Chewing Gum to Save Your Teeth

It’s true! Chewing gum- the right kind of gum- can actually help to prevent tooth decay! Contrary to popular belief chewing gum has been approved by the ADA as beneficial in the fight against cavities. Talk to Dr. Lee Allen at your next visit to our Raleigh, NC family dentist office to find out which sugar…

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Keep Your Smile Healthy

June is Oral Health Month and now is great time to refresh your oral health. Good oral health goes beyond just a white smile and fresh breath. Maintaining your oral health not only prevents tooth decay and gum disease but poor dental health increases the risk of other health concerns such as cardiovascular and systemic…

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Ice Cream & Tooth Decay

Summer is approaching and temperatures are warming up! A great way to avoid the heat is by enjoying an ice-cold snack. While these snacks may be refreshing, not all summer snacks are the best for your oral health.

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Aging & Oral Health in Raleigh NC

Modern dentistry recommends that we strive to keep our natural teeth healthy for as long as possible for the best quality of life. With the advance of new technology in the dental field and improved standards of oral health in recent years, we are retaining our natural teeth longer than ever before.

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