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Updated February 2020. Have you ever had a persistent headache that you can’t explain? Sometimes your jaw hurts, or even weirder, your ear hurts? You don’t have migraines or suffer
When it comes to flossing, come clean when admitting whether or not you do it. Your first line of defense in the dentist’s chair, that would be your dental hygienist,
It’s a New Year, a new decade, and a time for resolutions and intentions. There are the common ones that we all make, such as: Less social media More exercise
Dentists know that there are plenty of things you’d rather do than have your teeth cleaned. But regular biannual checkups are a crucial part of not only your oral health
It’s that time of year when your schedule is filled with social events and holiday gatherings and you want a whiter smile. Sure, there are whitening toothpastes and mouthwashes that you can
What would Halloween be without dressing up in costumes, sharing scary stories, and indulging in a variety of sweet and sour candy? The excitement begins days, even weeks, before October
Dentists hear a lot of the same dental questions over and over again—and that’s ok! We don’t expect our patients to know everything. We prefer that you ask us, or
Have you been toothbrush shopping lately? Like most everything these days, it’s a bit overwhelming. There are different kinds of bristles to choose from, electric versus manual options, varying shapes,
If you’re reading this article, you don’t want to know that you need your wisdom teeth removed. You’re praying that you’ll find something here that will tell you that you’re
When it comes to your teeth, you want to do everything you can to keep them healthy. While it seems every time you turnaround someone is telling you there’s something
Do you find that your breath smells unpleasant even if you didn’t have too many onions on your salad at lunch? Maybe you even skip the garlic bread on spaghetti
Occasional dry mouth, especially this time of year when you’re enjoying the warm summer weather, isn’t uncommon. Drinking liquids, particularly water, ensures you stay hydrated. But, what if you get
Laughter is an important part of life. But, for some, smiling is no laughing matter. Self-conscious about the color of stained teeth, there are folks who find it hard to
Asheville Dental is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Grant Dasher, DDS, to our dental team. He is a trusted and experienced dentist who brings a thoughtful and gentle
For many people, the dentist’s office is the last place they want to be. Patients frequently report past traumatic experiences as children or painful appointments as adults as reasons for
The season of love is upon us. Pop into the drugstore and the greeting card aisle is pink, red, and glittery. Diamond commercials are inescapable and if you haven’t ordered
Persistent headaches are miserable. Sometimes they are even debilitating. When your head hurts and your symptoms are so unusual you can’t get a diagnosis, it makes a bad situation worse.
When you have sensitive teeth, one sip of an iced latte or a bite of hot pizza will send waves of intense pain through your body. Some people can feel
Nothing compares to the special spirit of Christmas. Everyone is kinder, more generous, and more inclined to indulge in good things, and some that may be a little less so.
It’s that time of year when holiday parties fill our calendars. All the upcoming socializing with friends and family means your teeth and your smile will be on full display.
The excitement of dressing up and gathering candy starts well before October 31. And we’re not talking just kids. About 4% of all candy is consumed on Halloween and there
One of our most popular services is sedation dentistry. For many people, the dentist’s office is the last place they ever want to be. The whole experience is tainted by
Nothing compares to summer. There’s a sense of ease and an “I’ll get to it later” mentality that takes over us. When the kids have been out of class, reestablishing
There’s nothing like summer. It’s a time to kick back, fire up the grill, and chill. However, we can never really relax about our oral care. Dental awareness is that
