Today, Dr. Barganier, Dr. Zuffi, Dr. Williams, and Dr. McAdams of Carolina Complete Dental Care want to give teens the bottom line about tobacco use: there is no such thing as a “safe” or “safer” tobacco product. Every tobacco product contains nicotine in varying amounts—and not only is nicotine addictive, but it can also harm the brain. (Many people don’t realize the brain continues developing until the mid-20s or even early-30s.)
(more…)Social Stories: Support for Kids with Autism
March 13, 2023
In this blog article, Carolina Complete Dental Care discusses Social Stories™ and how they help provide emotional support to autistic kids with the goal of improving their dental (and other) experiences.
(more…)Special Needs Dentistry: Everyone Deserves a Healthy Smile!
February 27, 2023
The Americans with Disabilities Act defines disability as a “physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities.” (Specific examples of major life activities addressed by the ADA include functions such as caring for one’s self, performing manual tasks, walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, breathing and learning.)
(more…)Grandparents, Grandkids & Dental Care
February 13, 2023
Carolina Complete Dental Care has been thinking about how much things have changed in the world of dentistry since today’s grandparents were growing kids themselves. Grandparents today are often very involved in the daily lives of their grandchildren—they may live close by, provide financial assistance, or assume childcare responsibilities for working parents. Since oral hygiene and dietary habits are established in childhood, it’s important that grandparents’ dental education is on point.
(more…)Why Are My Child’s Teeth Bumpy?
January 27, 2023
If you’re a new parent, whether your babe’s teeth are just emerging or they’re starting to fall out, you might wonder, “What are those bumps on their front teeth?”
(more…)Can Children Have Gum Disease?
January 13, 2023
The smallest smiles in your family are as vulnerable to oral health issues as you are—likely even more so! Your oral hygiene regimen may already be thorough enough to keep your teeth free from cavities and your gums safe from gingivitis, but young ones typically need help brushing and flossing for years before their skills match yours.
(more…)Why Do Kids Need Space Maintainers?
December 27, 2022
If your child loses a tooth too soon or needs a baby tooth extracted due to decay, Carolina Complete Dental Care may recommend space maintainers to support their dental health.
(more…)Oral Hygiene for Families on the Go
December 13, 2022
Today’s families seem to be busier than they were in the past—lots of homework, extracurricular activities, and hopefully, some quality time spent with the family. Here are a few ideas from Carolina Complete Dental Care to make consistent oral hygiene a little more convenient:
(more…)Pacifier Pros & Cons
November 27, 2022
To binky or not to binky? Pacifier use for infants has been a subject of debate as long as they’ve been around. Carolina Complete Dental Care shares some pros and cons below.
(more…)Is My Child’s Oral Hygiene Routine Sufficient?
November 13, 2022
A child’s happy, healthy smile is a source of pride and joy for parents—and dentists, too! For this reason, you’ll likely spend a good deal of time helping them develop superb oral hygiene routines to ensure they keep their teeth for life.
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