New Patients (919) 551-8847
Current Patients (919) 442-1670
1506 E. Franklin St. Suite 200 Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Jan
29
If your gums bleed when you brush and floss, it may be a sign of gum disease or periodontitis. Periodontitis is linked to the development of health problems such as diabetes, stroke, and heart disease. However, regular preventative dental care…
Dec
21
Dr. Riley Hewgley is a member of the American Dental Association and the North Carolina Dental Society. He is dedicated to providing high-quality, comprehensive dental solutions to patients in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, and the surrounding areas. By providing complete…
Nov
19
Custom sports mouthguards are used to protect teeth during contact sports. However, sports mouthguards cannot treat bruxism, or teeth clenching and grinding. Dental mouthguards, or nightguards, are worn at night to stop tooth damage caused by bruxism. Although they seem…
Oct
27
In the event of a dental emergency, please call Tarheel Dentistry at (919) 551-8847 as soon as possible so we can get you the care you need. Common dental emergencies to be aware of include a severe toothache, broken dental…
Sep
24
Patients who neglect their gum health are at risk of developing further dental problems, including periodontitis, or gum disease. Gum disease can affect the health and function of your teeth and gums, as well as the supporting bone structure. At…
Aug
19
Two top reasons for tooth extractions are damaged or decayed teeth. If teeth are not properly aligned, or if a tooth cannot pass through the gums, it will have to be removed. Other reasons for tooth extractions include severe pain…
Jul
28
Flossing is a frequently skipped step of a home oral health routine, yet flossing every day can help prevent serious health conditions such as severe gum disease. While you may not enjoy having to floss every day, there are many…
May
11
Dear Current and Future Patients: We hope this letter finds you and your family in good health. Our community has been through a lot over the last few months, and all of us are looking forward to resuming our lives…
Apr
28
Not receiving the appropriate routine or even restorative dental care can greatly impact your oral health. At Tarheel Family and Cosmetic Dentistry, Dr. Riley Hewgley and her team want their patients to maintain their teeth and gums even in quarantine.…
Mar
24
Dr. Riley Hewgley is a dentist in Chapel Hill, NC that is dedicated to patient health. During this difficult time, many people are feeling stressed, which can lead to oral health problems like teeth clenching and grinding, mouth sores, and…