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August 15, 2014

Oral Cancer Screening & Your Health: What You Need to Know

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shutterstock_126406406When you think of a general dentistry checkup, the first things that come to mind are mostly likely x-rays, a cleaning, an exam, and some questions and answers regarding your hygiene routine. Another important part of your routine dental visit is oral cancer screening, a special exam that checks for signs of cancerous cells within the oral cavity. At Hampton Roads Center for Cosmetic Dentistry in Virginia Beach, VA, Dr. Carol Morgan and her team perform routine oral cancer screenings using the latest technology in the industry.

The Importance of Oral Cancer Screening

Oral cancer is an aggressive disease that is most easily and effectively treated when the condition is diagnosed early. Because many of the signs of oral cancer are not easily detected by patients at home, oral cancer screenings are performed at routine checkups approximately twice per year. Though a visit to our office is the only definitive way to diagnose a real problem, there are some more conspicuous signs you can watch for between appointments.

  • Red or white patches or lesions anywhere in the mouth
  • Unexplained tenderness, numbness, tingling, or any other odd sensation
  • Unusual bleeding
  • Recurring ulcers
  • Bumps or lumps on the tongue, gums, cheeks, lips, or other soft tissues
  • Difficulty or pain when chewing
  • Persistent hoarseness and/or sore throat

If you notice any of these issues, it is important that you schedule a visit with Dr. Morgan as soon as possible. We will work with you to reach an accurate diagnosis and begin the process of developing a treatment plan. Our team is here to help, serving as your trusted partner in a journey toward lifelong oral health and overall wellness.

Protect Your Smile with Dr. Morgan

At Hampton Roads Center for Cosmetic Dentistry, Dr. Morgan provides patients of all ages with the comprehensive care they need to enjoy a healthy, beautiful smile for a lifetime. Contact our office today to schedule your appointment and find out how our patient-centric approach and cutting-edge technology can benefit you and your family. Our office happily welcomes patients from Virginia Beach, VA and the surrounding areas, including Suffolk, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, and more.

July 1, 2014

Implant-Retained Dentures: Restore Your Complete Smile Today

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Shutterstock Senior Couple SmilingAre you one of the millions of Americans who wears dentures? Do you often find yourself wishing that there was a way to make them feel more comfortable and natural like real teeth? At Hampton Roads Center for Cosmetic Dentistry in Virginia Beach, VA, Dr. Carol Morgan offers a comprehensive selection of restorative dental solutions for patients just like you, including implant dentistry and implant-retained dentures.

Transform Your Smile and Your Life

While traditional dentures do serve a variety of functions, they don’t always prove the ideal solution for many patients. Ill-fitting dentures can be exceedingly uncomfortable and slip around, and the adhesives meant to hold them in place don’t always work so well. Patients who wear dentures may not be able to enjoy all of the foods they’d like to eat due to texture, and the fear that they will slip during conversation can make socializing awkward.

Fortunately, there is a lasting solution available to patients looking to enjoy a full, beautiful smile without the hassles normally associated with dentures: implant-retained dentures from Dr. Morgan. Custom-fitted, meticulously crafted dentures can be attached to the jaw itself using utilizing the proven power of dental implants. Implant-retained dentures are firmly secured to implanted posts within the bone of the jaw so they look, feel, and function just like natural teeth. You’ll love your results, finally feeling confident in the way you look and feel.

A Completely Revitalized Smile

Replacing missing teeth is an integral step in reclaiming your overall oral health, regardless of your age. At Hampton Roads Center for Cosmetic Dentistry, we invite you to explore your options for repair and rejuvenation with our wide array of restorative dentistry procedures, including implant-retained dentures. Contact us today to schedule your consultation with Dr. Morgan and her caring, compassionate staff in Virginia Beach, VA. Our practice also serves patients from the surrounding areas of Portsmouth, Chesapeake, Suffolk, Norfolk, and beyond.

June 2, 2014

Orthodontic Treatment for Your Entire Family in Virginia Beach, VA

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shutterstock_155143982If your smile suffers from one or more of the most common alignment issues – including gaps, crowding, underbite, overbite, or crossbite – then you know how orthodontic problems can affect your life. Whether you are an adult who feels you have waited too long to seek teeth-straightening treatment or the parent of a little one with orthodontic concerns, Dr. Carol Morgan is here to help. At Hampton Roads Center for Cosmetic Dentistry in Virginia Beach, VA, we believe every patient deserves to enjoy straight teeth and a healthy smile. That’s why we offer an all-encompassing menu of orthodontic solutions to fit your unique lifestyle.

