Finding a "family dentist near me" is like hitting the jackpot in dental care. It's not about flashy ads or fancy clinics; it's about trust and convenience. A family dentist offers a kind of care that's both personal and professional, tailored for every age, from...
Brushing, flossing, and mouthwash with fluoride. If there was a holy trinity for a quality daily personal oral hygiene routine, this would be that triumvirate. For some folks, these are an easy enough set of daily goals to attain, but for others, there are a...
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 —...
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...
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...
Temporomandibular. Yeah, that word is a mouthful to say. Actually, it is probably more appropriate to say it’s a jawful to say. Wait, is jawful a word? Tell you what, we’ll just stick to providing you with useful dental health information instead of worrying too...
We often get asked about water flossers here at McIlwain Family Dentistry. Do they work? Are they worth the money? Are they that much better than regular flossing? In this month’s blog, we’re going to answer those questions for you! Do they work? We find them...
Can you believe that it has been well over a year since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic? It seems like things are trending towards a more positive outlook with each passing day, but there are residual effects of the pandemic that can linger long...
Good oral health is a life-long battle against a variety of foes. From brushing to flossing to regular dentist visits, staying on top of your overall oral health and cleanliness takes the diligence of maintaining an excellent routine. When we’re children, missing a cleaning or...