Early Indicators of Periodontal Disease—and What to Do
It’s easy to focus on your teeth when you think about oral health. After all, they do the heavy lifting of chewing and form the foundation of your smile. But what about your gums? Healthy gums are just as crucial for a healthy mouth. So, should you worry about them? The short answer is yes—paying […]
Proven Periodontal Treatment in Shelby Township, MI
Are you a Shelby Township, MI resident looking to improve your oral health? If you’re dealing with gum disease or notice persistent symptoms like swollen, bleeding gums or bad breath, it may be time to explore periodontal treatment options. At McKinley-Holloway Legacy Dentistry, led by the highly skilled Dr. Brittany McKinley-Holloway, you can find advanced […]
Daily Oral Hygiene: Put Your Heart Into It
Attention dental patients: brushing twice daily may help reduce your risk of heart disease. Scientists, dentists, and cardiologists have known for many years that there is a link between inflammation in the mouth (gum disease) and heart problems. However, a recent study evaluated oral health habits and heart disease risk. Science Daily reported on the […]
Swollen Gums?
If you are a worried Shelby Township resident experiencing inflamed gums or an aching tooth, you are not alone. There is an Epidemic of Dental Problems About one-third of U.S. adults are experiencing tooth decay, according to the CDC, and gum disease plagues one in seven people ages 35 to 40. Don’t ignore these symptoms, […]
The Link Between Gum Disease and Viral Infections
The pandemic has increased public awareness of the danger of viruses and the importance of a healthy immune system. Our Immune System Protects Against Serious Illness The variation in the severity of COVID-19 illness is due, in part, to the strength of natural biological defenses. Of course, you may be wondering why we’re talking about […]
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 […]
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 […]
The 4 Stages of Gum Disease
Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss in adults. It’s a progressive condition, and is easily treatable in its earliest stages. From Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township, here are the four main stages of gum disease. Gingivitis The main symptoms of […]
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 […]
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 […]