How Do Dental Checkups Impact Your Oral Health?
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Into The Thick Of It, The Skinny On Toothpaste
In this post from Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township MI, we’ll answer some common questions about toothpaste. Why does toothpaste seem gritty? The abrasive aspect of toothpaste is to help with removing dental plaque and food from the surface of the teeth. Vigorous […]
Do I Need A Dental Cleaning If I Brush And Floss At Home?
This post from Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township focuses on professional dental cleanings. You might wonder if you need a professional dental cleaning if you already practice dental hygiene daily at home. The answer is that both processes are vital because they work […]
Periodontal Disease Is Linked To Systemic Diseases
Gum disease is one of the leading causes of tooth loss in American adults. At Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township we take gum disease very seriously, and your should, too. What do your gums do? The soft tissue in your mouth, like skin, […]
What Is General Dentistry?
If you explored our website before landing on this blog, you have may noticed the term “general dentistry” on the menu, along with other services. “General dentistry” may sound bland, but it isn’t. At Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township, it’s your assurance that […]
Five Facts About Enamel Erosion
Our teeth work hard and are constantly under attack. It’s no wonder that nature encases them with an armor of enamel—the hardest substance in the body. Unfortunately, enamel erosion is extremely pervasive, though largely preventable. Enamel’s chief enemies are acidic foods and beverages. Other factors that can weaken enamel or wear it away are some […]
Attack Of The Gummi Bear
At Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township, we never like to be the bearers of bad news, but we are committed to our patients’ oral health. In this post we offer an important warning about a lesser-known danger of sticky candy. Most people probably […]
Be Wise About Your Wisdom Teeth
In this blog post from Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township we will be discussing the often misunderstood subject of wisdom teeth. Wisdom teeth are sometimes called the third molars because they are even farther back in the mouth than the two sets of […]
Quirky Dental Facts That May Surprise You
In this post from Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township MI, we share some fun facts about dentistry. Enjoy! Many dental patients are aware that before there was formal dental training and licensing, barbers often performed dental procedures. But did you know that blacksmiths […]
5 Ways To Prevent A Cracked Tooth
Cracked teeth can be painful, unattractive, and pricey to repair. This post from Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township has an easy-to-follow list of tips to keep your teeth whole and strong. 1. Don’t chew on hard substances. Mind-blowing, right? People should steer clear […]