The Importance of a Straighter Smile

People with straight, healthy teeth tend to be perceived as more attractive, charismatic, and even successful. If your teeth are misaligned, gapped, or crowded, you may feel hesitant to show your smile when the mood strikes. Having straighter teeth helps patients who would otherwise feel self-conscious about their smile share it with the world.

Though the cosmetic benefits of straight teeth are quite clear, many patients don’t realize how the alignment of your teeth actually affects overall oral health. Teeth that are properly aligned are inherently easier to clean, making them less susceptible to problems like tooth decay. In addition, straighter teeth tend to result in a more comfortable bite, thereby reducing a patient’s risk of developing common issues like temporomandibular joint disorder, or TMJ.

Call Dr. Morgan today to explore our range of orthodontic treatment, including traditional braces, Invisalign clear aligners, and everything in between. We look forward to becoming your trusted source for orthodontic treatment.

Schedule Your Appointment with Dr. Morgan Today

Whether you are an adult who is unhappy with your smile due to alignment issues or you are the parent of a child in need of orthodontic treatment, we are here to help. Contact our office today to schedule your consultation with Dr. Morgan and discover the difference our commitment, experience, and advanced technology can make in your smile. Our family-friendly practice in Virginia Beach, VA proudly serves patients from throughout the surrounding areas as well, including Suffolk, Portsmouth, Chesapeake, Norfolk, and more.

May 2, 2014

Tooth-Colored Fillings for a Beautifully Healthy Smile in Virginia Beach

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shutterstock_140401018Dental fillings are the most common restorative dentistry service performed in America, helping to preserve natural teeth and protect delicate internal structures from further decay. Previously, fillings were composed of an amalgam of silver, mercury, copper, and tin, though now dental technology offers us the ability to fill a cavity with something much better: tooth-colored fillings. At Hampton Roads Center for Cosmetic Dentistry in Virginia Beach, VA, Dr. Carol Morgan and her team offer a variety of cosmetic, restorative, and general dentistry services, including tooth-colored fillings.

Tooth-Colored Fillings: Form & Function

Though scientific research has yet to prove the existence of health risks associated with amalgam fillings, many patients and doctors tend to prefer alternatives that do not contain mercury. Mercury itself, which comprises about 50 percent of the amalgam in silver fillings, is toxic to humans; however, whether or not mercury in fillings can be harmful continues to stand for debate. Fortunately, there is a preferable alternative to dark metal amalgams: composite resin fillings.

Because they are color-matched to the shade of your natural teeth, composite resin fillings blend seamlessly with the rest of your smile. There is no more worry or self-consciousness surrounding dark metal fillings when you smile or laugh, and the materials used offer even better structural stability than their amalgam counterparts. The end result is a beautiful smile that is protected from decay and damage, and even stronger than before.

Schedule Your Consultation Today

Whether you are in need of a new filling or you’d like to learn more about how Dr. Morgan replaces amalgam fillings with beautiful tooth-colored composites, our team is here to help. Contact our office in Virginia Beach, VA today to schedule your appointment. Our family-friendly dental practice happily welcomes patients from the surrounding areas of Portsmouth, Suffolk, Norfolk, Chesapeake, and beyond. We can’t wait to help improve your smile and enhance your overall oral health!

April 10, 2014

Understanding Root Canal Therapy with Dr. Carol Morgan in Virginia Beach, VA

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Shutterstock Mouth PainWhen most people think of a root canal, the first thing that comes to mind is an uncomfortable procedure they’d just as soon rather avoid. Root canal therapy, however, doesn’t have to be painful, and it can actually help save an ailing tooth before extraction becomes necessary. At Hampton Roads Center for Cosmetic Dentistry in Virginia Beach, VA, Dr. Carol Morgan and her team offer exceptionally gentle, effective endodontic care to patients in need of root canal therapy – providing relief from pain and fostering continued oral health and wellness.

Do I Need a Root Canal?

There are a number of reasons that a person might find themselves in need of root canal treatment. The most common is deep decay of the internal structures of a tooth. If an infection is allowed to penetrate to the pulp of the tooth, the bacteria must be completely eliminated to prevent further damage and pain. Other events that may result in the need for root canal therapy include a fractured tooth or an injury to the gums.

Anytime bacteria is able to reach the pulp (the innermost structure of your tooth that contains nerve endings) of a tooth, that tooth becomes susceptible to infection. The earlier you visit Dr. Morgan’s office, the better able she is to help you save your tooth and eradicate the pain caused by the infection.

