New Year, New Smile: Straighten Your Teeth with Invisalign

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The start of a new year is an ideal time to focus on self-improvement. While many people set goals related to health or career, improving your smile is a resolution that offers lasting confidence and well-being. At the Chattanooga Center for Comprehensive Dentistry, Invisalign provides a discreet, convenient, and effective solution for achieving a straighter […]

Tooth Restoration: Dental Implants And Dental Bridges

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Tooth replacement has been a highly requested treatment at Chattanooga Center for Comprehensive Dentistry. When my patients ask me about tooth restoration, I typically tell them about fixed (or traditional) dental bridges and tooth implants. A dental bridge is an artificial tooth which replaces a missing tooth. The false tooth—called a pontic—is fused to porcelain […]

Is Mouthwash A Must?

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If you’ve ever visited a grocery store dental aisle, you know that there are many different types of mouthwash. Some tout their germ-killing abilities, others emphasize their fluoride content, and some claim to whiten teeth while freshening the breath. These are all great benefits, but will they help meet your oral care needs? Many men […]

Preventing Facial Injuries

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At Chattanooga Center for Comprehensive Dentistry, we understand how important it is to protect your teeth during sports. Whether it’s a high-contact team sport or an individual activity, facial injuries are common, and accidents can happen at any time. A blow to the face or mouth can cause significant damage to your teeth, leading to […]

Brighten Your Smile with Professional Teeth Whitening

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At Chattanooga Center for Comprehensive Dentistry, we know that a beautiful smile leaves a lasting impression. Professional teeth whitening can dramatically enhance your appearance and boost your self-confidence. Why Teeth Stain Over Time As we age, our teeth naturally become yellow or gray due to everyday wear and tear. Common culprits like coffee, tea, red […]

Chattanooga Center for Comprehensive Dentistry Works To Earn Your Trust

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Hello! I’m Dr. Trey Carico, DDS, of Chattanooga Center for Comprehensive Dentistry in Chattanooga. I have been practicing general and cosmetic dentistry since 1975. Dentistry is a challenging and fascinating profession; dentists must have diagnostic skills, dexterity, extensive scientific knowledge, and good visual memory. Dentistry also requires artistic ability. In addition to the technical aspects […]