This post from the dentist at St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville MD is for women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Carrying your precious baby not only consumes your time, but your attention as well. But don’t forget your needs and your vitality during these important months. It’s important to understand that the …
Ouch! No one wants the pain and inconvenience of a cracked tooth, so in this blog post from the dentist at St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville MD, we are going to focus on how to avoid this preventable problem. The first thing to remember is that avoiding a cracked tooth is not rocket science. You …
Some people who lose a back tooth wonder whether to replace it. After all, it doesn’t show when you smile and there are other teeth to take over the chewing functions. Why not avoid the expense to replace it and save some money? At St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville MD, we believe there are very …
Are dental implants from St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville MD worth the investment? Absolutely! A dental implant is a permanent tooth replacement that looks, feels and functions like a natural tooth. The dental implant itself is a metal post that is surgically placed in the patient’s jaw. Usually made of titanium, it serves as a replacement …
Many of our patients at St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville MD undergo crown lengthening to correct a gummy smile. The procedure brings proper balance and symmetry to their smile. Gum tissue and, in some cases, bone is removed to expose more of the visible part of a tooth. It is a safe procedure that does …
Periodontal disease is more common than you might think. At St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville MD, we treat patients with gum disease every day. Some patients aren’t even aware they have it until we diagnose it. Fortunately, it can be treated, although as with most health issues, the sooner it begins, the better. What is …
Some people who have a weak or broken tooth may want to think about dental crowns as a solution to improve their smile and overall oral health. Available from St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville, a crown is really a cap or covering that is tooth-shaped. When it is in place, it covers the portion of …
One common reason people say they don’t floss is that the practice is difficult to fit into their daily schedule. If you’ve found this to be true, and feel like you are too busy to floss, here are some suggestions from the dentist at St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville MD for fitting this vital dental …
If you are a teenager or the parent of a teenager, this post from St. Mary’s Dental Care in Mechanicsville MD is for you. At St. Mary’s Dental, we see cavities and gum disease in teenagers far too often. Possible causes and complicating factors include insufficient dental hygiene, unhealthy diet, malocclusion (misaligned bite), smoking, hormonal …
Here is some critical news for anyone who cares about their dental health: periodontal disease, or gum disease, is a primary cause of tooth loss among adults. There is also evidence that it is associated with heart disease. At St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville MD, this problem is easy to treat if it is discovered in …
