Dental health and a dazzling smile depend on much more than simply brushing regularly. In today’s St. Mary’s Dental post, we present a quick refresher course on important lifestyle practices that affect oral health. You are probably familiar with most of these recommendations, but it is helpful to get a reminder once in a while. We …
If you have missing spaces in your smile due to tooth decay, injury, or any other reason, there is hope. If your existing teeth are stained, decayed, or broken, there is hope. If your teeth have always been misshapen, or crooked, there is hope. Cosmetic dentistry can fix all of those problems. Doctor McCray at …
In the hustle and bustle of life, amidst our myriad commitments and responsibilities, it’s easy to overlook the importance of dental health. However, there’s no better time than now to prioritize your oral well-being by visiting St. Mary’s Dental, your local friendly dentist. Here’s why: 1. New Year, New Smile: As we usher in a …
Planning for Success To achieve the utmost in oral health and a beautiful smile, you need a strategy. If you’re in Mechanicsville, Maryland looking for a smile makeover and need cosmetic dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, sleep dentistry or any number of dental restoration procedures done, your strategy should be: “Contact my professional neighborhood dental practice.” St. …
Your teeth are among the most important structures in your body. They are responsible for tasks such as biting, chewing, and speaking. Unfortunately, there are many ways in which you can accidentally break your teeth. This can lead to pain, discomfort, and long-term disability. At St. Mary’s Dental we want you to be careful with …
At St. Mary’s Dental, we aim to educate patients. We know that optimal dental health depends on accurate information. General Dental Procedures Suppose you need a cavity filled or want to restore a tooth with a dental implant. We make sure we explain all procedures and answer our patients’ questions. We also explain how to …
Many Mechanicsville residents are afraid to go to the dentist. For some men and women with dental anxiety, it’s because they had a painful experience at the dentist when they were young. Others fear needles or a perceived lack of control. Another oft-cited reason men and women are scared of the dentist is the dreaded …
In 1992, Dr. Gina McCray established St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville. Dr. McCray is a reputable dental professional dedicated to preventative dentistry. What is preventative dentistry? The goal of preventative dentistry is to keep oral health so that no restorative dental work ever becomes needed. In other words, preventing cavities, gum disease, and enamel wear. …
Hello, I am Doctor McCray. Whether you are one of our patients or a blogosphere visitor, welcome to my dental blog. My dental practice is called St. Mary’s Dental and is located at 28169 Old Village Rd in Mechanicsville, Maryland. I have been practicing dentistry since 1992. Since opening my dental practice, I have seen …
Today’s post from St. Mary’s Dental focuses on an effective and versatile cosmetic dental procedure—porcelain veneers. Veneers are individual covers for the front part of teeth. They are a phenomenal way to fix a myriad of tooth imperfections such as chips, stains, yellowing, unattractive shapes, or minimal misalignment. Have you ever looked for a minimally …
