6 Good Reasons To Visit Your Dentist More Often
Most people visit the dentist about once each year. As many as forty percent of Americans see their dentist less often; some go as long as five years between visits! At Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township, we recommend a checkup every six months. […]
When It’s Better Not To Brush
This post from Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township is about tooth enamel. Though thin and partially translucent, tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the body. It has the essential job of protecting teeth from constant use and the continual assault of chemicals […]
How Do Dental Checkups Impact Your Oral Health?
Most of us learn at a young age that brushing and flossing are vital to keeping our smiles healthy. We need to continue these daily habits in our ongoing quest to maintain healthy smiles for strong teeth and gums. Seeing us at Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant […]
How Much Do You Know About Gum Disease?
Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss in adult Americans. And yet many people are surprisingly under-informed about it. In this blog post from Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township, we share some basic facts about gum disease. In its earliest and […]
We Love Our Orthodontic Assistants!
The office of Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township would be a very different place if it weren’t for the dental assistants who work here. In this blog post we would like to recognize the importance of these specialists, who are too often overlooked. […]
6 Reasons To Ditch Your Dentures For Dental Implants
Dentures that rest on the gums have a long history in dentistry. But a revolution is taking place, and these traditional dentures are no longer the only option. At Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township, we offer implant-supported dentures. Dental implants are titanium posts […]
Should You Let Your Teen Get An Oral Piercing?
An increasing number of young people are sporting tongue, cheek, and lip piercings. We have some thoughts on that, at Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township. What if your teen asked you for permission to get an oral piercing? The answer, we think, should […]
Can You Name 9 Dental Specialties?
Most people probably know how a pediatric dentist differs from an orthodontist. Some even know the unique focus of endodontists. But not many know that the American Dental Association recognizes nine dental specialties. this post from Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township looks at […]
5 Critical Things To Know About Periodontal Disease
Periodontal disease, also called gum disease, is inflammation or infection of the gums. For the most part, periodontal disease is preventable. It is also treatable, at Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township. Gum disease is so pervasive in the US that it has been […]
Is It Growing In Your Mouth?
Plaque is that filmy stuff that forms on teeth. Since it is caused by the breakdown of the foods we eat, plaque formation is a constant process. And that’s why we keep reminding our patients to brush and floss twice a day, at Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & […]