At St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville MD, our top priority has always been our patients, and nothing is ever going to change that. Not only do we want want each one of you to enjoy excellent dental health, we want you to have a positive experience in our office. What do we mean by a …
Is your smile beginning to look a little dull? Has its luster faded over the years? Maybe you’ve got a chipped tooth; or maybe even a couple. You don’t have to live with these imperfections if you don’t want to. At St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville MD, porcelain veneers can mask these and other dental …
Are floss picks as good as regular floss? While it’s better to use a floss pick than to not floss at all, it’s important to note that floss picks can only clean a part of the tooth’s surface. At St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville MD we recommend traditional floss or tape. Here’s why: A floss …
When we crown one of our patients at St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville MD, the coronation is a celebration of a stronger smile. The need for a dental crown is usually apparent. Crowns restore a decayed or damaged tooth to its original size, shape, and functionality. Crowns are sometimes extended down to a tooth’s root …
At St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville MD, dental patients often ask us if mouthwash cures bad breath. We tell them that treating bad breath with a mouthwash is like drenching yourself with cologne instead of taking a shower. Mouthwash is only a temporary mask for odor caused by poor oral hygiene, tongue bacteria, or digestive …
Porcelain veneers from St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville MD are a versatile cosmetic dentistry treatment that can improve a range of flaws on any smile, and leave you with a dental masterpiece! Veneers are thin shells of medical-grade ceramic that are attached to the front of your teeth. They are custom-fitted for each tooth. Once …
Each restorative and cosmetic dentistry procedure performed at St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville MD can address a specific issue. A porcelain veneer can correct the surface of a tooth that is discolored or has had enamel loss. Bonding can fill a small chip in an otherwise healthy tooth. Some dental problems are more extensive and …
Chompers. Pearly Whites. Dents. Gnashers. Grill. While you can switch up what you call them, at St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville MD, we advise you to never switch up a well-engrained oral health routine. Practicing proper oral hygiene daily with pay off throughout your life. You’ll prevent tooth decay, plaque, and gum disease, not to …
Dental implants from St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville MD support teeth so lifelike, patients have been known to forget some of their teeth aren’t real. That’s now natural their look and function is. No wonder they are our most popular restorative dentistry option! Those simple facts are enough to make most people choose dental implants …
Too tired to touch a toothbrush? We’ve all been there. At St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville MD, we have two quick ideas to overcome your exhaustion and pick up your toothbrush. Idea #1 Drag Tongue Along Teeth As you lie there in bed after a long hard day and realize you forgot to brush, drag …
