Vanceboro, NC Family Dentist

The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends that you see a dentist regularly for routine visits in order to prevent and treat oral disease. For some individuals, this means visiting with the dentist every 6 months, whereas others may visit more frequently! No...

My mouthwash stained my tooth blue, why?

Believe it or not, there are different types of stain that can affect our teeth: extrinsic and intrinsic stain. Extrinsic stain involves staining on the surface of the teeth, which is where it is typically caused by coffee, tea, or food or drink where particles...

Do I really need to floss?

A question that everyone in the world would like the answer to: Do I really need to floss? The answer…. drum roll please….. Yes, you really do need to floss! If you have ever heard the saying “floss the teeth you want to keep,” this is because it is true! Floss...

Is flossing twice a day worth it?

If you haven’t been a regular flosser, the time to start is now! Cleaning in-between your teeth is extremely important, which in turn can help you to prevent cavities and gum disease The American Dental Association recommends cleaning between the teeth daily with an...