7 Things to Know About the Ingredients in Over the Counter Oral Hygiene Products 1. Most Oral Hygiene Products Contain Abrasives Abrasives help remove stains from the teeth. Initially, the abrasives added were quite rough in texture, but today’s abrasives are comparably gentle. They primarily consist of hydrated aluminum oxides, dehydrated silica gel, and calcium […]
We love coffee. Well, most of us do and for those who love it, we really love it! However, between mountains of whipped cream and caramel drizzles, it can be hard to stay away from too much sugar at coffee shops. But balance can be found at our favorite coffee chain. Here’s a few tips […]
Good dental hygiene not only impacts the health of your mouth, but impacts the health of your immune system and overall health. A doctor in the United Kingdom did an experiment for a series on the BBC regarding tooth health and how dental health and immune system health impact one another. He spent two weeks […]
It’s Time for Fireworks, Fun and Family! We celebrate American Independence Day on the Fourth of July every year. We think of July 4, 1776, as a day that represents the Declaration of Independence and the birth of the United States of America as an independent nation. But July 4, 1776 wasn’t the day that the […]
Here are five dental terms that you might have heard before, but didn’t really know what they mean or why they are important. Impacted Tooth: When a tooth is unable to fully enter the mouth it is said to be “impacted”. In general, an impacted tooth is prevented from breaking through the gums either by […]
Beginning in 1918, at the end of the First World War, November 11th has been commemorated in the United States as the day when all who have ever served or who are currently serving in the United States Armed Forces is celebrated. Each year Veterans’ Day affords Americans the opportunity to pay our respects to all […]
Okay. We’re not going to tell you to give out pennies and apples — that would be more terrifying than a haunted house! We’re going to share healthier treats to pass out than the usual Halloween fare. This year, try these healthy Halloween treats for trick-or-treaters and you can stay tooth-friendly while still being kid-pleasing! […]
It’s the night before your big day and you discover a huge pimple on your nose. Following the words of an old home remedy, you reach for the toothpaste. Everyone knows that toothpaste plays a key role in daily oral health routines around the globe. But could it also come in handy in a blemish […]
Thank you for trusting us with your dental health care. You are a valuable part of my work and my life. You should know that we at McGann Facial Design appreciate your time and your trust. A smile is contagious and we love coming into work everyday and helping our fellow community members achieve the […]
Labor Day is one of the least recognized, forgotten holidays of the year, but one that we seem to appreciate only after realizing it gives us a three-day weekend in September. Here are seven tidbits you probably never knew about the holiday. 1. The First Labor Day was Celebrated in New York on September 5, 1882 […]