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 …
Periodontal disease, more commonly called gum disease, is inflammation or infection of the gums. For the most part, periodontal disease is preventable, but if you get it, it is also treatable at St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville MD. This condition is so widespread in the US that it has been called a ‘health crisis’ by …
At St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville MD, our patients often ask if chewing xylitol gum is an effective substitute for tooth brushing and regular exams at the dentist office. Before answering that question, a few words about xylitol: Xylitol is a natural sweetener that was first discovered in birch tree bark but is also found in …
Hello! This post from St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville is for parents. We know that the health and safety of your children is your top priority. That’s why you baby-proof your home, serve healthy foods, and buckle the kids tightly in their car seats. You want to protect them from cavities, too. Tooth decay is …
Soft drinks, soda, pop. No matter what you call it, it’s been the nemesis of dental care for years. It will probably stay that way. Today, St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville gives you yet another critical reason to avoid this ubiquitous beverage. For dental health, soda inflicts a double punch of damage with two of …
When the upper part of the jaw and the lower part of the jaw are not the same size, bite problems can occur. In some cases, bite problems can be corrected with clear braces, available from St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville MD. When the lower jaw is smaller than the upper jaw, it is called …
You smile deserves regular attention. If you haven’t had a dental examination in a while, consider the excellent dental care you’ll get from St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville. Here are ten reasons to stay on top of your dental health: Check Up: It’s time, and this is the best way to prevent dental problems. Clean …
Dental anxiety is a very real issue that affects millions of Americans. For some, the anxiety is so bad they avoid going to the dentist entirely. And that is a serious matter, because avoiding the dentist puts their dental health at risk. If this sounds at all like you, the sedation options provided by St. …
