Are you aware of the risk factors associated with dietary choices and selections? Your diet often contains several products that can put your teeth at an extreme risk of dental damage. Although there are several options to enhance your diet and remineralize your teeth and gums, it is important to also be proactive and avoiding products that can lead to... read more »

Are you aware of common risks during your teen years that can put your smile in harm's way? During your teen years, the last of your adult teeth, known as the wisdom teeth, fully grow in. Once your wisdom teeth have grown in, you will not be getting any more permanent teeth, so they need to be cared for to... read more »

Nitrous oxide is a handy sedative our dentist, Dr. Debora Bolton, uses to make sure you have a positive and successful dental appointment. To help you know more about nitrous oxide in Durham, North Carolina, so you can better understand the sedative, our dental team is happy to share some nitrous oxide facts. Those facts are: -Nitrous oxide is a... read more »

Do you have bleeding in your gums? Do you know that you could be experiencing gum disease if you do? Gum disease can be a tricky condition because it is hard to spot until it is often too late to save a tooth or two. That is why, our dentists with Bull City Smiles Cosmetic & Family Dentistry, Debora Bolton... read more »

Do you ever wonder why our dentists, Drs. Bolton and Patel, offer a professional whitening treatment when there are plenty of whitening treatments you can purchase at the store? If so, our dental team will tell you why! Not only will we tell you why, but we will also tell you why professional teeth whitening is for you. Our dentists... read more »

Dental checkups are recommended every six months. This is because they are vital for a top-notch oral health and smile. Our dentist, Dr. Debora Bolton, encourages you to avoid forgetting about or delaying your appointments. To help you understand why dental checkups are important, our dental team is happy to list the reasons, which are: -Dental cleanings remove plaque and... read more »

Never be afraid to speak with your dentist about any oral health care treatment you can receive, including those that may trigger any dental anxiety you may suffer from. Dental anxiety commonly arises from the fear associated with visiting your dentist. To keep your smile safe, it is always a good idea to receive earplugs to use during treatments whenever... read more »

With all these false rumors about root canals flying around, you can rest assured with the fact that with modern anesthetic and technology, you can experience little to no pain. There has been much research done and no illnesses can be related to root canals, and saving your natural teeth through this process is one of the best options. Here... read more »

Stress can make life difficult. Unfortunately, it can even take a toll on your body, making you sick, weak, and tired. It can also severely affect your mouth, which is why our dentist, Dr. Debora Bolton, encourages you to take good care of your smile when you’re stressed. If you’re not careful, the stress can promote teeth grinding habits, canker... read more »

Have you ever thought about which foods are healthy for your smile? Although all foods inevitably wear down teeth slightly due to the chewing mechanism, it is hard to wear teeth out if you are adequately taking care of them. This includes through the use of making healthy food choices. The excitement of a better smile awaits with healthy food... read more »