When was the last time you had a dental checkup? Most individuals need a dental check-up every six months. If you have an increased risk for oral diseases, we advise you to receive an examination every four months. Welcome to Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte – Dr. Christopher A. Bowman Christopher Bowman, DDS, of Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte is accepting new patients. If you do not currently have a dentist or are not happy with your provider, we invite you to learn about our practice and meet our team. We are certain that you will like what you find. Many patients entrust us with their ..read more

If you want to restore your smile due to extensive tooth loss, you have an essential decision. Will you choose standard dentures? Will you choose tooth implants? There is no contest when you consider the advantages of dental implants from Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte. Let’s compare conventional removable dentures and dental implant procedures. Feel Dentures sit right on the gums. An adhesive is used to help maintain the daily fit A permanent dental implant is surgically fixed into the jawbone similar to one’s original teeth. Dentures fit like there is an obstruction in one’s mouth. Denture ..read more

Hello, friends and neighbors in Charlotte! Welcome to our dentistry blog at Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte – Dr. Chris Bowman. This site is for my admired patients and anyone in the Charlotte area who is looking for a local experienced and friendly general and family dentist. We are taking new patients at Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte – Dr. Chris Bowman. I invite you to call 704-337-8070 to schedule an evaluation. I’m not talking about an ordinary dental evaluation, although I will certainly examine your teeth and gums thoroughly and advise you on any required preventative or restorative n ..read more

When you see photos of famous actors and actresses, they all look like they have flawless teeth. Some may be natural. Some may be Photoshopped. Have you ever noticed that some famous men and women with perfect smiles didn’t have the best teeth early in their careers? Those who wanted to improve their smiles took advantage of cosmetic dentistry. Whether it’s porcelain veneers or a complete smile makeover—cosmetic dentistry from Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte can improve any smile. Can ordinary people obtain a celebrity-caliber smile? Absolutely! In recent years there has been a significant in ..read more

Can you recall what your teeth looked like before you had your first cavity? When you opened your mouth to laugh or yawn, the people with you could see only pearly white molar surfaces. (Unless, of course, you had been munching Oreos.) Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte – Dr. Christopher A. Bowman can help restore that look. If you are like many men and women, you started developing cavities fairly young and started receiving the ubiquitous silver amalgam fillings that were used by family dentists. As the years went by, two fillings became three. Then three fillings may have become four. Now whe ..read more

Many Charlotte residents are afraid to go to the dentist. For some people with dental anxiety, it’s because they had a painful experience at the dentist when they were young. Others fear needles or a perceived lack of control. Another oft-cited reason individuals are scared of the dentist is the dreaded dental drill. If you need dental treatment and are putting it off, Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte has wonderful news. It may not require a dental drill! Drill-less Dentistry Drill-less dentistry is also called air abrasion or microabrasion. Air abrasion can be used for all types of denta ..read more

We are Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte – Dr. Christopher A. Bowman, located at 1618 E Morehead St Ste 100 in Charlotte. If you are looking for an experienced family dentist, we invite you to come in for a consultation. Nervous? You Are Not Alone The very idea of visiting a dentist holds a negative connotation for many people. If you are an adult with dental anxiety, here are a few guidance that may help ease you into consistent dental checkups and put you on the path toward enriched oral health and quality of life. Choose a dentist who is appropriate for your needs. If you decide to schedule a ..read more

Hello, and welcome to Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte – Dr. Christopher A. Bowman. Today’s post focuses on fluoride: ‘What is it, exactly, and why is it so beneficial to your dental health?’ The Miracle Mineral Fluoride is a mineral, plain and simple. Fluoride is contained in different foods as well as in water. Many adjust the fluoride content of their municipal water. Fluoride is also added to dental products. This makes it possible for you to apply fluoride to your teeth when you brush your teeth or use mouth rinses. And why would you want to put fluoride on your teeth? Because it will hel ..read more

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 25% of adults over 65 have no original teeth. Many people with missing teeth or no teeth at all choose dentures. This is understandable. It’s difficult to eat and speak with no teeth in the mouth. And a toothless mouth is not an attractive look for anyone. At Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte, our team knows the downfall of certain dentures. 13 Problems With Dentures 1. Dentures usually fit properly at first, but the mouth changes as you age. Normal wear and tear take their toll. Eventually, the dentures will need to be relined or repl ..read more

Our teeth work hard and are constantly under attack. It’s no wonder that nature encases them with an armor of enamel—the hardest substance in the body. Tragically, enamel erosion is extremely common, though largely preventable. Enamel’s chief enemies are acidic foods and beverages. Other factors that can weaken enamel or wear it away are some medications, tooth grinding, acid reflux, gastrointestinal ailments, chewing ice or other hard substances, and eating disorders. At Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte – Dr. Christopher A. Bowman, we educate our patients about how to keep their enamel strong ..read more