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Common Emergency Care Visits: Toothaches and Abscesses
posted: Jan. 31, 2023.

You never know when a dental problem may arise. Unfortunately, they don’t necessarily occur during office hours. the doctor can provide you with the proper information and treatment options to Read more
Treating Gum Disease with Antibiotics
posted: Jan. 24, 2023.

Why does gum disease develop? Our mouths are home to bacteria, which form a film called plaque. Plaque sticks to the surfaces of our teeth, at the gumline, and can Read more
Overall Health Can Be Influenced By Oral Hygiene
posted: Jan. 17, 2023.

Keeping on top of your oral health is key when it comes to making sure your whole body stays healthy. The bacteria that occur naturally in your mouth can produce Read more
How Sedation Dentistry Can Help You Overcome Dental Anxiety
posted: Jan. 10, 2023.

Putting off your dental visit to Cheraw Family Dentistry because of fear or anxiety only increases the potential for tooth decay or gum problems. At our office, the doctor and Read more
Tooth Protection and Winter Sports
posted: Jan. 03, 2023.

Just because it’s cold out there doesn’t mean you’ll give up keeping fit and active! Winter is the season for some of our favorite team sporting activities, and when you’re Read more
Resolving to Eat Better in the New Year
posted: Dec. 27, 2022.

It’s a new year, and a resolution found on many lists is learning to be more mindful about healthy food choices. You might have set some of these goals yourself. Read more
What is a crown?
posted: Dec. 20, 2022.

the doctor and our team at Cheraw Family Dentistry hear this question all the time. Millions of people have dental crowns that artificially restore the chewing surface of a tooth. Read more
Satisfying a Sweet Tooth
posted: Dec. 13, 2022.

Time for some sweet talk! Many studies have been done to figure out why we enjoy sugar so much. Is it brain chemistry? Is it blood sugar getting a bit Read more
Amalgam Fillings vs. White Fillings
posted: Dec. 06, 2022.

Many varieties of fillings are available at our Cheraw, South Carolina office. Most people are familiar with traditional amalgam fillings: those big silver spots on top of teeth. Made from a Read more
How do OTC whitening treatments compare to in-office whitening?
posted: Nov. 29, 2022.

If you are unhappy with the color of your teeth, teeth whitening may be an excellent choice for you. Many patients of the doctor suffer from darkened teeth due to Read more
Eating and Invisalign®
posted: Nov. 15, 2022.

One of the greatest advantages to using Invisalign is that it provides maximum results with minimal impact on your everyday life. Invisalign is comfortable, easy to insert, and simple to Read more
What type of toothpaste is right for you?
posted: Nov. 08, 2022.

Toothpaste no longer comes in simple choices of fluoride and fresh breath. Paste is not even the only option! You can choose gel forms and even some with ribbons of Read more
Getting Ready for Winter
posted: Nov. 01, 2022.

Winter Is Coming. Okay, that sounded a lot more dramatic in a popular fantasy series. But here in the real world, winter is coming as well, so let’s look at some Read more
Halloween: Candy, costumes, and more!
posted: Oct. 25, 2022.

All Hallows' Eve, more commonly known as Halloween, is a yearly event celebrated on October 31, and one that is anticipated by the young and young at heart all over Read more
What to Do When Your Child Has a Loose Tooth
posted: Oct. 18, 2022.

When your child loses a tooth for the first time, you both have a lot to look forward to. Sharing in the “I’m a big kid!” excitement. Tales of the Read more
The Invisalign® Treatment Process
posted: Oct. 11, 2022.

Invisalign is gaining traction as a sought-after solution for orthodontic problems. Unlike traditional braces, which require the placement of brackets on teeth and the connection of unsightly wires, Invisalign works Read more