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The Americans with Disabilities Act defines disability as a “physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities.” (Specific examples of major life activities addressed by the ADA include functions such as caring for one’s self, performing manual tasks, walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, breathing, and learning.)  Disabilities may be congenital (present… (Read More)

Do you remember feeling like standards of beauty were unattainable when you were a teenager? Heck, many of feel this way as adults! It makes sense that teenagers might be concerned with the appearance of their smile and pine for bright white smiles the same way adults do, because they’re often exposed to the same… (Read More)

In dentistry, technology continues to play a pivotal role in helping dentists improve patient care and treatment outcomes. At Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry in Oak Island & Bolivia, NC, one of the advanced dental tools we use is the 3D Dental Imaging. 3D dental imaging, also known as cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT), is an advanced… (Read More)

Did you know that sports-related injuries are the leading cause of emergency room visits for children and teenagers between the ages of 12-17? For children between the ages of 5-14, recreational activities (e.g., riding a bike) account for an estimated 3.2 million emergency room visits.  With statistics like these, it’s no wonder parents want to… (Read More)

We all want to keep our mouths healthy, especially as we get older.  But what kind of issues could affect your oral health as you age? That is a question that many adult seniors may be asking themselves, and if you are one of them, Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry hopes you find this information useful!… (Read More)

Oral cancer is a serious condition that develops in mouth tissues and affects thousands of people each year. At Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry in Bolivia & Oak Island, we offer oral cancer screening as a proactive measure taken to identify signs of oral cancer or precancerous conditions at an early stage. It involves a visual… (Read More)

Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry wants to tackle the issue of babies and water intake in today’s blog. Of course, water is the healthiest beverage available for kids and adults, particularly when it comes to oral hygiene, but in babies less than six months of age, water is a no-no.   Until babies are six months old,… (Read More)

You may think of our team at Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry as part of your child’s defensive line keeping them safe from gum disease and tooth decay, but we’re also myth busters! You’ve probably heard one of the most common misconceptions we have to challenge: dentistry isn’t important until after children lose their baby teeth. … (Read More)

When you’ve got your child’s first dental visit noted on the calendar, you might feel more anxious than they do as you approach the big day. At Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry, we want to help both of you relax and see there’s nothing to fear about having your smile cared for. Our team is kind… (Read More)

Today, Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry would like to discuss the unique dental characteristics of those with Down Syndrome. First teeth may arrive later. Children who have Down syndrome can get their first teeth anywhere from 12 to 24 months of age; they may not have a complete set of baby teeth until age 4 or… (Read More)