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 & […]
Let Us Ease Your Dental Anxiety
If your pulse rate picks up just thinking about dental appointments, you may benefit from sedation dentistry from Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township. Millions of Americans stress out when they have to see the dentist. It is referred to as dental anxiety. There […]
We’ll Fix Your Cracked Tooth. Prevent the Next One.
In this message from Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township, we begin with this scenario: you’re munching popcorn at the movies and bite down on an unpopped kernal. You hear a noise that makes your toes curl. Crack! You’ve cracked a tooth. It may […]
Teen Teeth: Adolescent Oral Health
If you are a teenager or the parent of one, this post from Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township is for you. Dental risks for teens include both developmental and lifestyle-related factors. We see decay and gum disease far too often in teens. Possible […]
Is Tooth Decay Contagious?
This message from Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township is about tooth decay. Your mouth has a thriving community of bacteria. There are from 200-300 types, but relatively few cause tooth decay. Bacteria that cause tooth decay mix with sugar to form a powerful […]
Health Habits To Keep You Smiling
In this post from Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township, we focus on critical behaviors that influence dental health. Of course, effective brushing and flossing are two important habits for healthy teeth, but there are many more things we can do to keep a […]
Ignoring It Won’t Make It Go Away
Are you suffering with a toothache, but ignoring the pain? It won’t get better until you have one of our dentists take a look, at Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township. Toothache pain is like an unpaid speeding ticket. Ignoring it won’t make it […]
Think You Know How To Brush? Think Again.
You’ve been doing it since you were five. You switch to autopilot morning and night and get it over with. But Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township has a question: are you doing it right? We ask this in all seriousness. There is always […]