Have you stopped smiling in an effort to hide your missing teeth? Even one missing tooth can have a major impact on your oral health. Your teeth could shift, leading to an issue with your bite. Your risk of tooth decay and gum disease could also...
How Regular Dental Check-Ups Can Lead to a Better Smile Have you always wanted a better smile showcasing whiter, healthier teeth? Or perhaps you want a more fabulous smile since it can help you be more confident. Those are valid reasons to want to have a dazzling smile....
How to Enjoy Halloween While Keeping Your Teeth Healthy Bring on crisp fallen leaves, creative costumes, horror movies, and of course, Halloween candy. It's officially spooky season! For parents, however, there's nothing scarier than a bag full of cavity-causing sweet treats. Prevent Halloween candy cavities with these smile-saving tips! How...
Crowns (the ones you wear in your mouth, not on top of your head) are one of the most common dental aids in the United States, with north of 15 million people sporting at least one in their mouths. There are different types of materials available...
Keeping our teeth clean is an important part of the healthy routine that keeps them strong. The enamel that covers our teeth is the hardest substance in our bodies, so its natural design gives our teeth a needed boost to help them do their job...
Teledentistry is not a new concept, but it has certainly become a focal point for many medical professionals and patients over the last couple of years due to the daily impact of COVID-19. For many years, teledentistry has been a useful — if not valuable —...
Happy New Year from your friends here at McIlwain Dental! We often get asked, “What can I do to enhance my smile?” Well, there are many options available depending on just how much “enhancement” your smile needs. Let’s look at some choices that can help...
It’s that time of year where we seem to be ingesting a bit more delicious treats! Whether it’s snacking on leftover Halloween candy or piling up a fat plate of Thanksgiving vittles at grandma’s it’s definitely the season of scrumptiousness. What does that mean for...
The path to the “perfect” smile is different for everyone. Some folks are born lucky, with a good genetic base and well-balanced maintenance routine they get the shining smile that instantly gets a smile back. Others face challenges both genetic and procedural, and that leads...
When it comes to maintaining your oral health, a consistent simple routine of daily brushing and flossing along with using a fluoride-based mouthwash is the trifecta for creating a healthy environment for your teeth and gums. If you are engaging in these activities daily then...