Schedule Your Appointment Today

If you or someone in your family is experiencing pain or swelling anywhere in your mouth, please contact our office as soon as possible to schedule your appointment. Root canal therapy may be the treatment you need to preserve your tooth and alleviate your pain. From our conveniently located practice in Virginia Beach, VA, Dr. Morgan warmly welcomes patients from throughout the surrounding areas of Suffolk, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Chesapeake, and more. We look forward to serving you and your family!

March 11, 2014

The Importance of Treating Gum Disease with Periodontal Therapy from Dr. Morgan

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Shutterstock Perio HealthPeriodontal disease, more commonly referred to simply as gum disease, is a common oral health condition that affects approximately 80 percent of adults in America today. Though most frequently associated with gum redness, sensitivity and bleeding, periodontal disease can actually lead to far more severe health complications. At Hampton Roads Center for Cosmetic Dentistry in Virginia Beach, VA, Dr. Carol F. Morgan treats patients with gum disease with specialized periodontal therapy, helping them maintain their dental health as well as their overall physical well-being.

Hidden Hazards of Gum Disease

Clinical research has shown that gum disease is the leading preventable cause of tooth loss in adults in the United States. Tooth loss comes along with its own set of undesirable effects, including deterioration of bone tissue in the jaw. When periodontal disease is left untreated, bacterial present along and beneath the gum line can spread rapidly throughout the blood stream. Some of the potentially life-threatening health complications that have been linked to gum disease include the following:

  • Blood cancer and pancreatic cancer
  • Rheumatoid arthritis in various joints
  • Increased risk of heart attack and stroke
  • Coronary artery disease
  • Preterm birth (and resulting low birth weight) in pregnant women affected by gum disease
  • Degeneration of brain tissue (possibly linked to Alzheimer’s disease)
  • Poorly managed diabetes

While periodontal therapy cannot yet cure chronic gum disease, it can help keep the bacteria that cause it at bay for improved health. Dr. Morgan can explain the many benefits of this procedure during your consultation in our office.

Saving Your Teeth, Saving Your Life

If you or someone in your family is experiencing any of the common symptoms of periodontal disease, it’s not too late to seek treatment to reduce your chances of developing even more serious health problems. Contact our office in Virginia Beach, VA today and find out how periodontal therapy can help you reclaim your oral health. We also happily serve patients from throughout Suffolk, Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth and the surrounding communities. Give us a call or visit our office to find out more. We look forward to seeing your smile!

February 10, 2014

National Children’s Dental Health Month is Here! Celebrate with Dr. Carol Morgan

Filed under: Children's Dentistry,Family Dentistry,General Dentistry,Uncategorized,Virginia Beach Cosmetic Dentist — Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , — admin @ 10:55 pm

Shutterstock Little Girl at DentistEvery year in February, the American Dental Association observes National Children’s Dental Health Month, teaming up with family dental practices across America to raise awareness of early oral health and hygiene. At Hampton Roads Center for Cosmetic Dentistry in Virginia Beach, VA, Dr. Carol Morgan and her caring team would like to take this opportunity to emphasize the significance of children’s dental care. Our comprehensive array of general and preventive dental services serves as the fundamental building blocks for your child’s future oral health.

Early Care for a Lifetime of Smiles

When your child begins to learn about how important dental care is at a young age, that lesson is likely to remain throughout adolescence and into adulthood. Finding the right family dentist to care for your child is crucial, and we want to be the ones that help you introduce this vital part of life to your little ones. From the moment they step into our lobby, your children will feel comfortable, safe and welcome. We’ll also make sure that you, as parents, are informed regarding your child’s treatment along every step of the way.

At Hampton Roads Center for Cosmetic Dentistry, we believe that prevention is the best cure for all oral health concerns, including the common ones that affect children most often. To prevent tooth decay and strengthen enamel, Dr. Morgan may suggest sealants and fluoride treatments. If your little one plays sports, we can provide a custom-made, athletic mouth guard that protects teeth and gums from injury.

Keeping Little Pearly Whites Healthy

Whether your child is due for his or her first dental appointment, or simply needs to visit for a routine checkup, Dr. Morgan and her experienced staff can help! Contact us at our office in Virginia Beach, VA today to see what a difference our warm, welcoming approach can make in your child’s dental experience. We also proudly serve families from throughout the surrounding areas of Suffolk, Portsmouth, Norfolk, Chesapeake and beyond.

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Carol F. Morgan, D.D.S.
984 First Colonial Road, Suite 101
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