Replace Old Silver Fillings
Superficial cuts in the skin subside without a trace, infections are wiped out with antibiotics, broken bones mend, and inflamed tissues subside. Our teeth, unfortunately, can’t regenerate. Decay can be halted in its progress, but scientists are still years away from actual enamel regeneration. That’s why the team at Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway […]
A Proud Dental Practice
At Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township MI, we are proud to provide our community with the best dental care possible. It’s a lot of work running a dental office, but it’s an important function. We are committed to excellence in what we do. […]
What Do You Do If You Get Something Stuck Between Your Teeth?
Ever get something stuck between your teeth? Of course you have; who hasn’t? At best, something stuck between your teeth is bothersome, especially if it takes a long time to remove it. At worst it is painful, and requires professional attention, like what we provide at Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley […]
You Don’t Have to Live With Bad Breath
Chronic bad breath can happen even when you do everything right: brushing and flossing after meals, using mouthwash, and having regular checkups at Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township MI If you are doing everything right, but still coping with bad breath, don’t make […]
Fluoride Treatments: Not Just For Kids
You rarely hear the word “toothpaste” without it being preceded by “fluoride.” Fluoride toothpaste is good for teeth, and at Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township MI, we encourage its use. Fluoride is an essential mineral that helps your teeth stay strong. It is […]
Preventative Maintenance For Your Irreplaceable Smile
You know the old saying: an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of the cure. At Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township MI, we are big advocates of preventative dentistry as the best way to maintain dental health. Preventative dentistry, though, is about […]
Avoid These 5 Smile Wreckers
A smile can reflect a good heart and your best intentions. It’s one of your most valuable assets, and at Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township MI we remind you to do whatever you can to protect it. We’ve drawn up a list of […]
Yes, We Treat Bad Breath
At Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township MI, dental patients often ask us if mouthwash cures bad breath. We tell them that treating bad breath with a mouthwash is like drenching yourself with cologne instead of taking a shower. Mouthwash is only a temporary […]
Pregnancy and Oral Health
This post from Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township MI is for women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Carrying a precious baby can not only consume your time; it can divert your attention from other things. As valued as your little […]
The Five Stages of a Cavity
In this message from Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township MI, we discuss something about cavities you might not know. You may have heard that once tooth enamel is eroded, it’s gone forever. This is not entirely true. In the earliest stage of enamel […]