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 …
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, we often see patients who have been struggling with deficient sleep for months, or even years. Some of these people end up being diagnosed with sleep apnea or related conditions. You Can’t Just “Tough It Out” The reluctance to request treatment is lamentable, because it negatively impacts on …
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 …
Porcelain veneers (also called laminates) are thin shells that are custom made to permanently cover the front part of one or more teeth. They are super-strong and are available from St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville MD. Porcelain veneers can correct a variety of dental issues, including: 1. Chips 2. Cracks 3. Stains 4. Teeth that …
In this post from St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville MD, we will talk about jaw bone health, and how dental implants can protect you against bone loss. To remain healthy and dense, your jaw bone needs to be constantly stimulated by the pressure of chewing, biting, and talking. Each tooth has a root structure the …
