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It’s common knowledge that the calcium in dairy products can help keep teeth strong. However, many people are unaware that the probiotics found in cultured dairy products such as yogurt and kefir are also beneficial for gum health. In a double-blind, placebo controlled study it was found that probiotics improved the efficacy of scaling and […]

Four-Star Ranking Recognizes Positive Reviews from Moore Smiles Patients GARNER, N.C. — Moore Smiles Today was recently recognized for its commitment to customer service with a “Talk of the Town” Customer Satisfaction Award for 2013. The dental team at Moore Smiles Today earned a four-star rating in customer satisfaction for 2013, based on research and

A smile is a very powerful human ability. If sincere and given at the perfect time it can make a day brighter, a tense situation better, and uplift a sad heart. That’s why having a great smile can be a great asset. But not everyone has naturally pearly white teeth. This isn’t really such a

Crooked teeth are a common dental issue. Some are born with them, others develop them as they grow older and their mouth’s structure changes; luckily, there are several ways to correct this problem. Fixed Orthodontic Braces You may be really familiar with this method of teeth straightening, as it’s the one that’s most often poked

When Veneers were invented by a dentist in California, their main use was for temporarily changing the appearance of an actor’s teeth for the film industry. Since they were held on by denture adhesive, they fell off after a short while, but it was discovered – thanks to some research that was started in 1982

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Gum disease, also known as gingivitis, is an inflammation of the gums. It’s a type of periodontal disease, which involves inflammation and/or infection which destroys your teeth’s supporting tissues – gums, ligaments and tooth sockets. What Causes Gum Disease? Gum disease is, simply put, caused by plaque deposits. Plaque is a sticky substance made of

Halitosis, also referred to as “bad breath”, is a minor health issue in the scheme of things, but deemed so important by people that it keeps the gum, breath spray and mouthwash industries afloat since we spend millions of dollars each year on these products. What Causes Halitosis? You’re probably familiar with garlic breath. Well,

What are “wisdom teeth”? Your wisdom teeth are the four molars at the very back of your mouth that often grow in between the ages of 17 and 25. Since human mouths have evolved to be smaller than they were at one time, many people don’t have room for their wisdom teeth, and they don’t

About Dental Services Dentists provide a large variety of dental services that are important to maintaining a healthy mouth. What are some common dental services, how do they help, and how can you find out more about the services that your dentist provides? Cleaning and Dental Hygiene Dentists have specialty tools and materials that go