--- title: Dental Blog description: Tedi's Happy Smiles Blog with tips, advice, and interesting articles about dental health, hygiene, and care. --- # Tedi's Happy Smiles. ### [Concierge Dentistry in Charlotte, NC](https://www.drlinger.com/blog/why-you-deserve-concierge-dentistry-0) - ** Dr. William Linger, DDS, MAGD - **[Dentistry](https://www.drlinger.com/blog/topic/dentistry) Have you ever gone to a dentist office and had your appointment cut short because your dentist had to squeeze in more patients? Or perhaps you've noticed the receptionist hasn't made an effort to learn your name or recognize your face you even ... [READ MORE](https://www.drlinger.com/blog/why-you-deserve-concierge-dentistry-0) ### [Disturbing Trends in Dentistry Vol.1](https://www.drlinger.com/blog/disturbing-trends-in-dentistry-vol.1) - ** Dr. William Linger, DDS, MAGD - **[Dentistry](https://www.drlinger.com/blog/topic/dentistry) Disturbing Trends in Dentistry Vol.1 - This is the first in a series of blogs addressing the disturbing trends we see in dentistry these days #1 – Not diagnosing periodontal disease. The Center for Disease Control statistics show the dentistry is ... [READ MORE](https://www.drlinger.com/blog/disturbing-trends-in-dentistry-vol.1) ### [What Does Wisdom Teeth Growing in Feel Like?](https://www.drlinger.com/blog/what-does-wisdom-teeth-growing-in-feel-like) - ** Dr. William Linger, DDS, MAGD - **[Dentistry](https://www.drlinger.com/blog/topic/dentistry) Growing in wisdom teeth is a lot more normal than most people think. You hear all about the crazy stories of wisdom teeth that have to come out, but you never hear detailed accounts of what it's like to actually safely grow them in. So if you find ... [READ MORE](https://www.drlinger.com/blog/what-does-wisdom-teeth-growing-in-feel-like) ### [Are Dental Implants Safe?](https://www.drlinger.com/blog/are-dental-implants-safe) - ** Dr. William Linger, DDS, MAGD - **[Dental Implants](https://www.drlinger.com/blog/topic/dental-implants) Many patients with broken or missing teeth have considered dental implants as an option to help them restore confidence in their smile, while at the same time providing more permanence and stability than other alternatives. If you are in that ... [READ MORE](https://www.drlinger.com/blog/are-dental-implants-safe) ### [7 Questions to Ask to Find a Dentist in Charlotte](https://www.drlinger.com/blog/find-a-dentist-in-charlotte) - ** Dr. William Linger, DDS, MAGD - **[Dentistry](https://www.drlinger.com/blog/topic/dentistry) If it's been a while since your last dental check-up, then it's probably time to find a new dentist in Charlotte, NC. Whether you're new to the area, switching practitioners, or haven't been to the dentist in years, it's important to take care when ... [READ MORE](https://www.drlinger.com/blog/find-a-dentist-in-charlotte) ### [Cosmetic Dentistry: Before and After](https://www.drlinger.com/blog/cosmetic-dentistry-before-and-after) - ** Dr. William Linger, DDS, MAGD - **[Cosmetic Dentistry](https://www.drlinger.com/blog/topic/cosmetic-dentistry) The benefits of a clear and confident smile are evident to almost anyone. Most of us, if given the choice, would prefer to have a smile that looks nice and makes us feel comfortable. While proper dental hygiene is always important in maintaining a ... [READ MORE](https://www.drlinger.com/blog/cosmetic-dentistry-before-and-after) ### [How a Teeth Whitening Dentist Can Help You](https://www.drlinger.com/blog/teeth-whitening-dentist) - ** Dr. William Linger, DDS, MAGD - **[Cosmetic Dentistry](https://www.drlinger.com/blog/topic/cosmetic-dentistry) You wake up and are feeling great! You just know that this is going to be your day. You are 100% ready for that class presentation, feeling super confident about that job interview, and looking forward to that dinner date. And then... the mirror ... [READ MORE](https://www.drlinger.com/blog/teeth-whitening-dentist) ### [Your Before and After Experience with Cosmetic Dentistry](https://www.drlinger.com/blog/experience-cosmetic-dentistry) - ** Dr. William Linger, DDS, MAGD - **[Cosmetic Dentistry](https://www.drlinger.com/blog/topic/cosmetic-dentistry) Every person is a unique, beautiful human being. We should each be proud of ourselves and the way we look. That said, most people will quickly admit that there are parts of themselves that could be better. Arthritic knees, for example, don't need to ... [READ MORE](https://www.drlinger.com/blog/experience-cosmetic-dentistry) ### [5 Common Causes of Toothache](https://www.drlinger.com/blog/5-common-causes-of-toothache) - ** Dr. William Linger, DDS, MAGD - **[Dentistry](https://www.drlinger.com/blog/topic/dentistry) You're chewing on something hard or cold, and you feel it: a sharp pain in your tooth. Maybe that pain lingers, making it impossible to chew or even keeping you up at night. If you're experiencing pain in your teeth, it may be because of one of ... [READ MORE](https://www.drlinger.com/blog/5-common-causes-of-toothache) ### [6 Top Trends in Cosmetic Teeth for 2019](https://www.drlinger.com/blog/6-top-trends-in-cosmetic-teeth) - ** Dr. William Linger, DDS, MAGD - **[Cosmetic Dentistry](https://www.drlinger.com/blog/topic/cosmetic-dentistry) Cosmetic dentistry is the fastest-growing field in the dental industry. In fact, it's grown by 200 percent since 1996. Additionally, teeth whitening has grown by 300 percent, according to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Because of ... [READ MORE](https://www.drlinger.com/blog/6-top-trends-in-cosmetic-teeth) #### Welcome to Charlotte's Dental Blog Sign up for updates on our blog to receive them: instantly, weekly or on a monthly basis. 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