• Recent Posts

  • Archives

  • Categories

Downhill Brushing habits of Millennials
Posted on: March 15, 2018
One Third of Millennials Only Brush Their Teeth Once a Day For some millennials, morning breath may last for more than just the morning. That’s because, according to new research, many young Americans are failing to regularly clean their teeth. A new study into the dental hygiene habits of 2,000 Americans found three ...
Continue Reading

Posted In: bacteria, bad breath, brushing, Burns Family Dentistry, caviities, dental cleanings, dental education, dentist wilmington nc, Drs. Eric and Casey Burns, Eric and Casey Burns DDS, healthy mouth

Burns Family Dentistry and Toys For Tots
Posted on: December 13, 2017
We are excited to announce, Burns Family Dentistry donated 150 children's toothbrushes to our local chapter of Toys for Tots which will be given in addition to the toys in hopes to maintain and promote healthy smiles. Toys for Tots is a program run by the United States Marine Corps Reserves ...
Continue Reading

Posted In: burns dds wilmington nc, Burns Family Dentistry, Christmas, Dental, dental cleanings, dental health, drs eric and casey burns wilmington nc, Drs. Eric and Casey Burns, hygiene, NC, nc dentist, oral health, Wilmington, Wilmington community involvement

Top 5 Benefits of Using an Electric Toothbrush
Posted on: July 13, 2017
Do you use an electric toothbrush? If not, what are you waiting for? If you’ve been on fence about switching to an electric toothbrush we’re here to help. Today we’re going to review the top 5 benefits of using an electric toothbrush. 1. An electronic toothbrush keeps your teeth, gums, and ...
Continue Reading

Posted In: bacteria, bad breath, braces, brushing, burns dds wilmington nc, Burns Family Dentistry, caviities, cavities, Children's Dental Health Month, Dental, dental cleanings, dental education, dental exam wilmington nc, dental health, dentist wilmington nc, dr eric burns, drs eric and casey burns wilmington nc, Drs. Eric and Casey Burns, Drs. Eric and Casey Burns sponsorship, health, healthy mouth, oral health, prevent cavities, prevent tooth decay, preventative dental care, preventing gingivitis, routine teeth cleaning, Sonicare toothbrush, toothpastes, Waterpik

Special Olympics
Posted on: February 7, 2017
Burns Family Dentistry proudly supports Specials Olympics North Carolina. Through annual funding, over 301,280 inspiring individuals with intellectual disabilities in North Carolina can experience the joy of year-round sports training and competition. Please help Special Olympics athletes to be braver than they thought possible, and inspire all of us to ...
Continue Reading

Posted In: burns dds wilmington nc, Burns Family Dentistry, dental cleanings, Special Olympics, wilmington nc

Bye Bye Microbeads!
Posted on: January 30, 2017
If you start noticing that your face washes, soaps and toothpastes no longer contain microbeads, that's because the "Microbead-Free Waters Act of 2015" goes into effect this year.  Microbeads are generally used as exfoliants however, the FDA is banning these small plastic particles from our "rinse-off cosmetics" because they ultimately are ...
Continue Reading

Posted In: blue beads in toothpaste, burns dds wilmington nc, Burns Family Dentistry, dental cleanings, dental exam wilmington nc

Diabetes and Oral Health
Posted on: November 8, 2016
November is Diabetes awareness month. Diabetes affects your whole body and increases your risk of dental disease. Healthy blood sugar levels will lower the risk of gum disease. Brushing, flossing, routine dental exams/ professional cleanings, controlling your blood sugar and watching your diet are extremely important! Lots of diabetics suffer from lack ...
Continue Reading

Posted In: American Dental Association, bacteria, brushing, Burns Family Dentistry, cavities, comprehensive dental exams, dental cleanings, dental health, diabetes, diet, dry mouth, flosssing, healthy mouth, oral health, prevent cavities, routine dental exams, routine teeth cleaning, sugar-free chewing gum, Uncategorized, xerostomia

Burns Family Dentistry Participates in UNCW’s Jr. Seahawk Camp
Posted on: July 11, 2016
This Friday, Dr. Casey, Julie and Dana are excited to be doing a dental health presentation for a group of students at UNCW's Jr. Seahawk camp.  The presentation will consist of fun dental facts and tips for maintaining good oral health.  Teaching this awesome group of kids is just one of the ways ...
Continue Reading

Posted In: brushing, Burns Family Dentistry, Children's Dental Health Month, dental cleanings, Drs. Eric and Casey Burns, flosssing

What is causing this stain on my teeth?
Posted on: January 19, 2016
When patients come in for their hygiene appointments, many are concerned with the stain that has accumulated on their teeth during their time away from the dental office.  Many times the cause is obvious.  As a general rule, anything dark that a person eats or drinks on a regular basis can cause ...
Continue Reading

Posted In: bleaching, Burns Family Dentistry, dental cleanings, flosssing, Sonicare toothbrush

Parent’s role in promoting good dental health
Posted on: September 14, 2015
Many parents ask how they can help their kids have healthy teeth.  Besides daily brushing with fluoride toothpaste and flossing, diet plays a very important role.  Children tend to mock the behaviors of their parents so setting a good example diet-wise is a great place to start.  Limiting liquid sugars ...
Continue Reading

Posted In: back to school dental tips, Burns Family Dentistry, caviities, Children's Dental Health Month, dental cleanings

Premedicate with antibiotics before my dental appointments?
Posted on: July 29, 2015
There are two groups of patients that the American Dental Association along with the American Heart Association and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons recommends take antibiotics prior (premedicate)to dental procedures:-those with certain heart conditions (artificial heart valves, history of heart transplant, certain congenital heart disorders) -those with prosthetic joint replacements. Patients ...
Continue Reading

Posted In: American Dental Association, Burns Family Dentistry, comprehensive dental exams, dental cleanings, dental exam wilmington nc, Drs. Eric and Casey Burns, routine dental exams
Next Page »