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Don’t Let a Preventable Dental Emergency Sideline Your Oral Health

Posted December 13, 2020 by & filed under Uncategorized.

Winter is almost here, and sports activities can find a way to bring a dental emergency into your life during the busy holiday season. Whether you are skiing, snowboarding, ice skating, swimming, or surfing, accidents can happen. It can mean running into a tree while sledding, falling on your face at an ice skating rink,... Read more »

Are You Thankful for Dental Care That Makes Your Smile Look and Feel Its Best?

Posted November 4, 2020 by & filed under Uncategorized.

Autumn is in full swing, and that means the cold weather is fast approaching (if it isn’t already here)! You may be tempted to hunker down with holiday goodies and snacks, but you do not want to ignore your health or even your dental health. Even if you are busy during this season, you might... Read more »

Quality Dental Care: A Responsible Investment

Posted October 13, 2020 by & filed under Uncategorized.

Preparing to pay for important dental work can be a daunting undertaking. The good news is that the cost may be far less than you imagined. Knowing your needs is crucial to planning your budget for dental work. Trying to Compare Comparing the price of a dental crown for molars versus the price of a… Read more »

Healthy Dental Tips For the Spooky Season!

Posted October 6, 2020 by & filed under Uncategorized.

Halloween is lurking around the corner, but so is the coronavirus, making traditional Halloween parties trickier. This year, big parties and parades, creepy haunted houses, and gathering in crowds to trick-or-treat are off the table for many, or at the very least, downsized and held outdoors while social distancing. While the traditional ways of celebrating... Read more »

National Gum Care Month Is a Good Reminder for You To Prevent Gum Disease

Posted September 5, 2020 by & filed under Uncategorized.

September is National Gum Care Month, so let’s talk about everything related to gums. This month is a good time to reflect on your dental health and commit to taking better care of your gums. Sometimes, we forget your gums help keep your teeth in their place and functioning at top capacity. When your gums... Read more »

How Do Dental Checkups Impact Your Oral Health?

Posted September 2, 2020 by & filed under Dental health, General dentistry, Uncategorized.

Most of us learn at a young age that brushing and flossing are vital to keeping our smiles healthy. We need to continue these daily habits in our ongoing quest to maintain healthy smiles for strong teeth and gums. Seeing us at Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant… Read more »

Recognize National Fresh Breath Day With Fresh Breath!

Posted August 3, 2020 by & filed under Uncategorized.

The mouth is home to millions of bacteria, some of them good and some bad. In fact, half of the bacteria in your mouth can lead to bad breath! National Fresh Breath Day is observed every year on August 6th to create awareness of oral hygiene in the fight against bad breath. It is a... Read more »

Dental Implants Are a Solution to Replacing Lost Teeth

Posted July 22, 2020 by & filed under Uncategorized.

When it comes to your smile, taking care of your teeth is an investment in your oral health that pays many dividends. With tooth loss, missing teeth can affect you in multiple ways. Even losing just one tooth can cause problems. Some of that is emotional, as people often feel self-conscious and embarrassed to smile... Read more »

Bad Habits to Avoid If You Want Healthy Teeth and Gums

Posted June 3, 2020 by & filed under Uncategorized.

As humans, we are regularly developing habits throughout our lifetime, and they aren’t always good ones. Bad habits are quite common, and a lot of them are formed unintentionally. Many times we develop habits that aren’t good for us without being aware of it, but bad oral habits can cause problems, pain, and cost a... Read more »

Your Toothbrush Has Come a Long Way to Keep Your Teeth and Gums Healthy

Posted May 1, 2020 by & filed under Uncategorized.

Your toothbrush is one of the most important tools you have in your home to keep your pearly whites healthy and beautiful. Used properly twice a day, your toothbrush will help you ward off tooth decay, gum disease and even bad breath. Its job in your daily oral hygiene kit is vital because unchecked gum... Read more »

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