It’s Friday night and you’re looking forward to some leisure time after your long week at work. Tonight, in particular, should be fun since you’re headed to a birthday party of one of your good friends. You just have one concern: your breath. No matter how many times you brush and use mouthwash, you just can’t seem to make your bad breath go away. You know you’ll be talking to people up close, so you brush really well right before you head out the door and cross your fingers that this time, it does the trick.

Can you relate to this scenario? If so, you may feel at a loss for what to do. It seems like the obvious solution is good brushing, but if that hasn’t worked what else can you try? Don’t worry – the solution is easier than you may have realized! In this blog, your dentist in north Raleigh explains that gum disease can be a potential cause of your bad breath and what you can do about it.

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Did you have fillings placed at a young age? If so, there’s a good chance they were made of metal or silver as these were more commonly used in previous decades. While your old dentist emphasized their strength and longevity, they may not have mentioned the possible damage it can cause to your teeth today. Without replacing them, you’re more likely to experience consequences that could have been avoided. Your dentist in North Raleigh is here to lend a hand.

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That time of the year has come again. Duke and UNC are preparing to square off on the parquet floor. You’ve secured your tickets in advance and can’t wait to go. There’s one problem, though, that you just can’t seem to get around. You have missing teeth, which means that you won’t be able to enjoy your favorite snacks during the game like you used to. And if you can’t get the whole experience, it’s just not going to be the same. Since you bought your tickets far enough in advance, you have some time to make a decision about how to address this. You’re considering two options, either dentures or implants, but you’d like to know more about each one. Thankfully, your trusted dentist in North Raleigh has some insight to share on the two procedures.

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Whether you’re trying to just change a few things about your smile or revamp all of your teeth, you need a cosmetic dentist you can trust.

To find the cosmetic dentist of your dreams, you may need to ask a few questions—not just to your potential dentist, but to yourself, too. After all, choosing to get cosmetic dentistry in North Raleigh is a big decision to make—but so worth it!

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When it comes to dental insurance, wouldn’t it be nice if you could say NO to restrictions, limitations, and costly surprises — while also saying YES to a beautiful and healthy smile (at a price you won’t mind paying)?

Of course it would. And that’s why your dentist in North Raleigh is pleased to be offering an in-office savings plan! You can have exceptional, friendly dental care for as low as $349 per year, and kids and families save even more. That’s important savings on preventive dental care, especially — the stuff that keeps your smile clean and healthy for life.

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Does your spouse complain about your loud snoring every night? Maybe you are tired throughout the day because you just cannot seem to sleep soundly? If this sounds familiar, you could be among the 18 million Americans who suffer from a sleep disorder known as sleep apnea. This condition causes numerous pauses in breathing several times while sleeping due to an obstruction in the airway. Without proper treatment, it can have deadly consequences as your risk for health conditions, like cardiovascular disease, significantly increases. To restore your quality of life and to protect your health, you need sleep apnea therapy in North Raleigh.
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When you’ve lost teeth, you need a replacement option that blends beautifully with the rest of your smile — especially if those gaps are in the front of the mouth. The best solution by far is with dental implants, titanium posts that support a prosthetic tooth for a truly comprehensive replacement. Because they mimic the tooth structure so closely, dental implants also a highly cosmetic option. Keep reading to find out more about all that can be done with dental implants in Raleigh from Dr. Philip A. Lisk!

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According to the Association of Health Care Journalists, 91% of adults aged 20-64 have cavities and up to 27% of those have existing tooth decay that’s yet to be addressed. How come so many people have cases of tooth decay and developed cavities? It may be what they’re eating and drinking! That’s right, nutrition—or lack thereof—plays a vital role in how healthy your teeth are. Your dentist in North Raleigh, Dr. Philip A. Lisk, wants you to know what foods to indulge in and which ones to avoid to optimize your oral health.

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