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When kids get cavities, it can be a real bummer. Tooth decay can cause pain, missed school, or even more serious issues. According to the PEW Charitable Trusts, in 2008, children went to hospital emergency rooms over 215,000 times for preventable dental issues. Those visits cost more than 100 million dollars.  Tooth decay, if left […]

The day your child loses their first tooth is a huge milestone!  However, it’s also your first time playing Tooth Fairy. So, what’s the standard these days? How much money do you leave? What do you do with the tooth? How are you going to stay awake long enough to sneak it from under the […]

Do you remember the last time you woke up with bad breath? Was it the morning after a garlicky pasta dinner? Or maybe you had too much fun out with friends and woke up smelling like hot garbage. Bad breath is a common problem, but when do you know if it’s problematic enough to talk […]

If you have any experience going to the dental office, chances are good you’ve had a dental X-ray. You know the drill: open your mouth, bite down on the hard plastic thing that looks like a Star Wars X-wing ship, then try to keep your eyes from watering while the hygienist drapes you with a […]

Social media is blowing up with photos of kids heading back to school. Everyone is excited about showing off new clothes and shoes, but what about that back-to-school smile? The first day of school pictures need bright new smiles too! If your kids got a little apathetic over the summer months with their oral hygiene — […]

Have you ever startled yourself awake by snoring? Does your partner frequently complain about restless nights or have to nudge you to stop snoring? While occasional snoring is common, it can sometimes signal a more serious issue. If you or your partner regularly experiences nighttime snoring, this post is for you. Snoring happens to everyone […]

Teeth whitening is one of the most popular cosmetic dental procedures we do. We get many questions from patients about types of teeth whitening, the pros and cons of each, and if there are any side effects. Today, we are tackling a few common questions! If you’d like to know if you’re a good candidate […]

Routine dental cleaning, a.k.a. dental prophylaxis, is a professional dental procedure essential in helping you maintain good oral health. It involves the removal of plaque, tartar, and stains from the teeth, which cannot be effectively removed through regular brushing and flossing. At Today’s Dental in Pineville, we believe undergoing dental cleaning every six months helps […]

Do you have a go-to pose for photos that don’t need a full-on toothy grin? If you’re uncomfortable with your crooked teeth, you are in the right place. Check out these amazing options for adult orthodontic treatment.  Taking the Bummer out of Adult Braces Wires and brackets fall in the same mental box as teen […]

We’ve all been there. You wake up in the morning and run your tongue across your teeth, only to feel rough patches of plaque that have built up overnight. The layer of ick you feel is known by a few different names: biofilm, plaque, and tartar. No matter what we call it, we can all […]