Dental Implants Can Boost Your Confidence
Are you tired of living with the embarrassment of living with missing teeth. Many people have lost teeth for many reasons, not just because of poor oral hygiene. No matter how or why you’ve lost your teeth, Dr. Shawna Hoffert at Red Maple Dental in Asheville, NC can help you boost your confidence by restoring […]
How Your Teeth Are Linked to Your Health
There is an old adage that says “the eyes are the window to the soul.” However, to Dr. Shawna Hoffert of Red Maple Dental, a practice in Asheville, NC, the mouth can be the “window” to a view of your general health. In fact, many oral health issues can lead to systemic issues. An illness […]
Why Regular Dental Check-Ups Are Important
You’ve probably been told since you were young that you’re supposed to see the dentist every 6 months, but still wonder why it’s necessary if you have good oral hygiene. Although brushing your teeth twice daily and flossing every day are vital to maintaining your oral hygiene, seeing your dentist regularly provides more benefits to […]
6 Signs Your Smile May Need Dental Implants
Are you enduring pain due to a broken or severely cracked tooth? Maybe you already have dentures, but are exasperated with having to use messy denture adhesives and having to worry about slippage while eating and talking? You might be wondering if dental implants could help you solve these problems? No matter which situation you […]
How to Stop Halitosis
Halitosis happens. It’s a fact of life. It’s really nothing to be ashamed of. Research shows that 50 percent of adults have had bad breath, also known as halitosis, at some point in their lives (and those are just the ones being honest). What Causes Bad Breath? Bad breath can have a number of causes. […]
What is a Root Canal?
While root canals are thought to be unpleasant, painful procedures, you might be surprised to find out they’re not as bad as you’ve been led to believe. As people often do, they tend to fear the unknown or what they don’t understand. But a little knowledge can go a long way towards allaying those fears […]
All About Cavities
You can’t argue with how important teeth are. They help us nourish our bodies and grow strong and stay healthy. Teeth also make up our smile which is an important part of making a good first impression when we meet new people. People grow two sets of the teeth in their lives: their baby teeth […]
How Well Do You Know Your Teeth?
How well do you know your teeth? We use them to chew our food and they play a large part in shaping your mouth and consequently your entire face. They make up your smile which is what you use to make first impressions on others. But a lot of people don’t know which tooth is […]
Maximize Your Dental Insurance Benefits in 2018
Insurance plans frequently include stipulations to shift the cost of dental care back onto you. However, the end of the year turns the tables and offers an opportunity for you to get the most out of your insurance providers. If you want more bang from your dental benefit bucks, here’s why you should schedule a […]
Get the Smile You Deserve with Dental Implants
Are you self-conscious about your smile because of missing teeth? A dental implant may be the way for you to have the smile you want. To learn why patients and dentists prefer this tooth replacement option, read on. Why Choose Dental Implants? A dental implant presents people with gaps in their smile a permanent solution […]