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If you have loose dentures, Independence Day might not look the same for you as it does everyone else. You can’t bite into corn on the cob. You can’t eat steak without chopping it into tiny pieces – if you’re lucky. You can’t eat chips without clacking sounds. And you might pass up the ...

If there was a contest for “most versatile dental restoration” a dental crown would be the hands-down winner. Unlike a filling or a veneer, a crown covers your entire tooth. So it can repair virtually any kind of damage, including cavities too big for a filling and broken teeth. A crown seals ...

Teeth veneers are an incredibly versatile way to improve your smile. They conceal many flaws that may bother you, like small gaps, chips, stains, and worn-down teeth. They require very little alteration of teeth. With proper care, they should last at least a decade and often many years ...

It's a brand new year, so now is the perfect time to get a new smile to go along with it. At Family Dental Care, we believe that everyone should have a smile they can be proud of, and we'll be glad to help you get your new smile. We offer several types of cosmetic dentistry treatments that you can ...

If your teeth aren’t straight, chances are you may be self-conscious about your smile. This holiday season give yourself a gift that will keep on giving, every day of your life: Invisalign treatment that results in a beautiful smile and helps you feel more confident. Invisalign can correct ...

Whitening treatments are one of the easiest ways to improve your appearance. Your smile will be brighter, more beautiful, and more confident. It may also be more sensitive. Not everyone will experience teeth whitening sensitivity, but some folks do. Don’t let a fear of sensitivity keep you ...

Are you struggling to get your child to brush their teeth? If so, watch this short video clip below for a few good tips. In the meantime, don’t forget to schedule their next routine checkup at Family Dental Care. We recommend bringing your child in twice a year to help keep their teeth clean ...

We wanted to share some exciting news for anyone with crooked, crowded or gapped teeth: you may be a good candidate for an orthodontic transformation involving Invisalign clear aligners. Invisalign is an innovative alternative to classic metal braces through which Dr. Nelams can give patients the ...

The whole team at Family Dental Care of Lumberton is excited to once again be an open dentist office! We are here for you, and we cannot wait to see you and your smile very soon. Make an appointment when you call us at to request your next appointment at Family Dental Care of Lumberton, ...

April is the month when healthcare professionals across the country try to get the word out about the danger that oral cancer poses. As such, this is also a perfect opportunity to stress the importance of scheduling your next professional teeth cleaning and oral exam. These preventive visits will ...