Welcome to Howarth Family Dental! We want all our patients to be informed decision makers and fully understand any health issues you face. Thats why weve developed a website with valuable information about dentistry and dental problems and treatments. We encourage you to visit this site whenever you have concerns about your teeth.
If you are having a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.If you are needing dental treatment after hours or in need of urgent treatment, please call our office at 919-866-3200. If it is after hours follow the prompt and Dr. Howarth will be paged. He is always willing to see his patients, nights, weekends and holidaysif needed.
Time is your enemy when an accident or any trauma dislodges a tooth. First locate the tooth, or teeth, and determine if the tooth broke or if the entire tooth and root came out in one piece. Gather together the pieces youve found, and with warm water gently rinse off obvious dirt or debris. Avoid touching the root as much as possible. Place and transport the tooth in milk or in some of the persons own saliva.
Changing hormone levels during pregnancy can cause normal, healthy gums to become red, irritated and swollen. This irritation, known as Pregnancy Gingivitis is the bodys exaggerated response to plaque and calculus.
It is very important during this time to stay current with your regular dental cleanings and exams to ensure that dental infections dont get missed and lead to greater problems down the road. Although dentists will typically postpone major treatment until after the baby is born, emergencies do come up and need to be addressed. Because many of your babys organs are being formed in the first trimester, this work is ideally taken care of during the second trimester to minimize any potential risk.
In a perfect world everyone would brush and floss twice a day. Plaque builds up over time and this sticky bacterial film can solidify and turn into calculus or tartar. This cement-like substance is removed by the hygienist at your regular cleaning visits. A six-month interval not only serves to keep your mouth healthy and clean, it allows potential problems to be found and diagnosed earlier.
In some instances a six-month schedule in not enough. Based on your dental history, rate of calculus buildup, and pattern of decay a 3 or 4 month interval may be needed. Your dentist can work with you to determine what will be best for you
Plaque is a clear sticky film of bacteria that constantly forms on teeth. As plaque collects it forms a hard layer of tartar (or calculus) particularly in hard to reach areas between teeth and near the gum-line.
Bacteria found in plaque create toxic chemicals that irritate the gums. Eventually these bacteria cause the underlying bone around the teeth to be destroyed, a condition known as gum disease. Recent research suggests that gum disease is linked to other health problems including heart disease, stroke, pneumonia and some pregnancy complications.
Removal of plaque with brushing and flossing on a twice daily basis and removal of tartar by your dentist and dental hygienist is the first step in defeating gum disease. By the time gum disease begins to hurt, it may be too late. Seeing a dentist regularly can help prevent this and many other problems.
Exposure to all sources of radiation, including the sun, minerals in the soil, appliances in your home, and dental X-rays can damage the bodys tissues. Fortunately, the dose of radiation you are exposed to during the taking of X-rays is extremely small.
Advances in dentistry over the years have lead to the low radiation levels emitted by dental X-rays. Some of the improvements are new digital X-ray machines that limit the radiation beam to the small area being X-rayed, higher speed X-ray films that require shorter exposure time compared with older film speeds to get the same results, and the use of film holders that keep the film in place in the mouth (which prevents the film from slipping and the need for repeat X-rays and additional radiation exposure). Also, the use of lead-lined, full-body aprons protects the body from stray radiation (though this is almost nonexistent with the modern dental X-ray machines.) In addition, federal law requires that X-ray machines be checked for accuracy and safety every two years, with some states requiring more frequent checks.
If you fear going to the dentist, you are not alone. Between 9% and 15% of Americans state they avoid going to the dentist because of anxiety or fear. The first thing you should do is talk with your dentist. In fact, if your dentist doesnt take your fear seriously, find another dentist. The key to coping with dental anxiety is to discuss your fears with your dentist. Once your dentist knows what your fears are, he or she will be better able to work with you to determine the best ways to make you less anxious and more comfortable.
The good news is that today there are a number of strategies that can be used to help reduce fear, anxiety, and pain. These strategies include use of medications (to either numb the treatment area or sedatives or anesthesia to help you relax). Dr. Howarth will make every effort to reduce your fear and ease your axiety.
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Rating 4.6 out of 5 based on 63 reviews
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a year ago
Dr. Ashkan was amazing. He was very attentive, detailed, and very great bedside manners. He definitely understands the fear of coming to dentist so he was very patient.
Soheil Tajeddini
a year ago
Excellent patients care and Genuine Relaxing Atmosphere.
Dianne Pollard
a year ago
All of your staff is amazing, and love Mrs Pam, and I am very blessed. Thank you all very much.
