History of Locust, NC

September 23, 2020
The loving community of Locust is a growing city in North Carolina. What once was a small community is now home to 3297 residents with a growing commercial and residential scene in the past few years. The town is the home of Locust Family Dentistry and serves the beautiful people...
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Face Mask Tips For Bad Breath And Dry Mouth

August 26, 2020
If you’re following the face mask protocols, you may have noticed the stinky smell that develops while you’re wearing a mask for hours. The COVID-19 quarantine started the face mask culture and it comes as a double-edged sword. While face masks prevent the spread of the virus, it also affects...
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How to Overcome Dental Anxiety During A Pandemic

June 25, 2020
We are all afraid of something. Sadly, some people have developed anxiety over dentists and dental treatments. If you cringe at the idea of sitting in a dental chair, that can be a sign of dental anxiety. According to a study conducted by ADA, 22% of the population are afraid...
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Our Dental Office is Open! What Can You Expect?

May 27, 2020
Our Locust community has been through a lot the past few months due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and everyone is looking forward to getting things back to normal. Things may have changed, but our commitment to your safety and dental health remains the same.   Locust Family Dentistry has its...
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How to Take Care of Your Oral Health While on Self Quarantine

March 26, 2020
With the pandemic getting closer and closer to home, numerous dental offices have decided to close its operation. Locust Family Dentistry would continue to be available for emergency dental care only, that is if you are experiencing pains, swelling or infections. To help control the spread of COVID-19, the dental...
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Piezotome Dental Machine Infographic

November 6, 2018
The Piezotome dental machine infographic below shows how easy tooth extraction can be with the use of ultrasonic technology. It shows how the Piezotome will work on hard tissue and be non-invasive on soft tissues. Check out the Piezotome Dental Machine Infographic that we produced at Locust Family Dentistry below...
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Top 20 Things to Know Before An Invisalign Treatment

May 31, 2018
Invisalign What is an Invisalign? An Invisalign is an alternative aligner to metal braces, but are clear and made of medical grade thermoplastic.  This is a removable aligner that is easier and more convenient to use. Invisalign can be removed before eating, drinking, brushing and flossing your teeth, or whenever...
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Welcome To Our New Locust Dental Website & Blog!

May 1, 2017
Thank you for stopping by to check out our brand new website and dental blog. We have built this website with our patients and potential new patients in mind to be able to easily find information about the dentistry services we provide for your whole family. Our blog will be...
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