Patient Resources

We are always happy to help new patients boost their oral health, so they can have a better smile with healthier gums.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU NEED AN EXTRACTION If you think that you might need a tooth removed or if you want more information, contact our office in Cary, NC to set up a consultation. Our team of dental professionals at DentalWorks – Cary Crossroads is experienced in both simple and surgical tooth extractions for […]

HAVEN’T BEEN TO THE DENTIST IN A WHILE? WELCOME BACK You just realized you haven’t visited the dentist in a long time? No dental insurance, you had a poor experience, you don’t have any pain, no time, along with a million other reasons. You’re not alone, it’s estimated that one in every five adults haven’t […]

They can also inform you if a treatment (for example, dental veneers, teeth whitening, or dental bonding) must be re-done to refresh your results. If you had an orthodontic treatment, you need to wear a retainer after the main treatment is done. The retainer holds your teeth in place while your gums and jaw adjust, […]

SMOKING Smoking tobacco in any form (traditional cigarettes, e-cigs, cigars, and others) increases your risk of getting oral cancer. Furthermore, people who live with you or spend a great deal of time around you are at higher risk of also getting oral cancer through second-hand smoke. TOBACCO ALCOHOL Heavy drinkers (having more than 20 alcoholic […]

WHAT MIGHT BE GOING ON IN YOUR MOUTH THAT’S CAUSING YOUR BAD BREATH Throughout the day, are you checking your breath frequently and trying to figure out why it isn’t fresh? Does your breath begin to smell foul within moments of brushing your teeth and using mouthwash? Odds are, there is something going on beneath […]

Trying to figure out what could be causing your toothache could be worrisome and frustrating since a toothache might be an indication of something little, such as a cavity, or something larger, like an abscess. If your toothache persists for over two days or you are in pain, DentalWorks – Cary Crossroads strongly recommends scheduling […]

Overgrown gum tissue can develop because of genetics, certain medication, as well as inflammation or an infection in your gum pockets. Before correcting your smile, your dentist should look for the underlying cause. If the problem is caused by gum disease, you may need a scaling and root planing treatment. If there is no underlying […]

Your dentist can also make sure your teeth look natural and white instead of unnatural or even fluorescent, which happens to some people when they over-whiten at home. Laser teeth whitening is also your best choice if you have dental restorations (crowns or bridges). Store-bought whitening products will not work on artificial surfaces, so your […]

Your tooth will probably be delicate until the restoration is placed and may become re-contaminated if the tooth breaks before the procedure can be completed. In the first few days following the treatment, your tooth may feel sensitive as a result of natural tissue inflammation, especially if there was pain before the treatment. Your dentist […]