Prepare to be amazed by the unsung hero of your mouth: the tongue! Beyond its role in taste, this small but mighty muscle boasts some remarkable capabilities. From its surprising strength to its intricate role in speech and swallowing, the tongue is a true powerhouse. Join...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...