Are You Watching For Cavities in Shelby Township?
Did you know a cavity may be reversed? These small holes in our teeth caused by acidic tooth erosion can actually be prevented from getting worse and require filling. Currently, around 90% of adults have cavities and almost 30% have untreated cavities. However, by taking a few needed precautions from McKinley-Holloway Legacy Dentistry, we can […]
A Noteworthy Dental Experience
When Doctor Brittany McKinley-Holloway walks into the room, you usually feel the atmosphere kick up a notch. Here at McKinley-Holloway Legacy Dentistry in Shelby Township, MI, we provide a wide range of services, including fillings, implants, and cleaning. Having your teeth cleaned can be just as critical as addressing cavities and taking care of implant […]
How To Make Brushing Your Teeth A Habit
Brushing your teeth on a regular basis is one of the best things you can do for your smile. Healthy teeth make a beautiful smile. Brushing can also help with gum health and even keep your breath smelling sweet. At Mckinley-Holloway Legacy Dentistry, we believe in instilling good oral health habits early. For some of […]
Want To Keep Your Enamel Healthy? Avoid Doing These 11 Things
McKinley-Holloway Legacy Dentistry in Shelby Township wants to keep your enamel strong. Avoid doing these 11 things! 1. Chewing on hard foods We’re looking at you Bone-in ribs and hard candy. 2. Chewing on hard possessions This includes fingernails, pencils, pen caps, and ice. 3. Grinding your teeth If you grind your teeth, discuss it […]
15 Things You Didn’t Know About Teeth
Mckinley-Holloway Legacy Dentistry wants all our Shelby Township patients to be informed about their oral health. Check out some dental facts below: Children’s teeth are soft until about age 10. A tooth with a crown can get a cavity. Your gum tissue is as important as your teeth. Some prescription medications can increase your risk […]
Do Whitestrips Work?
If you have visited the toothpaste aisle at your Shelby Township grocery store, you have probably noticed dozens of products that claim to whiten your teeth. A few years ago, the only over-the-counter tooth whitening options in Detroit were whitening toothpaste and Crest Whitestrips. Now there is a wide variety of products at every drugstore […]
When it Comes to Your Smile, Never Settle For Less
Don’t Settle for a Smile You Aren’t Happy With No one likes to settle for less than the best, especially with something as important as your smile. At McKinley-Holloway Legacy Dentistry in Shelby Township, we have the solutions for your smile problems. Fixing Small Chips and Cracks Can Work Wonders You don’t have to live […]
Battling Bad Breath Causes With the Help of McKinley-Holloway Legacy Dentistry
Bad breath, also known as halitosis, can be an embarrassing and distressing issue. However, understanding its root causes and seeking professional guidance can help you maintain fresh and pleasant breath. Let’s review some common causes of bad breath and how McKinley-Holloway Legacy Dentistry in Shelby Township MI in the Detroit area can be your ally […]
How to Care for an Infant’s Oral Health
Your child deserves a strong, healthy, and successful smile that can help them, eat, talk, and express emotion. This is why it’s important for you to keep your child’s teeth and gums in tip-top shape regularly. To help you do so, our dentist, Drs. Ray McKinley & Brittany McKinley-Holloway, has some tips and recommendations on […]
How to Fight off Gum Disease
One of the more scary issues when it comes to our oral health care is gum disease. Tooth loss and throat cancer are associated gum disease. Even some cases of heart disease are linked to periodontitis. No matter how scary this is, gum disease is one of the most easily preventable diseases adults are currently […]