A Life Without Caries

How would you like it if you and your family never got another cavity? Is this even possible? The future may be here now.

Cavities are caused by a bacterial infection known as caries. This infection is not only treatable but preventable. We use the CariFree program. Carifree was developed to help patients become cavity free by assessing risks for dental disease, diagnosing the presence of the caries infection that causes caries and treating the infection using preventive medical techniques.

During your visit you will receive a caries risk assessment. We will evaluate whether you have factors present that put you at risk for decay. We then customize a home care program with the products and instructions needed to help keep you and your family cavity free.

We would much rather help patients prevent cavities than fix cavities.

The CariFree program has been amazingly effective in doing just that.

Have You Heard About 6 Months Smiles?

Developed in 2006, Six Month Smiles it's a treatment procedure that straightens the teeth that are visible in your smile in about 6 months. The brackets used are clear or tooth-colored and very thin so they are very unnoticeable. 

With 6 Month Smiles you can get a beautiful smile. Take a look of the before and after pictures of our patients. We think you will be amazed at the results. Six Month Smiles can give you a beautiful smile, quickly and comfortably.

Not everyone is a candidate for 6 Month Smiles, although many people are. To find out if 6 Month Smiles is for you give us a call for complimentary consultation.

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How to Get Rid of Ugly Nicotine Stains on Your Teeth

Chain smoking does not only post threat to our lungs but also to our teeth. If you have already quit smoking, it is not actually the end of it. Check your teeth and you might find some brown-colored stains on your front teeth. They are nicotine stains. You may feel a little uncomfortable flashing your smile given the discoloration. It limits you to interact well with people around you. So how can we actually remove those stains on your teeth?

A lot of people tend to do things on their own with home remedies. Remedies are not actually bad. However, there are just some cases that should only be handled by professionals. Removing the nicotine stain is one of those. Nicotine stains are actually difficult to remove without the proper instruments that are used by dentists.

Don’t be fooled by teeth whitening products. You may have heard of TV commercials on whitening toothpastes that claim to remove discoloration on the teeth. When you use one, you are amazingly surprised to have whiter teeth. You thought it was effective. But the truth is, the stain is still there, it just turned white.

To get rid of those stains, tooth cleaning at a dental clinic needs to be done to scrape them off. If they are not removed, they will harden and penetrate more on your teeth that will cause you bigger trouble. Once your teeth are white again, tooth cleaning should be done at least two times in a year.

If you do not feel good about teeth cleaning, discuss with your dentist if there are some other alternatives to restore your teeth. In some cases, tooth bleaching is recommended but still depends on the severity of the stains.

So forget all your worries about those ugly nicotine stains and get a dental check-up with Preston Dental Center now.

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Preston Dental Center is very proud to offer the newest, most revolutionary and effective teeth whitening system called KöR Whitening Deep Bleaching. Unlike known whitening procedure, KöR Whitening Deep Bleaching is so effective that it is the only recognized system in the world capable of whitening tetracycline stained teeth, thought to be impossible to remove.

Even while you continue to drink your favorite sodas, red wine, tea or coffee, the easy periodic at-home maintenance will allow your teeth to stay permanently white. During the whitening process, nearly all patients experience only low to virtually no teeth sensitivity and the procedure is not only comfortable but 100% safe for your teeth and gum.

The consultation is free and the result is a radiantly white, natural looking smile you will love. It's perfect for anyone, from 14 to 90!

Meet the Doctors

Dr. Gregory Mayes and Dr. Lisa Mayes have been serving the Raleigh, Cary, Durham and Morrisville areas since 1989.

One of the most important things they have learned about treating patients is that successful dentistry begins with a complete understanding of their patients' needs and wants.

At Preston Dental Center, we will never treat you as a number or just the next patient. We also know that you want your dental care to be as easy as possible. So we strive to deliver completely comfortable dentistry. It may sound funny to say that our patients really like coming to see us but it is true.

The profession of dentistry has changed so much over the last few years. We have had so many wonderful advancements in treatment and technology. We think it is very important for dentists to keep up with the latest advancements so we can deliver these to our patients. That is why we are so passionate about continuing education. We are always striving to incorporate better and more effective procedures into our practice. And the only way to do that is to always keep learning. We feel strongly that all our patients deserve that.

Our warm and friendly team strives to provide our patients with the best quality care possible from the moment you walk into our practice. We feel their continuous education is just as important as our own and provide them with the knowledge necessary to give you the most advanced treatment possible.

