Graham E. Farless, DDS, PA

Are Cavities Really That Bad?

By Graham E. Farless, DDS, PA / November 30, 2016 / Comments Off on Are Cavities Really That Bad?

Are cavities really that bad? They may not seem like a big deal. We eat too much sugar and forget to brush enough and eventually our teeth begin to decay. Tooth decay is just another way our bodies let us know that something is out of balance. Tooth decay happens for a multitude of reasons…

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Thanksgiving Dental Tips: Football Players Aren’t the Only Ones Playing

By Graham E. Farless, DDS, PA / November 24, 2016 / Comments Off on Thanksgiving Dental Tips: Football Players Aren’t the Only Ones Playing

Thanksgiving is all about eating loads of food. Take a moment to consider these Thankgiving dental tips and save your teeth the stress. Instead of focusing on all of the snacks lying around before the big meal, limit yourself to the healthier variety. Carbs are sugars in disguise, and sugars are never good for your…

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November Is National Sleep Comfort Month – Sleep Apnea and Teeth Grinding

By Graham E. Farless, DDS, PA / November 17, 2016 / Comments Off on November Is National Sleep Comfort Month – Sleep Apnea and Teeth Grinding

November is National Sleep Comfort Month and it’s important to remember how important sleep is to our overall health. Sleep apnea and teeth grinding can rob you of precious hours of recovery sleep. Let’s take a look at possible solutions to helping you get a better nights rest. Science has yet to understand why we…

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National Diabetes Month and Halloween: What’s the Deal?

By Graham E. Farless, DDS, PA / October 31, 2016 / Comments Off on National Diabetes Month and Halloween: What’s the Deal?

Happy Halloween to you! The one day a year where your little one can pretend they’re anything and eat their weight in free candy, simply be saying ‘trick or treat’. Did you know that October is also National Diabetes Month? National Diabetes Month and Halloween together – what are those odds? Between trick-or-treating, parties, and…

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October 19th Is Evaluate Your Life Day | Greensboro Dentist

By Graham E. Farless, DDS, PA / October 19, 2016 / Comments Off on October 19th Is Evaluate Your Life Day | Greensboro Dentist

Do you ever sit and think about your life and how it’s going? Are you pleased with your outcome thus far? Chances are, you have plenty of things you’d like to change about your current lifestyle if given a chance. Well, what’s stopping you? October 19th is known as Evaluate Your Life Day, a day…

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October Is National Dental Hygiene Month

By Graham E. Farless, DDS, PA / October 10, 2016 / Comments Off on October Is National Dental Hygiene Month

Welcome to National Dental Hygiene Month! If you really think about it, the real “trick” in the month of October isn’t the trick-or-treaters in the neighborhood. It is that it celebrates both the arch enemy of oral health, Halloween, and National Dental Hygiene Month! I know, right? What kind of dirty trick is going on…

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Improve Your Appearance in 1 Hour

By Graham E. Farless, DDS, PA / September 30, 2016 / Comments Off on Improve Your Appearance in 1 Hour

Want to completely improve your appearance in 1 hour? Focus on your smile! Making a great first impression can affect your social and professional success. A study done by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry found that your smile can be a key factor in first impressions. 48% of people surveyed think a smile is…

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September Is Self-Improvement Month – Oral Health Tips

By Graham E. Farless, DDS, PA / September 20, 2016 / Comments Off on September Is Self-Improvement Month – Oral Health Tips

September is Self-Improvement Month, so it’s a good idea to take a moment to take stock on how we are treating ourselves and what we can do to improve upon it to ensure that we have a long and happy life. Good diet, plenty of exercise and regular checkups are all great for keeping up…

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The Importance of Flossing for Your Teeth and Oral Health

By Graham E. Farless, DDS, PA / September 12, 2016 / Comments Off on The Importance of Flossing for Your Teeth and Oral Health

Let’s take a minute to understand the importance of flossing when it comes to your teeth. There was a recent report that stated that flossing wasn’t an important part of your daily dental regime. This couldn’t be further from the truth. Unfortunately, as important as oral health is to our overall well-being, we really have…

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CEREC Same Day Crowns: The Next Generation

By Graham E. Farless, DDS, PA / August 31, 2016 / Comments Off on CEREC Same Day Crowns: The Next Generation

CEREC same day crowns – Should you consider CEREC when you need a new crown or replace an old one? It’s nothing new…teeth get damaged over time. It could be brought on by poor dental health, an active lifestyle or a chance occurrence. If your teeth get chipped, cracked or some other form of damage,…

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