Why Choose Invisalign Over Braces

If you want to straighten your teeth without the hassle of braces, then Invisalign might be for you! At Charlotte Progressive Dentistry, we want you to be able to have strong healthy teeth that look and feel great without having to go through the discomfort that often accompanies braces. Here are a few reasons why […]

How Invisalign Treatment Moves Teeth

Invisalign

Are you looking to improve your smile with straight teeth, but are wanting something more discreet than traditional braces? At Charlotte Progressive Dentistry, we strive to provide patients with both convenience and high-quality care. One option include a straighter smile with Invisalign treatments. Keep reading to learn more about this treatment and schedule an appointment […]

Holiday Foods That Are Bad For Your Teeth

The holidays are the perfect time to unwind and enjoy things you wouldn’t normally get to during the rest of the year. From family members you haven’t seen in a year to your favorite decadent meals, everyone looks forward to the holiday season in one way or another. While those holiday foods may taste amazing, […]

What To Do If You Have A Dental Emergency

What to do if you have a dental emergency

Dental emergencies can happen anytime and anywhere, and they usually happen when you least expect them. You could be driving in your car on the way to work when you feel a sudden and immediately painful twinge in your jaw, or enjoying a bit of camping with your family out in the middle of nowhere […]

Which Foods Will Stain Your Teeth?

Spaghetti and other foods that can stain your teeth

We humans love eating food! Not only is it necessary for our survival, but food can taste darned good given the right chemical ingredients. With the number of taste buds we have on our tongues, it’s no surprise that food has played a defining part in our cultures, histories, and stories since the beginning of […]

The Effects Your Gums Have On Your Health

The effects your gums have on your health

Your gums are important. They help hold your teeth in place, shield them from damage, and act as a skin to protect your mouth from bacteria. Recently, it has been discovered that your gums may also play a major factor in other parts of your health too. Charlotte Progressive Dentistry knows that your gums are […]

Taking Care Of Your Toothbrush

How to take care of your toothbrush

You may have been told otherwise, but your toothbrush will not last as long as you do. Even though most modern toothbrushes are made of very durable materials, they are like anything else that gets used on a daily basis — the more you use them, the more they break down.  Current technology has come […]

The Truth About Flossing

A report by the Associated Press released in 2016 suggested that flossing no longer has the sheen of respectability that it once did. According to the report, flossing is no longer a fundamental part of the daily dental care routine, despite what we’ve all been hearing our entire lives from dental experts. Why now, after […]

Teeth Whitening: Is It Right For You?

Is teeth whitening right for you

You may think that teeth whitening is a fad of modern civilization, but you’d be wrong. Humans have been using various chemicals, liquids, and components to whiten their teeth since at least 3000 B.C, when some enterprising soul in Egypt invented a concoction of ground pumice stone mixed with wine vinegar to “clean” the teeth […]

The Complete Guide To General Dentistry

The complete guide to general dentistry

As the leading provider of general dentistry services in Charlotte, North Carolina, Charlotte Progressive Dentistry is passionate about providing comprehensive dental care to adults and children of all ages. General dentistry involves an array of dental procedures, and its main goal is to help you preserve your natural teeth for as long as possible. Your […]