We are all looking forward to meeting you and your family.

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Want to learn more about Perioprotect, or Laser Gum Therapy?

The World Health Organization published an oral health report in 2003, indicating that approximately 85% of adults have some form of gum disease.  Between your teeth and your gums is a small valley, called the sulcus or, periodontal pocket.  It’s only 1-3 mm deep in healthy gum tissue. Brushing and flossing usually keep this area clean and healthy.  There are special cells in the sulcus that form a saliva-like fluid that flows out of the pocket.  The fluid is called crevicular flow and the body produces it to help keep the area clean. When food builds up in this area, a community of bacteria called a biofilm can develop and cause an infection.  Signs of gum infections include bleeding gums that can be swollen, red and tender.  Your teeth may also become sensitive.  This early infection is called gingivitis.

Dentists have many options when treating your gum disease.  The standard cleaning procedures called scaling and root planing can help reduce some of the bacteria involved.  Unfortunately, bacteria are continually re-introduced into the mouth and this procedure often needs to be repeated to maintain oral health.  When conditions are very severe, surgery is another option.  Since the condition is an infection, many dentists have attempted to help patients deliver anti-bacterial medications, like mouth rinses, into the sulcus to help kill the pathogens.  But remember the crevicular fluid that your body makes to clean your gum tissue?  With an increased infection, the fluid flow increases, sometimes as much as thirty times.  It is impossible to maintain enough of the medication in the pocket to kill the bacteria because the medicine is constantly flushed out.

The Perioprotect method  has a way around this obstacle.  The method includes a specially designed prescription tray that is custom-made for your mouth, so that medication can be placed into the pocket, the site of the infection.  The design of the tray prevents medication from being quickly washed away.  This placement gives the medicine time to fight the bacterial infection. The Perioprotect method overcomes previous obstacles, is easy, comfortable and a very effective option when used as directed. While a serious medical condition, your periodontal disease does not have to diminish your quality of life.

Perioprotect is FDA approved and has been called nothing short of miraculous, considering that it may save you from having to undergo gum surgery.  It’s easy, completely painless, and effective.  If you have been told that you may need gum surgery, contact Preston Dental Center today, 919.460.0963, to discuss your options.

Getting to know your doctor: What makes Preston Dental Center different?

Dr. Greg Mayes and his wife, Dr. Lisa Mayes, work as partners at Preston Dental Center.  They and their team have been serving the Raleigh, Carey, Morrisville and Durham areas since 1989.  There are many dental practices to choose from for you and your family in the area, so they have created an innovative, informational and user-friendly web site to answer your questions.  Once on the site, you’ll be able to “meet” the doctors, as close to “in-person” as it gets.  And, the information is intended to give you a better idea of who they are and what sets your experience in their office apart from any other office.  See the site:  http://www.prestondentalcenter.com

What sets them apart:

Long ago, Drs. Greg and Lisa decided that they wanted to offer all aspects of dentistry under one roof, so it is unlikely that you will have to be referred to another office for special procedures.  They do everything from complete cosmetic smile makeovers to simple fillings, teeth cleanings and root canals.  They also welcome and care for your entire family, including children of all ages.  It’s important to give your child the best start in life, and that includes a healthy mouth.  They also teach their youngest patients great dental habits that will last them a lifetime, so you can rest assured your whole family is welcome at Preston Dental Center.

In their 23 years of serving the Raleigh/Durham area, one of the most important things that they’ve learned about treating patients is that successful dentistry begins with a complete understanding of their patients’ needs and wants.  At Preston Dental Center, they will never treat you as a number, or just the next patient.  They also know that you want your dental care to be as easy as possible.  They strive to deliver completely comfortable dentistry.

Drs. Greg and Lisa are also forward-thinking with technology and education.  In their many years of practice, they have maintained a focus on the importance of learning and utilizing the latest advancements in dentistry.  In the last few years in particular, there have been many wonderful advancements in treatment and technology.  They think it is important to keep up with the latest advancements and deliver them to their patients.  Therefore, they have been passionate about continuing their education so that they can incorporate better and more effective procedure at their practice.  In addition, they encourage their team not only to provide warm and friendly care, but to pursue continuing education as well.  Dr. Greg and Dr. Lisa believe that continuing education for their team is as important as it is for the doctors, so that each member at Preston Dental Center is equipped with the knowledge necessary to give you the most advanced treatment possible.

How to make an appointment today:

Preston Dental Center is located at 3761 N.W. Cary Parkway

919-460-0963