Why a Root Canal Is Not Something To Fear
This post from Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township MI addresses one of the most feared dental procedures: the root canal. If you find out you need a root canal, don’t panic. When we recommend this procedure, it’s to repair and save a damaged […]
Been A While Since You’ve Visited A Dentist?
At Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township MI, we are committed to the highest standards of dental care, and to the experience our patients have in our office. If it’s been a while since you’ve had a checkup, we invite you to give us […]
You May Have Gingivitis
This post from Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township MI is about gingivitis, which is early-stage gum disease. Gum disease is usually the result of poor brushing and flossing habits. When you don’t brush and floss on a regular basis there is a build-up […]
Don’t Let Fear Of The Dentist Compromise Your Oral Health
If you have claustrophobia, you avoid enclosed spaces. If you have arachnophobia, you stay away from spiders. Fair enough! But if you fear the dentist, you may be inclined to avoid checkups. At Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township MI, we know this is […]
Your Perfect Smile Is Only A Few Dental Visits Away
People spend days trying to decide how to upgrade their look. The new year rolls around and we all start calling hairdressers and gyms, booking appointments and restarting memberships. We all prepare to emerge as newer, cooler versions of ourselves. But how many of us think of scheduling a routing trip to the dentist? At […]
Preventing Tooth Decay
Tooth decay remains the most important issue in dental health, and it affects people of all ages. At Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township MI we are committed to preventing tooth decay in our patients. It can be an uphill battle sometimes. Tooth decay […]
How Long Should You Brush?
At name of practice we recommend brushing your teeth for at least two minutes, every time you brush. Most people think they brush that long but would probably be surprised if they actually set a timer. Many of us only brush for about a minute, if that. Essential Dental Health Brushing your teeth is an […]
Foaming At The Mouth: Are You Brushing Right?
In this post from Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township, we explore some specifics about brushing your teeth. One key to getting the most out of your toothpaste is getting plenty of foam when brushing. Working up a good foam is brought about by […]
How Tooth Brushing Prevents Gum Disease
Why should you brush your teeth at least twice a day? At Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township, we’re using this space to discuss why it is so important. The first, and most obvious benefit, is that brushing and flossing prevents tooth decay. It removes […]
Why Visit The Dentist?
At Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township, we want to see each one of our patients for a cleaning and checkup twice a year. Most of the time we try to get you to schedule your next appointment even as you leave the office […]