Summer in Charlotte has a rhythm all its own. For many, it involves grabbing lunch and a cold drink at Suffolk Punch Brewing and cooling off with a scoop from Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams in South End on a humid afternoon. Unfortunately, you may notice that first bite of ice cream sending a sharp jolt through ...
When most people picture an overcrowded emergency room, they imagine heart attacks, broken bones, or injuries from accidents, not dental pain. Yet in North Carolina and across the country, toothaches and oral infections send thousands of people to the ER every year. For many individuals, the emergency room isn't just the last place they want to go; it's the only ...
The end of the year is rapidly approaching. You’ve taken care of your body all year, made mindful choices about your health, and invested in your holistic well-being. Your dental insurance represents part of that investment, and yet many people unknowingly leave hundreds of unused dollars behind when the calendar turns to January. Your dental benefits don’t roll over into ...
Heading out for a long-awaited vacation? While packing your swimsuit and sunglasses, don’t forget the ultimate accessory—a brilliant smile!
Taking a few simple dental care steps can help you avoid unexpected pain or problems while traveling and maintain your oral health throughout your trip.
Whether you're going across the country or around the world, ...
Updated in June of 2026
Your enamel is like the superhero of your teeth. It’s the ultimate defense against decay and keeps your smile strong and healthy. But even superheroes have their kryptonite, and for enamel, it’s acid. Acidic foods and drinks can cause acid erosion and worn teeth, slowly weakening your enamel and leaving your teeth more vulnerable to damage. ...
Brushing and flossing are great, but there's more to keeping your smile healthy than meets the eye. Did you know your mouth's pH plays a major role in your oral health? A balanced oral pH isn't just a science experiment—it's your secret weapon for happy, healthy teeth and gums. It helps good bacteria thrive, keeps acidity in check, and guards ...
Are you afraid of losing your teeth? Have fear and past experiences kept you from visiting the dentist? If so, we’d like to encourage you to call Gentry Dental. Please keep reading to learn more about what to expect from our judgment-free dental office.
At Gentry Dental, we realize there are numerous ...
Updated in April of 2026
Walk into any drugstore and you'll find an entire aisle dedicated to toothpaste, dozens of brands, formulas, and claims all competing for your attention. Whitening, sensitivity relief, enamel protection, charcoal, fluoride-free, the options are genuinely overwhelming, and most people end up grabbing whatever's on sale or whatever they've always used out of habit.
But here's what many ...
Your toothbrush and floss are responsible for keeping your teeth and gums healthy between checkups and teeth cleanings in Charlotte, NC. So, starting your oral hygiene sessions with a clean toothbrush and a fresh length of dental floss only makes sense.
Let’s explore the type of toothbrush you should use, how to clean it correctly, and signs you need a replacement.
The holidays are here, and it’s a joyous time filled with friends, family, and lots of tempting foods. It’s a time to indulge and enjoy, but following a few simple tips from Gentry Dental will help keep your smile healthy throughout the holidays and beyond.
1. Avoid hard, sugary candies like candy canes that stay in your mouth for extended periods ...
October marks not only the start of fall and the holiday season to come but also National Dental Hygiene Month! For those who don’t know, National Dental Hygiene Month is an opportunity to promote strong oral hygiene practices in our communities and recognize the dental professionals whose dedicated work keeps our smiles strong, healthy, and radiant!
We’re here today to ...
Some of the most straightforward steps that you can take to support your long-term dental health are the most effective. At home, this involves a committed dental care routine that includes brushing and flossing at least twice a day, rinsing regularly with antibacterial mouthwash, and limiting your consumption of especially sugary foods and drinks.
In addition, regular appointments with your family ...
When it comes to lowering your cavity risks, your Charlotte, NC, dentist follows guidelines put forward by the American Dental Association:
Other good habits include quitting smoking and reducing sugary and acidic foods and drinks.
Remember, tooth decay ...
Welcome to our comprehensive Charlotte dental practice! At Gentry Dental, our state-of-the-art, spa-like dental environment caters to patients who expect individualized, high-quality dentistry. You and your family can expect a first-rate level of treatment, including:
Breaking or fracturing your tooth can be a traumatic event that can dim your smile and shake your self-esteem. People commonly break their teeth from biting down on something hard like ice, falling or hitting their face, infection, or tooth decay.
Through modern advancements in dentistry, most broken teeth are simple problems that we can fix with the use of state-of-the-art ...
Though we don't hear as much about it, oral cancer is one of the deadliest forms of cancer; did you know that it is responsible for one death every 24 hours in America? The reason for these dismal statistics is not because oral cancer is difficult to diagnose, but rather because it is often not discovered until its later stages, ...