recommendation is usually enough, but sometimes patients ask, why? Why soft? We’ll use this blog post to explain. … Continued
You probably think the most important thing about flossing is to do it every day, and at Falls Pointe Dental in Raleigh NC, we agree. But many people find that trying out a few different types of floss helps them … Continued