No one of any age gets shots in their mouth for fun, and fear of needles (trypanophobia) is a documented condition. Children may fear shots because they seem so unfamiliar, with a fear of potential pain. Does your child have to have a shot to get dental work? It will depend on the procedure being done, and what Carolina Complete Dental Care advises.
(more…)Questions to Ask at a Back-to-School Dental Visit
January 13, 2024
Some schools require a back-to-school dental visit, but even if yours doesn’t, right before school starts is a good time to schedule one of your child’s regular checkups. Carolina Complete Dental Care can take care of any problems so your child won’t have to miss class after school starts, and if oral hygiene routines got a little lax over the summer, Carolina Complete Dental Care can help get kids back on track.
(more…)A Deeper Dental Cleaning: Scaling & Root Planing
December 27, 2023
Teeth are typically the first thing that comes to mind for people when they hear the words dentist or dentistry, which makes sense—the root word dent actually means tooth! However, your teeth require healthy gums to hold them in place.
(more…)Mouthwash: More Harm Than Good?
December 13, 2023
At Carolina Complete Dental Care, we know a lot of people feel they’re adding a layer of tooth decay and gum disease prevention to their oral hygiene routines when they swish with mouthwash—which may be true, but it depends on the mouthwash. If you floss and brush properly, mouthwash isn’t always necessary, and certain types could even be harmful to your oral health.
(more…)Is it Time to Toss that Toothbrush?
November 27, 2023
When you find a toothbrush that’s just right for you, it can be easy to get attached. After all, you use your toothbrush morning and night (ideally) to prevent plaque and bacteria from hardening and becoming tartar—that’s what we like to call quality time!
(more…)How Long Will I Have to Wear a Retainer?
November 13, 2023
You’ve worn your braces or aligners, kept your checkup appointments, and followed treatment instructions from Carolina Complete Dental Care. You love your new smile, but it’s not over yet—how long will you have to wear a retainer? There are two types of retainers: removable and fixed.
(more…)Hey Teeth—Down in Front!
October 27, 2023
The Inman Aligner™ is an efficient way to straighten front teeth that are crowded or protruding. The aligner is safe, quick, and affordable—a great solution for those who’d like to elevate the appearance of their smile for an upcoming special event or occasion. The dentists from Carolina Complete Dental Care tell you more about the Inman Aligner below.
(more…)Mail-Order Braces: Buyer Beware
October 13, 2023
Mail-order braces are a controversial dental topic, and the dentists of Carolina Complete Dental Care weigh in today. Direct-to-consumer orthodontics companies make many appealing promises—no dental visits, aligners delivered to your door, and lower costs. But are the risks worth it?
(more…)What Did My Dentist Just Say?
September 27, 2023
The dentists at Carolina Complete Dental Care believe that education is paramount in our mission to help our Goose Creek friends and neighbors improve and maintain their oral health. For this reason, we try to avoid using dental jargon when we’re speaking with our valued patient family.
(more…)Zirconia Crowns for Kids
September 13, 2023
Zirconia has been used in major medical procedures like hip replacement for many years due to its strength and biocompatibility. It took the dental industry until the early 2000s to catch up, beginning with adult dental procedures such as dental implants, root canals and dental crowns. In 2010, zirconia became available for use in pediatric dentistry. The dentists at Carolina Complete Dental Care outline some benefits of zirconia dental crowns for kids below.
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