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Scheduling Dental Procedures When You’re Pregnant
posted: Jan. 25, 2022.

Pregnancy leads to so many changes in your body, so it’s no surprise that your teeth and gums are affected as well! Dental care is very important during these months, Read more
Is it possible to over brush?
posted: Jan. 18, 2022.

Our team at Massey Family Dentistry will tell you brushing on a regular basis is critical for a healthy mouth, but you can definitely overdo a good thing. Known as Read more
Your Options for Sedation Dentistry
posted: Jan. 11, 2022.

Fear of going to the dentist is more common than you may think. That’s why the doctor and our team want to make your visit as relaxing as possible. Your anxiety Read more
Tooth Protection and Winter Sports
posted: Jan. 04, 2022.

Just because it’s cold out there doesn’t mean you’ll give up keeping fit and active! Winter is the season for some of our favorite team sporting activities, and when you’re Read more
New Year's Day Around the World
posted: Dec. 28, 2021.

New Year’s Day marks the beginning of the calendar year in most parts of the world. The holiday is celebrated on January 1st of each year. Customs and celebrations vary Read more
Safety of Dental X-Ray Radiation
posted: Dec. 21, 2021.

We all want to live our healthiest lives. We know that part of keeping ourselves healthy is regular visits to our Charlotte, North Carolina office for checkups and necessary dental Read more
Is Your Broken Tooth An Emergency?
posted: Dec. 14, 2021.

When you chip a tooth badly, it can be a very nerve-wracking situation. the doctor and our team want to provide you with some information that can help if you Read more
Antibiotic Prophylaxis or Pre-Medication
posted: Dec. 07, 2021.

At Massey Family Dentistry, we know the human mouth contains a lot of bacteria. A bacterium can travel through your body with routine activities that are a normal part of Read more
Does smoking affect oral health?
posted: Nov. 30, 2021.

By now, everyone knows that smoking is bad for you. But the truth is its broad-reaching health effects are not all known by everyone. This is especially true of oral Read more
Thanksgiving Trivia
posted: Nov. 23, 2021.

At Massey Family Dentistry we love learning trivia and interesting facts about Thanksgiving! This year, the doctor wanted to share some trivia that might help you feel a bit smarter Read more
When should a filling be replaced?
posted: Nov. 16, 2021.

There is no substitution for a natural healthy tooth. Dental fillings are intended to replace tooth structure and restore a tooth damaged by decay (a cavity) back to its normal Read more
How Sedation Dentistry Can Help You Overcome Dental Anxiety
posted: Nov. 09, 2021.

Putting off your dental visit to Massey Family Dentistry because of fear or anxiety only increases the potential for tooth decay or gum problems. At our office, the doctor and Read more
Prevent Dry Mouth To Protect Your Oral Health
posted: Nov. 03, 2021.

There are ways to protect against dry mouth. Whether you are prone to dry mouth or you simply want to protect against it, our Charlotte, NC, dentist Dr. Benjamin Massey can Read more
November Marks National Diabetes Awareness Month
posted: Nov. 02, 2021.

Diabetes is a chronic disease that increases the risk for many serious health problems, including severe gum disease. November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and it’s a great time for us Read more
Should I have TMD treated? Why?
posted: Oct. 26, 2021.

TMD occurs when your bite is not properly aligned. It can cause the jaw to experience unnatural stresses and prevent it from resting properly when your mouth is closed. If Read more
The Hazards of Smokeless Tobacco
posted: Oct. 19, 2021.

Many smokers believe that chewing tobacco is a safer alternative to smoking cigarettes. This simply isn't the case! In fact, smokeless tobacco can cause serious health concerns. Smokeless tobacco comes in Read more