Coming out of the holidays, when candy and desserts have been abundant, Dr. Robert Harrell and the dedicated team at Adult Dentistry of Ballantyne remind you to pay extra attention to your teeth. Left unattended to, your smile can suffer dramatically, even leading to a possible serious infection known as a dental abscess that can [...]
Dr. Robert Harrell and his outstanding team at Adult Dentistry of Ballantyne take the time to get to know each patient at their bustling practice. Feeling comfortable and relaxed is a vital component of ensuring success for any dental visit. Dr. Harrell has been voted a top Charlotte Dentist year after year, in part, because [...]
The days of unsightly metal fillings are over. With tooth-colored fillings, your smile will remain bright and natural looking. And, studies show that a brilliant smile can make you look 10 years younger. Now is the perfect time to schedule an appointment to repair a cavity with a tooth-colored filling, or to have your existing [...]
Porcelain dental bridges are a a great option when patients are missing teeth. A porcelain dental bridge uses adjacent teeth to "bridge" the gap and hold one or more replacement porcelain teeth in place. The result is a natural looking smile that is completely comfortable and restores the normal function for your teeth. [...]
Some people in Charlotte, NC think the decision of whether or not to replace a missing tooth is a simple matter based purely on vanity. If the missing tooth is evident when you smile -- replace it. If the gap can’t be seen, it’s okay to leave well enough alone. Unfortunately, this is a very [...]
If you have neglected your teeth and gums for years, full mouth reconstructive dentistry might be necessary for recovering your smile. Of course, it is essential that your complete dental restoration be handled by a professional with the know-how and skill to provide the most thorough and efficient procedure possible. Dr. Robert Harrell at Adult [...]
At Adult Dentistry of Ballantyne, tooth-colored fillings are recommended for all patients with cavities. Although silver and mercury have been used to fill cavities for more than 100 years, there are issues with both substances that lead us to discourage their use. Metal fillings can weaken the structure of the tooth by expanding and contracting [...]
