January 13, 2015
Everybody knows that they should floss every day. But it just doesn’t always happen that way, does it?
We know that flossing is harder than brushing for a number of reasons, but we also know how important it is to your oral health. Dr. Barganier, Dr. Zuffi, Dr. Williams, and Dr. McAdams want all of our patients to floss every day, and we think one of the best ways to encourage you to floss is to give you some great reasons why you should.
Flossing is easier than ever
December 27, 2014
If you had to give up your toothbrush or your car, which would it be? According to a recent survey, 42 percent of adults and 34 percent of teens would rather turn in their keys, computer, cell phone, or microwave than get rid of their toothbrush. It seems that many Goose Creek residents love toothbrushes the way Dr. Barganier, Dr. Zuffi, Dr. Williams, and Dr. McAdams do. We at Carolina Complete Dental would like to take this opportunity to celebrate the history of the toothbrush and talk about how to pick the right one.
Did you know that toothbrushes were invented before soap, deodorant, and even toilets? The idea of the toothbrush is over 5,000 years old, although back then they were a lot different than what we have now. In ancient times, people used sticks, bones, and all manner of animal hair and products to brush their teeth and take care of their gums. The switch from animal hair to synthetic materials (for bristles) is fairly new, and mass production of toothbrushes has only existed for a couple of centuries.
December 20, 2014
If you’ve visited our blog before, you know that we love to talk about tooth decay. The chances are, everyone in Goose Creek has had or will have tooth decay at one point. It is classified by the National Institutes of Health as the most prevalent disease in the world. Today we’re going to talk about a few of the factors involved in causing tooth decay and what you and Dr. Barganier, Dr. Zuffi, Dr. Williams, and Dr. McAdams can do to protect your smile.
The unique makeup of your teeth
December 13, 2014
Don’t let dentures or gaps in your teeth take away your confidence! Talk to Dr. Barganier, Dr. Zuffi, Dr. Williams, and Dr. McAdams about dental implants and get started on a path to reclaiming your smile! Carolina Complete Dental offers the best dental implant technology available and we love to help our Goose Creek patients regain their confidence with a beautiful, healthy mouth.
What are Dental Implants for?
The best way to explain dental implants is to describe exactly what they do. If you have a missing tooth, Dr. Barganier, Dr. Zuffi, Dr. Williams, and Dr. McAdams will put an implant in its place. This implant will take root in the jawbone (just a like a real tooth), protect the bone and integrity of your face, and function just as a real tooth would. Only you and Drs. Barganier, and Zuffi will know it’s an implant.
November 27, 2014
With modern advances in dental medicine and the careful attention that Goose Creek residents pay to their dental hygiene, it is hard to imagine what life for teeth was like when the pilgrims first landed on these shores. We at Carolina Complete Dental would like to share with you how our roots took care of their roots, so we can appreciate just how far dental care has come in the hundreds of years since.
How did the Pilgrims take care of their teeth?
November 20, 2014
If you’re a regular visitor of our blog, you know that we love talking to Goose Creek folks about the importance of good home dental hygiene and regular visits to Dr. Barganier, Dr. Zuffi, Dr. Williams, and Dr. McAdams. Preventive dental medicine adds years of good oral health and beautiful smiles to your family’s lives. But did you know that your pets can also benefit from oral hygiene care?
Here are a few fun facts about our furry friends:
Cat Dental Facts
November 13, 2014
Dr. Barganier, Dr. Zuffi, Dr. Williams, and Dr. McAdams is not the type of dentist that will tell Goose Creek residents they can’t ever eat candy. In fact, none of us at Carolina Complete Dental will tell you that, because we all love candy. Everyone loves candy! However, we also love teeth, and you can’t eat any more candy if your teeth fall out. The best way to keep your mouth healthy and still get your candy fix is to eat the right kind of candy in moderation, and maintain a stellar oral hygiene routine. Your Goose Creek dental hygienist will tell you how.
Not All Candies are Created Equal
October 27, 2014
Keep Your Mouth Healthy with These Foods
Hello Goose Creek residents! As you know, Dr. Barganier, Dr. Zuffi, Dr. Williams, and Dr. McAdams are committed to helping you maintain the best oral health and we’ve got some tips for you. It is common to hear about what not to eat, but today we are going to tell you about a few foods that will keep your mouth in top shape and how they do it.
October 20, 2014
Have you or any of your family members injured a tooth these past few months? Maybe you got a little overzealous with some corn on the cob, maybe your daughter tripped during a game of tag and chipped her tooth, or maybe your mother chipped her tooth on a walnut, we can help fix these broken and loose teeth!
Carolina Complete Dental wants to restore your chipped, cracked, broken, or loose tooth to as much of its previous health and appearance as we can, so we’ve given you some tips for how to take care of the situation until you can get in to our Goose Creek office.
October 13, 2014
Why do I have cavities?
It’s the word that people fear when they go to the dentist for their check-ups: Cavities. You brush twice a day and floss so why did your dentist give you a failing grade on the big oral health test? Here’s an interesting fact many in Goose Creek don’t know: cavities are a very common disorder, second only to the common cold, in fact. Still not making you feel better? Let’s take a look at the facts:
What is a dental cavity?