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    • Leave a Review
  • Dental Services
    • General Dentistry
      • Family Dentistry
      • Teeth Cleanings
      • Dental Exams
      • Oral Cancer Screening
      • Periodontal Therapy
      • Periodontal Maintenance
      • Scaling and Root Planing
      • Tooth Extraction
      • Root Canal Therapy
      • Nitrous Sedation
    • Cosmetic Dentistry
      • Professional Teeth Whitening
      • Porcelain Veneers
      • Dental Bonding
      • Tooth Contouring & Shaping
      • Invisalign Clear Braces
    • Restorative Dentistry
      • Dental Fillings
      • Composite Fillings
      • Dental Crowns
      • Dental Bridge
      • Removable Dentures
      • Inlays and Onlays
      • Air Abrasion
    • Implant Dentistry
      • Single Tooth Dental Implants
      • Implant Supported Bridge
      • Implant Supported Dentures
    • Pediatric Dentistry
      • Children’s Teeth Cleaning
      • Fluoride Treatments
      • Dental Sealants
      • Stainless Steel Crowns
      • Space Maintainers
      • Children’s First Dental Visit
      • Interceptive Orthodontics
      • Pulp Therapy
      • Athletic Mouthguards
    • Emergency Dental Care
  • Dental Concerns
    • Bleeding Gums
    • Crooked Teeth
    • Discolored Teeth
    • TMJ/TMD Treatment
    • Dental Anxiety
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Teeth Grinding (Bruxism)
  • CEREC Crowns
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Periodontics

Laser dentistry, dental implants and gum disease are just a few of the topics we touch on in the Periodontics section of our blog.

9 Simple Ways to Prevent Bad Breath

August 30, 2021 //  by Lowcountry Family Dentistry

Halitosis, or bad breath, is an uncomfortable and embarrassing situation that nearly 80 million people face every day.  Not only does that foul odor in your mouth hurt your confidence, but it could be damaging your oral health as well.  Thankfully, a few simple but very effective improvements to your daily dental routine can keep your smile looking and feeling fresh.  Your Beaufort dentist explains the five best ways to keep bad breath at bay. 1. Brush and floss more often Plaque, the sticky buildup on your teeth, collects bacteria that cause bad breath.  Trapped food also adds to the problem.  Brush your teeth at least two times each day, and floss at least once.  If you're concerned about your breath, do both a little more often.  …

Category: Dental Blog, Dental Education, Oral Hygiene, PeriodonticsTag: Bad Breath, Halitosis

The difference between Plaque & Tarter

January 25, 2021 //  by Lowcountry Family Dentistry

WE OFTEN GET THE QUESTION from our patients, “What’s the difference between plaque and tartar?” Many people think they are the same thing. There is an important difference between the two, however, and it can help explain just why a daily oral hygiene routine is so crucial, as well as twice-yearly visits to your dentist. Your teeth are tough. Covered by enamel, the hardest substance in your body, your teeth can handle a lot of wear and tear. But if you allow plaque to build up and harden, you may be at risk of developing tartar. Tartar can wreak havoc on your dental health and lead to gum disease. That’s why it’s important to know the difference between plaque and tartar, how to prevent both, and what to do if you notice buildup on …

Category: Dental Blog, Dental Education, Oral Health Education, Oral Hygiene, PeriodonticsTag: Periodontal Disease, Plaque, Tarter

Laser Dentistry

May 7, 2017 //  by Lowcountry Family Dentistry

What is a laser and how does it work? A laser is an instrument that produces a very narrow, intense beam of light energy. When laser light comes in contact with tissue, it causes a reaction. The light produced by the laser can remove, vaporize, or shape tissue. Are lasers used in dentistry? Yes, lasers have been used in dentistry since 1990.  The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has determined that lasers can be used as a safe and effective treatment for a wide range of dental procedures. Lasers are often used in conjunction with other dental instruments. How are lasers used in dentistry? Dental lasers can be used to: • correct speech problems caused by a tongue-tie, which prevents normal tongue movement. • uncover partially …

Category: Dental Blog, Periodontics, Restorative Dentistry, Technology

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