Dental BlogAsheville, NC

Jun
24

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…

May
31

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…

Apr
29

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…

Mar
29

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…

Feb
19

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…

Jan
24

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…

Dec
30

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…

Nov
28

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…

Oct
24

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…

Sep
22

Let Your Smile Shine With Tooth Whitening

Do you have big things on the horizon and you need to look your best?  Maybe you’re about to walk down the aisle with the person of your dreams? Are you finally being considered for that promotion after years of…