When it comes to your oral health, you deserve nothing short of the best. After all, without routine dental care, you could develop issues, like gum disease, tooth decay and overall poor oral health. The right Tampa dentist can offer a level of convenience and expertise that...
If you've been feeling guilty about your dentist's pleas to floss more often, you're not alone. We all know we're supposed to floss once a day, but research suggests that only a third of us actually do it. From there, a quarter of us floss a few times a...
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....
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...
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...
Welcome to summer everyone! School is out and we’re seeing more and more of you in for cleanings here at McIlwain Dental, which makes us proud because dental hygiene is extremely important! One thing we are always reminding our friends who come in is to...
Hello, friends! Believe it or not, we're four months into the new year, meaning that those resolutions you may have been determined to keep in January might be slowly slipping away as your to-do list grows. However, now that we are almost at the halfway...
Ford or Chevy? Pepsi or Coke? Most of the time when it comes to choices between two different companies' offerings, it is a matter of personal preference. When it comes to the best choice for dental care maintenance supplies (especially electric toothbrushes), the two most...
When it comes to taking care of our teeth, there's a lot to learn! After all, we don't just need to know about what our teeth are and how they work, but we especially want to learn how best to take care of them. Watch the...