This piece is intended as a general reminder of the importance of oral health as a part of one’s overall well-being. The mouth is a mini ecosystem, with important interactions between your own body and a host of bacteria. The majority of these bacteria are not only harmless, but play a role in your breakdown
We all agree that a great smile goes a long way, in almost every aspect of life. To be certain, there is a solid body of scientific research that supports the connection between smiling and positive aspects of our personal and professional well-being. What about remembering and capturing those beautiful smiles? Why does it seem
Super Bowl Sunday is Almost Here! Whether you’re cheering on the Patriots or the Rams, chances are you’ll be snacking. Of course, most people know sugary foods aren’t good for their teeth, but it can be difficult to replace those treats with something that won’t damage your teeth. To help you take care of your
Brushing your teeth is so routine that you may take it for granted that there is a right way (and a wrong way) to get the most out of your two daily tooth brushings. Here are a few basic things to remember: 2 Minutes Brush for two minutes and continually move the brush around the
The holidays are officially here! This is our favorite time of year. Festive family gatherings, cookie decorating, work celebrations, get-togethers, school performances, and a plethora of parties – calendars fill up quickly during the holiday season. Along with the joy of celebration comes the fun of indulging in fine foods, decadent deserts, and sweet drinks…which
Who has never heard that “an apple a day keeps the doctor away”? But we want to know, does an apple a day keep the dentist away? And really, do apples clean your teeth? There’s no denying the nutritional benefits of the delicious fruit. But simply stating, “an apple a day keeps plaque away”
Beginning in 1918, at the end of the First World War, November 11th has been commemorated in the United States as the day when all who have ever served or who are currently serving in the United States Armed Forces is celebrated. Each year Veterans’ Day affords Americans the opportunity to pay our respects to
Okay. We’re not going to tell you to give out pennies and apples — that would be more terrifying than a haunted house! We’re going to share healthier treats to pass out than the usual Halloween fare. This year, try these healthy Halloween treats for trick-or-treaters and you can stay tooth-friendly while still being kid-pleasing!
It’s the night before your big day and you discover a huge pimple on your nose. Following the words of an old home remedy, you reach for the toothpaste. Everyone knows that toothpaste plays a key role in daily oral health routines around the globe. But could it also come in handy in a blemish
It’s Fall! So. Pumpkin Spice Everything… But is that Pumpkin Spice Latte Good for Your Teeth? It’s finally Fall. Cooler weather, Halloween, Thanksgiving…and the arrival pumpkin spiced everything. With Fall comes the champion of all things pumpkin spiced…the pumpkin spice latte, whose annual arrival is treated as a singular event, a marking of the
Thank you for trusting us with your dental health care. You are a valuable part of my work and my life. You should know that we at McGann Facial Design appreciate your time and your trust. A smile is contagious and we love coming into work everyday and helping our fellow community members achieve the
skeptic or scep·tic [skep-tik] noun a person who questions the validity or authenticity of something purporting to be factual Skeptics question everything before they believe it. But it’s not that skeptics don’t believe anything to be true, they just need solid research before they are convinced of it. Are you a skeptic, or do
