Much like adults, children should see a dentist every six months for preventative care. However, more frequent checkups may be required if they experience discomfort or other signs of potential problems. Here, we're going to discuss some of these possible issues that require the help of a pediatric...
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...
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...
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 —...
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...
Board-certified. Have you ever seen those two words together and wondered what exactly that meant regarding your dentist? Well, it can mean multiple things and they all tend to bode well for someone like yourself who is putting the oral health and well-being in the...
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...