Press Room – Books, Articles & TV
Dr. Martin has numerous books, articles and TV appearances available to further educate you on the Martin Method and Friendly, Gentle Dentistry at Richmond Smile Center.
Books

Don’t Sugar Coat It - a consumer’s book about the connection between dentistry and diabetes.
This Won’t Hurt A Bit – a consumer’s guide to choosing the right dentist for you.
Are Your Teeth Killing You? –a consumer’s book addressing the connections between your mouth, teeth and oral health and the health of your body.
Articles
Comprehensive Dentistry
“Long gone are the days of dentistry when the visit to the dentist’s office was synonymous with pain. Yet, many people still live with the false impression that dentists are like those Laurel and Hardy movies with outdated equipment.”
Implant Dentistry – Something to Smile About
“For many people who have lost their natural teeth and cannot wear traditional false teeth, dental implants may be the answer. Implantology is the practice of implanting artificial teeth in the place of lost teeth.”
Dental Implants Help Users Sink Their Teeth into Almost Anything
“Steve Haven indulged recently. He chomped down on corn for the first time in almost 20 years.”
Lasers Are Bright Spot in Dentistry
“Laser beams are beginning to brighten some of the chores and pain of dentistry. Take, for example, the recent experience of Andre Grondin.”
Want a Raise? Fix Your Teeth!
“Julia Roberts is the highest -paid actress in Hollywood and she has been voted as having the best smile in the business. Could there be a correlation?…”
The Truth About Teeth
“Nothing says youth and vitality like a bright vibrant smile, but unsightly teeth and gums cause many seniors to hide their smiles behind tightly pursed lips. Fortunately, with routine preventative care and advances in dentistry, they can now flash their pearly whites long into their golden years.”
Also please visit our Gentle Dental Blog for the most up-to-date articles on dentistry.
Television Appearances – CBS 6

Bill Bevins, of Virginia This Morning, interviews Dr. Charles Martin.
Click on the topic below to watch:
Do It Well, Do It Right, Make A Smile For You Tonight
Myths and Mistakes With Your Teeth and What to Do
How to Get Rid of the Suffering of Dentures
Smilefidence and Smile Makeovers
Can a Healthier Smile Have an Anti-Aging Effect?
Does A Better Smile Mean a Better Paycheck?
Does Your Smile Look the Part?
Comprehensive Care Beats the Pants Off “Just Patch It, Doc”
If Your Pearly Whites Leave Plenty to be Desired, Don’t Worry Smile Happy
What Is the One Thing People See Everyday and You Maybe Afraid to Use Yours?
Smile Breakthroughs Through the Power of Implants
How Diabetes Makes Having a Healthy Smile a Challenge
Does Going to the Dentist Raise Your Fear Factor?
How Would You Rate Your Smile?
Denture Wearers: The Alternative to Help You Chew Properly Again
Get The Smile That You’ve Always Wanted
Sedation Dentistry and How It’s Changing the Smiles of ‘Fraidy Cats
Denture Wearers: How to Fix the Discomfort
Dental Implants and Who’s a Candidate?
A Gentle Approach at the Dental Office
Don’t Be Afraid of the Dentist
Your Mouth Is A Mirror That Reflects Your Overall Health
Don’t Let Infrequent Dental Visits Get You In Trouble
Biggest Mistakes People Make with Their Teeth
Top Seven Things Your Dentist Needs to Check
Dental Threats That Could Affect You
The Best Way to Replace a Missing Tooth
A More Gentle Approach in the Dental Office
Benefits To Having A Great Smile
How To Avoid Common Dental Mistakes
How To Get Your Smile Power Back
How A Bright Smile Can Make You Feel Better & Enjoy Life More
Secrets of the Unsmiling Fashion Model
Dry Mouth: A Potential Danger to Your Health
Have You Been Hiding Your Smile?
A Whole Smile Actually Helps You Live a Better Life?
3 out of 4 People Have This: Gum Inflammation
The Pearly White Health Connection
