A lot of healthy lifestyle choices benefit more than one system within your body. Eating well, exercising, good sleep, and fresh air all support a lot of your physical needs. So, it shouldn’t be surprising that what hurts one area of your health can easily hurt another area, too. An important (though less known) connection in your health systems is the connection between oral hygiene and heart health.
(more…)Why Do We Have Baby Teeth?
August 27, 2020
Baby teeth, also called deciduous, primary, milk, or lacteal teeth, have many different purposes. Dr. Barganier, Dr. Zuffi, Dr. Williams, and Dr. McAdams at Carolina Complete Dental is asked the purpose of baby teeth often. So what’s the answer?
(more…)Dental Friends with Benefits
August 13, 2020
At Carolina Complete Dental, our goal is to make your dental visits as pleasant as possible. Part of this effort includes taking the complication out of utilizing your insurance benefits. Dr. Barganier, Dr. Zuffi, Dr. Williams, and Dr. McAdams know there can be confusing terms and stipulations in insurance plans that can be a barrier between you and the care you need. We aim to remove that barrier by filing paperwork for our Goose Creek patients and providing the details necessary for you to make the best decisions possible for your oral and overall health.
(more…)Lasers: A “Groovy” Tool for Dentists
July 27, 2020
At Carolina Complete Dental, we take pride in staying ahead of the curve when it comes to the latest and greatest in dental treatments and technologies. That’s why we think dental “lasers” are truly smashing. And if you’re worried about paying one million dollars, rest assured laser treatments are more accessible and affordable than ever. Austin Powers jokes aside, we’re here to tell you how lasers work in dentistry and how they can benefit your smile—and make for a more comfortable dental experience!
(more…)No Tradesies: Packing Mouth-Healthy Lunches for Kiddos
July 13, 2020
Breakfast is always being touted as the most important meal of the day—and for good reason! It’s important for families to kickstart their day with nutrients that will help them power through school, work, socializing, sports, homework… does anyone else feel exhausted just thinking about it all?
(more…)Is Thumb Sucking Dangerous?
June 27, 2020
Thumb sucking is normal behavior for babies and young children. But just how normal? More than 75% of little ones suck their thumbs, fingers, hands, pacifiers, or other items such as the corner of a blanket during these early years. Most kids stop this behavior on their own between the ages of three and six. But how long is too long, and can it be problematic? Carolina Complete Dental would like to share more information about this common childhood habit.
(more…)The Smoking Gun: Tobacco & Oral Health
June 13, 2020
They say not everything natural is good for you. Nature has many poisons that humans have experimented with and learned the hard way to avoid. Tobacco is a popular plant that we’ve learned can really do a number on your health. Using tobacco is a personal and communal practice that can be really hard to avoid, even if you know it’s bad for you. Working with your doctor and Goose Creek dentists Dr. Barganier, Dr. Zuffi, Dr. Williams, and Dr. McAdams will be essential if you’re concerned about your health and want to stop using tobacco.
(more…)Why Does My Jaw Hurt?
May 27, 2020
Biofilm: The Most Important Film of the Year
May 13, 2020
Biofilm is quite literally a “film” or layer of biological matter that forms on teeth, in sink pipes, on river rocks, and more. Biofilm is made of many different things. Think of it as concrete, which contains cement as well as a slew of other materials. It’s likely you’ve been aware of biofilm on your teeth when they feel slimy or fuzzy instead of smooth and clean. Dr. Barganier, Dr. Zuffi, Dr. Williams, and Dr. McAdams Goose Creek dentists explains more below about biofilm and the role it plays in your oral wellness.
(more…)A Real Nail Biter
April 27, 2020
We all have those nervous habits we turn to when we feel awkward, stressed, or just plain bored. If your choice vice is biting your nails, you need to know that it can cause a lot of distress on your oral health and overall health. Goose Creek dentists Dr. Barganier, Dr. Zuffi, Dr. Williams, and Dr. McAdams shares why nail biting is so bad for you and how you can break the habit.
Downsides of Biting your Nails
It may seem harmless, but nail biting can actually:
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