by rachel shaffer | Sep 20, 2018 | cosmetic dentistry, dental health, dentistry, dentures, hickory dentist tips
Adjusting to dentures takes time and practice. If your dentist has recommended dentures to you, then your adjustment period is definitely worth the effort. At Oakwood Dental Arts NC, it is our job to give you a beautiful, well-crafted smile that gives you back your...
by rachel shaffer | Jul 21, 2018 | dental health, dentistry, hickory dentist tips
A common misconception is that tooth loss is just something to accept as you grow older, but in actuality, good dental habits can help keep a beautiful, healthy smile last regardless of age. The leading cause of tooth loss is gum disease, not aging, and gum disease is...
by rachel shaffer | Jul 21, 2018 | dental health, dentistry, hickory dentist tips
“You are what you eat.” How many of us have heard this saying? We hear it so often because it really is true, especially when it comes to your teeth and gums. You want what you eat to feed a healthy mouth—not bacteria and plaque—but it can be confusing to know for...
by rachel shaffer | May 1, 2018 | dental emergencies, dentistry, hickory dentist tips, invisalign
At some point in your life it is likely that you will feel the discomfort of a toothache. Whether the pain is dull or sharp, a toothache can make anyone miserable. Dentist Dr. Kyle McKinney from Oakwood Dental Arts NC in Hickory, North Carolina is here to give you...
by rachel shaffer | Apr 14, 2018 | cosmetic dentistry, dentistry, hickory dentist tips
Finding the ideal Hickory dentist can be a daunting task. What do you look for? How do you even begin? You will be depending on this person for your and your family’s dental health, so it needs to be someone you can confidently trust. Luckily, Oakwood Dental Arts NC...
by rachel shaffer | Mar 22, 2018 | cosmetic dentistry, dental bridges, dental implants, dentistry, hickory dentist tips, invisalign, veneers
What is cosmetic dentistry? What general dental treatments are considered cosmetic dentistry? Oakwood Dental Arts, a dentist office in Hickory, NC, is here to answer these questions and more. The Purpose of Cosmetic Dentistry The purpose of cosmetic dentistry is to...
