This post from St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville addresses one of the most feared dental procedures: the root canal. If you find out you need a root canal, don’t panic. We recommend this procedure in order to repair and save a damaged or infected tooth. Why do people fear root canals? They have the reputation …
Let’s talk about the power of a smile. You can learn a lot from a smile: they communicate emotions more precisely than words can ever do. At St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville, we create beautiful smiles with cosmetic dentistry. How can we do that? With cosmetic dentistry, we can whiten teeth, improve their shape, close …
At St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville, we are dedicated to the dental health of each patient, and recognize that healthy teeth and gums are essential to complete physical and mental health. At every checkup, we examine you for any new cavities, and for any signs of gum disease. In its mildest form, gum disease is …
If you are planning to whiten your teeth, the first step is to select a method. There are lots of options, but they all use a peroxide-based whitening solution. You’ll get the best results from professional whitening at St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville. The difference between professional whitening and over-the-counter products lies in the strength …
You’ve been doing it since you were five. You switch to auto pilot and get it done. But at St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville, we as in all seriousness, are you brushing your teeth correctly? Actually, many people are making tooth brushing mistakes. You may need to tweak your routine to better protect your teeth …
It’s estimated that 50% of people snore at some point during their life. Sleep apnea is a more serious, but also common. We can provide relief, at St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville. Snoring and sleep apnea are related. Many people who snore also have sleep apnea. However, the conditions are not always present together. Why …
This blog post from St.Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville focuses on a preventative treatment often used to help impede the development of cavities in children. Dental sealants are a thin coat of clear resin that is applied to the biting surfaces of teeth, usually the rear molars. The back teeth are more prone to cavities because …
At St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville, we consider many factors when designing a smile for one of our patients. One of the elements involved is the facial midline. We consider the length and angle of the facial midline to properly position porcelain crowns, veneers, and dental implants. When front teeth restorations do not line up …
Regular dental check-ups and cleanings with us at St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville are critical for good dental health. However, some dental patients worry because their gums tend to bleed after a thorough cleaning. Is this a problem? Well, it depends. If your gums bleed for a day or two, you don’t need to be …
What’s the difference between a dental implant and a crown? It can be confusing. They can be combined in one procedure. And both can be used with other dental restorations. At St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville, we’re using this space to explain the difference. 1. A dental implant can serve as a foundation for a …
