Dental Blog

Whenever you meet someone new, whether personally or professionally, you only have a few seconds to make the right impression and often a nice smile can make the world of difference. A beautifully white smile is automatically appealing, conveying a sense of youthfulness and good health. However, even the most well cared for teeth can discolor and stain as the years pass by, especially if you smoke or have a liking for strongly colored foods. As a result, you may cover up your mouth with your hand or will go out of your way not to smile and to show your teeth. Unfortunately, people may perceive you as cold and unfriendly when the very opposite is true. Nowadays, it is relatively common for people to whiten their teeth but even though this treatment can be very helpful, it’s important to whiten safely. This is when a professional teeth whitening treatment can be enormously beneficial.

Many people are missing one or more teeth, and some have suffered complete tooth loss. The effects of losing teeth can be far-reaching. Tooth loss can potentially affect your ability to eat comfortably and to have a nutritionally sound diet. It can impact your ability to talk clearly, often resulting in a loss of self-confidence and self-esteem, and a reluctance to socialize with others, particularly at mealtimes. Traditionally, missing teeth have been replaced by tooth supported bridges or by partial dentures, while people missing all their teeth often had to rely on conventional full dentures. Luckily, there is a far better solution which is to have dental implants.

Dental implants act as substitute tooth roots in a unique way. Implants stabilize bone and prevent the inevitable bone loss that occurs when teeth are lost. At McLoughlin Dental Care, implants are placed surgically in the right position not only to allows for the fabrication of implant-crowns that look natural, but also function properly and are maintainable – indistinguishable from real teeth. In the wrong position or without proper forethought, implants can create a nightmare for restorative dentists and dental technicians who make the crown.

Implant placement and positioning is dependent upon adequate bone volume and density, which are therefore critical to success. Clinical studies indicate success rates of over 95% – higher than any other tooth replacement option. Once integrated and functional, implant restorations can last a lifetime.

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, an annual observance during which dental and medical professionals, educators, and parents focus efforts to improve the oral health of all children.

Tooth decay in children is a fast-growing problem in the United States posing serious health risks. It is the most chronic disease affecting American children. A child’s overall health is closely linked to his or her oral health. At McLoughlin Dental Care, we believe developing good habits at an early age and scheduling regular dental visits helps children get a jump start in maintaining a lifetime of good oral health.

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Keep your smile bright and your teeth healthy! Just like your bones, your teeth stay strong when you consume enough calcium and vitamin D.  Milk, Strawberries and broccoli are all foods that can help prevent trips to the dentist. Enjoy this Strawberry-Kiwi Smoothie to get some cavity-fighting nutrients.

Refreshing and easy to make, one serving provides almost twice the amount of vitamin C you need for an entire day! Consume tooth-strengthening calcium and vitamin D from the milk in this strawberry smoothie.

During your next appointment at McLoughlin Dental Care make sure to ask your hygienist for other tips for keeping your smile bright.