Are You Ready to Go Back To School? Your child may have the latest clothes, school supplies, sports and electronic equipment for the new school year; but does he or she have a healthy mouth and the tools they will need to maintain it? According to the American Dental Association, a dental examination is
We All Deserve to Have Good Doctors, but Doctors Deserve to Have Good Patients! Are YOU A Good Patient? Any time we visit a healthcare professional, we are most often concerned about staying healthy or getting better from the condition that plagues us at the time. As part of that process, many of us
Here are five dental terms that you might have heard before, but didn’t really know what they mean or why they are important. Impacted Tooth: When a tooth is unable to fully enter the mouth it is said to be “impacted”. In general, an impacted tooth is prevented from breaking through the gums either by
Dental Anesthesia: The Less You Worry, the Easier it Will Be Every so often, unfortunately, we read news of an unfortunate death involving a patient undergoing routine wisdom teeth extraction. This naturally puts a spotlight on the safety and role of anesthesia in dental procedures. It is helpful to understand the reasons why patients need
Our AIM – Advanced Implant Method Advancements in modern dentistry have made it easy to replace missing teeth using natural-looking and functioning prosthetics. Dental implants are permanent solutions for replacing missing teeth, and when cared for properly, can last a lifetime. At McGann Facial Design, we have developed an Advanced Implant Method (AIM), that provides
Teenagers should have their wisdom teeth removed by an oral and maxillofacial surgeon because oral surgeons have specialized surgical training, advanced imaging technology, and offer safer sedation options that reduce complications and speed recovery. What makes Dr. McGann the Best Choice for Teen Wisdom Teeth Removal? Advanced Surgical TrainingOral surgeons receive extensive training beyond dental
From Dr. Grant McGann Nobody wants to lose a tooth. I completely understand—it’s a tough moment, and it’s normal to feel anxious or uncertain. But when a tooth needs to come out due to decay, gum disease, crowding, or trauma, my goal is to make the process as smooth, gentle, and comfortable as possible—for both
They tell far more than a 1,000 words! Don’t put off calling our office and making an appointment to see Dr. McGann. If you are unhappy with your smile and/or your bite, go ahead and set up a consult–we can’t wait to welcome you to McGann Oral Surgery.
Spring time and summer right behind that can be one of the busiest times of the year for parents. Sport camps and the like seem to get longer and more frequent. But before you start shuffling your kids to their different camps and sports practices, be sure to get them a mouth guard. Using a
There are a few definite, known things about Valentine’s Day. Everyone knows that Valentine’s Day is a day of love, that we are supposed to shower our loved ones in displays of affection, and that we are usually eat an unhealthy amount of chocolate. Some revel in the glory of love while others claim the
We love coffee. Well, most of us do and for those who love it, we really love it! Most often in the morning, usually in the afternoon, and even sometimes in the evening. However, between mountains of whipped cream and caramel drizzles, it can be hard to stay away from too much sugar at coffee
About 80 million people in North America snore. Approximately 12 million Americans have sleep apnea. So what’s the difference, and why does it matter? Snoring is not necessarily sleep apnea. caused by the vibration of the soft palate and uvula, occurring when the airway becomes obstructed during sleep. Several things can obstruct the airway and
