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Chewing Choices: What Gum is Good for Your Teeth?
Can gum be good for my teeth?In the past, chewing sugared gum has gotten a bad reputation - whether it's children sticking it under desks at school or dentists opposing it for damaging your enamel. But now, the most popular chewing gums have taken a turn: they're now...
Are Invisible Aligners Effective?
Are Invisible Aligners the Right Answer? Invisible aligners, or clear aligners, are an awesome alternative to traditional braces and ceramic braces. Clear aligners bring patients all of the wonderful benefits of straightening teeth without wires, brackets, or...
National Children’s Health Month
February is National Children's Dental Health Month and this year's theme is Brush Floss Smile! The month-long celebration is a wonderful opportunity to promote oral health for all children. Every child should have their teeth brushed with fluoridated toothpaste twice...
2023 Olympic Kick-Off
We are excited to get our 2023 Olympic festivities started. Rumor has it that there will be a friendly (aka extremely competitive) round or two of bowling to start off the competitions. In addition to bowling, we look forward to spending quality time with friends...
Adult Scan Nights
Mom and Dad need love too! A key philosophy to Great Smiles Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics: We want to make oral health care as easy and accessible as possible for the whole family! Not just kids! Our Orthodontic team specializes in Adult Orthodontic care to...
What is a Pediatric Dental Emergency? | Asheville, NC
Have a "Pediatric Dental Emergency Near Me"? With 5 locations throughout western North Carolina, Great Smiles might be the perfect solution to your dental emergencies. Pediatric dental emergencies are no fun - for kids OR parents! Tackling big tooth troubles can turn...
Understanding Orthodontic Treatment: Types of Braces Wires
Types of Braces WireThere are several types of wire braces used in orthodontic treatment, each offering different advantages depending on the patient’s needs. Here are the most common types: 1️⃣ Traditional Metal Braces ✔ Made from high-grade stainless steel✔ Most...
What to Expect: Your First Visit to Your Asheville Pediatric Dentist
Your First Appointment with Your Asheville Pediatric DentistDental experiences can be scary for anyone, whether you're a parent or a little one. But for kids and babies who are going to their pediatric dentist for the first time, it can be especially overwhelming (and...
Winner! WNC X Awards #1 Pediatric Dentist!
Best of WNC X Awards Hall of Fame – 5 years in a row! Thank you for voting Great Beginnings Pediatric Dental Specialists the #1 Pediatric Dentist in the Mountain Xpress Best of WNC X Awards for 2018. We are proud to be named as your child’s favorite dentist! Here at...
Kids Day at Asheville Outlets
The #BeGreat Team are All Smiles at Kids Day! Great Beginnings & Great Smiles Doctors and staff members were proud to be a sponsor of Kids Day at Asheville Outlets on August 5, 2018. Proceeds benefited Give to the Music and events included live music,...