Thu Washington
a year ago
Love the staff and dentist. Very friendly and attentive to our family. Been going here for 3 years and today we met the new owner, dentist Dr. Ashkan. He was great.
Darla Aldridge
a year ago
I was a little apprehensive with the change in dentists but Dr. Ashkan was so nice, he took his time and got to know me. His bedside manner is calming, he's not in a hurry, and took time to educate me on what he was doing, why it is important, and how to really improve my teeth. I will definitely be going back! My parents saw him a few weeks ago and they also were very impressed and feel at ease with Dr. Ashkan! I would highly recommend him!
Majistr Gaming
a year ago
Absolutely incredible work everytime I go. 1000% would reccomend
Janet Parton
a year ago
I had a very thorough teeth cleaning and they were very knowledgeable about some dental issues I'm having. Kim was very helpful when I was checking out.
Mo
a year ago
My family and I have been patients here since we moved here 8 years ago and we love it! Pam cleans all of our teeth and if she leaves this practice we would follow her. She is one of a kind, a true professional! The dentist has recently changed hands but so far the new dentist is great too!!
Joy Hansen
2 years ago
Love Dr Howarth and his staff. They have always been professional in the care they provided to me and my sister.
Matthew Hester
2 years ago
I have been going to Howarth Family Dental for awhile. Recently I had to take my kids (ages 5/7) there to get cavities filled. Dr. Howarth made it look so easy. He educated them and explained the procedure. Dr. Howarth and his staff made them feel comfortable. Highly recommend for people of all ages.
Tech Writer
2 years ago
This rating is for dentists only - hygienist is great. Communications are poor. A little information would go a long way, for example when dentist decides it serves him better to come check a patient in the middle of a cleaning, when before had always been at end. One time he notes a tooth to be watched, possible cavity. Next time complete change of opinion, nothing to watch. I had to ask about it, though, not communicated. Crown color match was terrible. His solution was to send me to lab for them to color match - and I had to pay $120 extra for his mistake.
kyle Jaquez
2 years ago
Best dentist of all time! Wife has been going here forever I started about 10 yrs ago. Staff is amazing. I had a small issue that needed to get fixed, Dr Howarth fit me in immediately and took care of it.
Tech Writer
3 years ago
This rating is for dentists only - hygienist is great. Communications are poor. A little information would go a long way, for example when dentist decides it serves him better to come check a patient in the middle of a cleaning, when before had always been at end. One time he notes a tooth to be watched, possible cavity. Next time complete change of opinion, nothing to watch. I had to ask about it, though, not communicated. Crown color match was terrible. His solution was to send me to lab for them to color match - and I had to pay $120 extra for his mistake.
kyle Jaquez
3 years ago
Best dentist of all time! Wife has been going here forever I started about 10 yrs ago. Staff is amazing. I had a small issue that needed to get fixed, Dr Howarth fit me in immediately and took care of it.
Richard Schmitt
3 years ago
It started with me calling them to book an initial appointment. Once I had this set, it appeared I had given them the wrong insurance information. I called back to give them my corrected insurance information. I also wanted to confirm that I was in network with them. The clerical staff on the phone verified with each other that my insurance was indeed in network and verbally confirmed this with me on the phone. I had thought I carried out my due diligence in checking this. I went in for my appointment and received no quote on how much the preventive care was going to cost me with or without insurance prior to my visit. I left without paying anything because my insurance covers preventive care (within limits). I received a call a few weeks later saying that I owe them $184 due to their office being outside of network. They would not work with me on this in the slightest.
Meka Renee
3 years ago
Had a great experience. Dr Howarth is very knowledgeable he knows exactly what's he is talking about. Very patient and informative about your dental care. The staff is amazing very nice and welcoming. Office is very clean as well. He will now be my permanent dentist
Sophie Payne
3 years ago
Dr. Howarth is very knowledgeable and professional, him and his staff always are caring and they go the extra mile in order to make my dental experience enjoyable.
Timmie Flora
3 years ago
Wonderful experience. I highly recommend this office.
Karestin Harrison
3 years ago
I have been under Dr. Howarth's care for over a year. Truly the best dental experience I have had in the last ten years. Dr. Howarth cares passionately about his patients. He has taken the time to reach out after dental procedures to make sure I am doing okay. I would recommend Dr. Howarth in a heartbeat. He along with his staff treat everyone like they are family!
Rita Henry
3 years ago
I've been under Dr. Howarth's dental care for several years and am always so pleased. He is extremely personable and patient. He always takes the time to talk me through the steps of any procedure I may be having that he can tell I'm a little nervous about. He and the wonderful staff treat me like I'm family!
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