Do you have extreme tooth damage, bone loss, or few to no remaining teeth? This post from St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville MD is for anyone whose mouth is in a world of hurt. First off, we feel for you. We understand how severe dental issues impact you every day of your life. Whatever the …
In today’s post, we will veer a bit off the beaten path, so to speak, and discuss an important dental specialty; forensic dentistry. The official term for the use of dentistry in criminal cases and post mortem identification is forensic odontology. These experts are rarely recognized but play an essential role in crime and disaster …
In this message from St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville MD we discuss something about cavities you might not know. You may have heard that once tooth enamel is eroded, it’s gone forever. This is not entirely true. In the earliest stage of enamel erosion, a cavity can be reversed. There are five main stages to …
If you think your smile is unattractive, you may not smile very often. Cosmetic dentistry from St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville MD can improve any smile. In addition to making us happier, smiling benefits our quality of life in a multitude of ways. 1.Look Younger and More Attractive It doesn’t take a scientific study to …
The people who are happiest with their smiles have healthy, straight teeth that sparkle when they laugh. If nature didn’t bless you with attractive teeth, you are not alone. Most perfect smiles you see were not always that way: they are the result of cosmetic dentistry, like what we provide at St. Mary’s Dental in …
The pandemic has increased public awareness of the danger of viruses and the importance of a strong immune system. We at St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville MD can help you understand the link between viruses and gum disease Our Immune System Protects Against Serious Illness The variation in the severity of COVID-19 illness is due, …
It’s A Great Time To Have Ugly Teeth! You read that title right: it’s a great time to have ugly teeth. It really is true! Cosmetic dentistry from St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville MD offers a range of procedures that can transform unattractive teeth into something memorable. One of the most-requested procedures here is teeth …
Proper nutrition can benefit you in many ways: increased energy, improved immunity, glowing skin, mental clarity, and a lower risk of heart disease and stroke. At St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville MD we ask: How often do you consider how your diet affects your dental health? Your diet influences your risk of cavities, enamel health, …
In this post from St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville MD we focus on behaviors that influence dental health. Of course, regular brushing and flossing are two important habits for healthy teeth, but there are many more things we can do to keep a healthy smile. Diet Do’s Do eat a nutritious diet with a variety …
At St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville MD, we don’t like providing the reality check; especially around the holidays. Everyone wants to think positively and enjoy their time, and that’s well and good. But we would be an ineffective dental team if we didn’t remind you to take extra care of your teeth this holiday season. …
