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Traditionally, dentists have used what’s known as amalgam, or special metal alloys, to fill cavities. However, modern dental medicine has advanced to the point that Dr. Aaron Wilharm can offer Oak Island and Bolivia patients a much better option for filling holes caused by tooth decay: composite fillings. At Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry®, we would like… (Read More)

We at Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry® understand that dental insurance can be a tricky thing to navigate. Evaluating dental plans and considering deductibles, benefits, which treatments are covered, and the mountain of other information insurance companies provide can be a headache in and of itself. Dr. Wilharm, Dr. Harrington, Dr. Miller, and Dr. Hohl wants every… (Read More)

Don’t be Afraid of the Dentist! We at Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry® know that some Bolivia and Oak Island folks avoid the dentist’s chair like the plague. According to studies at the Dental Fears Research Clinic at the University of Washington, as much as 8% of Americans are too afraid to go to dentists and… (Read More)

One of the most common and destructive myths about dental hygiene is that it’s normal for gums to bleed. Dr. Wilharm, Dr. Harrington, Dr. Miller, and Dr. Hohl would like everyone in Bolivia and Oak Island to know that this is not the case! Imagine if we weren’t talking about gums- should any part of… (Read More)

Dr. Wilharm, Dr. Harrington, Dr. Miller and Dr. Hohl are not the type of dentist that will tell Bolivia residents they can’t ever eat candy. In fact, none of us at Coastal Cosmetic Dentistry will tell you that, because we all love candy. Everyone loves candy! However, we also love teeth, and you can’t eat… (Read More)

Every Bolivia and Oak Island parent remembers seeing their baby’s first teeth emerge, watching the rest pop up, and finally cheering as their child loses their first baby tooth, all in the blink of an eye! In fact, baby teeth come and go so quickly that some people are led believe they don’t have an impact… (Read More)