oral surgery

4 Ways TMJ Can Be More Than Just a Pain in Your Jaw

Think TMJ Pain is Only Affecting Your Jaw? Think Again.   The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a small joint located in front of the ear where the skull and lower jaw meet. It permits the lower jaw to move and allows for movement, such as talking, chewing, and yawning. Temporomandibular joint and muscle disorders, are […]

The Power of a Smile

June is National Smile Month!   Smiles are a universal greeting. They make you look more pleasant and trustworthy, and smiling releases endorphins – making you feel better too! Smiling is very important for our wellbeing, as people who smile live longer, are less stressed, and are more successful in life! Take a look at […]

Fun Easter Candy Facts…Have a Tooth-Friendlier Easter

  The McGann Facial Design Team Wishes You and Yours a Very Happy Easter!   Did You Know? Some Fun Easter Candy Facts: Americans spend $1.9 billion on Easter candy. That’s the second biggest candy holiday after Halloween. According to the National Confectioner’s Association, in 2001, Americans consumed seven billion pounds of Easter candy. Americans […]

Safety First

Recent news of the Connecticut dentist charged in the death of a 64-year old patient during a procedure has unfortunately put a spotlight on the safety and role of anesthesia in dental procedures. It is helpful to understand the reasons why patients need dental anesthesia. Beyond the obvious need to control and appropriately manage pain […]

The Power of a Smile

“If you see a friend without a smile, give him one of yours.” – Proverb   Americans spend trillions of dollars every year trying to boost our health. But did you know that you can boost your health without spending a penny? One of the easiest and cheapest ways is simple…SMILE! A smile is the […]

Happy Holidays!

Happy Holidays from the Team at McGann Facial Design… May Your Holiday Season be Stress-Free!   The holiday season seems to get busier and busier every year with events and celebrations that can spread more than holiday cheer. The whirlwind of holiday events can raise stress levels…but did you know that stress can lead to […]

Welcome to The Jaw Café!

What is Jaw Surgery Like From a Patient’s Perspective? Wish You Could Share Your Jaw Surgery Story with Others?   Welcome to The Jaw Café!   Have you ever wished you could hear jaw surgery stories, tips, or tidbits…directly from a real patient? Or perhaps you have had your own jaw surgery and want to […]

Does Malocclusion Matter?

Why Does Occlusion Matter? Occlusion refers to the alignment of teeth and the way that the upper and lower teeth fit together (bite). The upper teeth should fit slightly over the lower teeth. The points of the molars should fit the grooves of the opposite molar. Malocclusion is poor fit or alignment of the teeth and […]