February 1, 2016
Expectant moms need dental care to keep babies and themselves healthy. Virginia Beach family dentist, Dr. Carol Morgan, tells you why.
Congratulations on becoming a mom! This important time in your life is marked by big physiological changes. Learn from Virginia Beach family dentist, Dr. Carol Morgan, why dental care is vital to you and your little one throughout the 9 months of pregnancy. (more…)
January 6, 2016
Happy New Year! We hope you and your family are enjoying a wonderful start to 2016. Right now, we’ve all got fresh starts and new beginnings on our minds, and so we thought it would be the perfect time to talk to you about the importance of preventive dental care. You can improve your oral and overall health by resolving to visit Dr. Morgan, your dentist in Virginia Beach, for both your six month visits in 2016. Keep reading to learn more, then contact our office to schedule your first checkup today!
December 3, 2015
As your dentist in Virginia Beach, Dr. Carol Morgan is focused on your oral health. That includes more than just preventing and repairing cavities — your gum health is also crucial to maintaining healthy teeth that last a lifetime. Unfortunately, too many Americans allow their gum health to suffer. In fact, 75 percent of Americans suffer from some form of gum disease. Are you one of them? Keep reading to learn more about the condition, its prevention and periodontal treatment today.
November 30, 2015
There are a few essentials you and your family can’t get by without. A safe home, a good school system and maybe a gallon of ice cream in the freezer. We’d also like to add an excellent dentist to the list — because without good oral health, everyone’s happiness suffers. Choosing the best dentist in Virginia Beach, VA can be difficult, but not when you keep these four tips in mind.
October 8, 2015
If you’ve got crowded, gapped or otherwise misaligned teeth, you may not realize that those problems are affecting more than your self-confidence — they’re actually interfering with your dental health. Misalignments in teeth give leftover food particles and bacteria ample room to build up, and can make proper brushing and flossing more difficult. And when bacteria builds up, tooth decay and even gum disease can soon follow. Yes, it’s important to your dental and overall health to straighten those teeth — but don’t think that means metal wires and brackets. Learn more about the benefits of Invisalign in Virginia Beach from your trusted cosmetic dentist, Dr. Morgan.
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September 8, 2015
As a parent, it’s your job to ensure your kids stay as healthy as possible as they grow. This is very important for many reasons, but none more than for the simple fact that they deserve to live a full, healthy life. Oral health is closely connected to overall health. When one isn’t operating efficiently, the other will likely suffer. We don’t want any part of your oral health being less-than ideal, so it’s important to help keep your children’s smiles looking and feeling beautiful. What are some ways to help encourage them to practice great dental hygiene habits? You’re about to find out. It’s just one more way we like to help our patients and their families.
Our Virginia Beach, VA dentist, Dr. Carol Morgan, cares about your family and wants them to experience some of the top dental services in the area. We also have a professional staff that is courteous to your needs and can help make you comfortable throughout a procedure. We’re glad that you’ve decided to join our dental family. Your kids will be like our own and we’ll make sure they receive the best dental treatment possible. Great dental health begins at home and ends with us. By heeding our advice, you’ll be able to help them achieve great results and enjoy fantastic oral health as they grow. We have the family dentist Virginia Beach residents can trust.
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August 17, 2015
Oral health problems should be taken seriously. Period. Any problems that arise in your mouth should be treated immediately. It doesn’t matter whether it’s a cavity, abscess tooth, missing tooth or whatever else – it needs prompt attention. Our office in Virginia Beach, VA wants you to know that you have a caring dental staff by your side in case the unexpected occurs. We handle all sorts of dental cases and have seen our fair share of them. Without going into too much detail, let’s just say that there have been some smiles we’ve worked on that have been a little less than perfect. But, that’s okay. We strive to provide a comfortable environment for all of our patients while giving them some of the best dental treatment in the great state of Virginia. Dr. Carol Morgan is well-known for her gentle care and top-quality dental services. She’s the dentist Virginia Beach residents go to whenever they’re in pain. She doesn’t do it alone – the entire dental team at Hampton Roads Center for Cosmetic Dentistry lends a hand in creating a memorable experience for all of our patients. If you have a dental problem that needs fixing, come to us first.
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July 17, 2015
If you truly are what you eat, then the mouth is the gateway to a strong, healthy body. You need healthy teeth and gums to breakdown healthy, nutritious foods to support your whole body health, no surprise there. What if we told you that infection and decay in your mouth could be harmful to your entire body? At Hampton Roads Center for Cosmetic Dentistry, we know that the connection between your oral and whole body health is about more than digestion, and we’re dedicated to patient education and preventive care. Call to schedule a checkup with Dr. Carol Morgan at our convenient Virginia Beach, VA office.
You may know that swapping sugary, starchy foods for more nutrient rich meals will help improve your health from head to toe, but did you know that the mouth-body connection goes deeper? Recent studies have shown a significant link between oral health and numerous systemic diseases. The most significant impact on health occurs with people suffering from periodontal (gum) disease. Patients who suffer from gum disease are at a higher risk for blood clots, stroke, cardiovascular disease, and gum diseases is known to cause difficulties for patients who are pregnant or who have diabetes.
Brushing twice a day and flossing once a day is great start, but plaque and tartar bond to your enamel and build up overtime even with the most stringent at home care and dietary restrictions. We recommend visiting Hampton Roads Center for Cosmetic Dentistry every six months for a thorough teeth cleaning with one of our skilled dental hygienists. These cleanings remove even the most solidly bonded plaque, and ensure the plaque causing bacteria don’t do further damage causing infection or inflammation.
Dental checkups and hygiene appointments also allow us the opportunity to screen for numerous conditions that effect more than just your smile. Our dental care professionals screen for gum disease, tooth decay, oral cancer, bruxism (teeth grinding or clenching), and TMJ disorder at every appointment. Early detection of these potentially detrimental health issues allows our team to treat the underlying causes and make recommendations for changes or additions to your at-home care routine.
Our teeth change throughout our lives and dental health varies from person to person. Let Dr. Morgan help you care for your teeth at any stage of life. Our practice provides dental sealants to block out cavities in susceptible, young smiles. Men are at a much higher risk for gum disease, and should be screened regularly and receive an extremely thorough cleaning around the gum line from our hygienists. Women are more likely to suffer from bruxism which can cause the biting surface of teeth to have deep grooves and ridges that are susceptible to bacterial growth. A nightguard to reduce the effects of bruxism, and dental sealants can be utilized to protect your teeth from harmful decay. Pregnant women often suffer from a form of gum disease referred to as pregnancy gingivitis that is linked to preterm or underweight birth. We recommend visiting us if you’re newly pregnant or planning to be pregnant to ensure your teeth and gums are healthy. As we age, our bones become susceptible to osteoporosis. Dentists are often the first to know. Periodic dental x-rays from Dr. Morgan can help alert you to potential bone density loss.
We want our patients to be happy and healthy and keep their beautiful smiles for a life time. Regular dental checkups and teeth cleanings paired with excellent at-home oral hygiene is the first step towards a happier healthier you. Call to schedule your checkup with Dr. Carol Morgan and the superior Hampton Roads Center for Cosmetic Dentistry team. Our Virginia Beach, VA office is worth the drive from nearby locations Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and beyond.
