Help us celebrate National Oral Hygiene month by improving your oral hygiene routine and visiting our New Bern, NC dentist office. General dentist Dr. Stephen Hoard encourages patients to maintain an excellent oral hygiene routine in order to retain optimal oral health.… - By Dr. Hoard
Are you flossing? If your answer is no, you are not alone. Many patients forget to floss or don't understand the importance of daily flossing. Like brushing, flossing helps remove bacteria and debris that is left in the mouth after… - By Dr. Hoard
Tooth decay and cavities affect most patients at some point in their lives. Children and adults are equally susceptible to decay, which is the result of harmful bacteria making their way into the crevices in our teeth, filled by sugars… - By Dr. Hoard
Do you suffer with persistent bad breath? Is your bad breath affecting personal and professional interaction? Bad breath, also known as halitosis, can be the result of many things, including what you ate for dinner! However, if you have persistent… - By Dr. Hoard
Each February, the American Dental Association sponsors National Children’s Dental Health Month. New Bern, NC Dentist Dr. J. Stephen Hoard would like to take this opportunity to join them in promoting awareness about the benefits of good oral health- especially… - By Dr. Hoard
Preventive dental care is the foundation of your oral heath care and should be performed on a regular basis to ensure a lifelong healthy smile. The goal of New Bern, NC Dentist Dr. J. Stephen Hoard is to help patients… - By Dr. Hoard
Acid reflux, GERD, and heartburn are common complaints for many patients today. There are a variety of reasons why someone may experience these common health concerns from genetics to medications to lifestyle habits. Dr. J. Stephen Hoard wants to remind… - By Dr. Hoard