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 […]
On October 3rd, McGann Facial Design hosted leading dental practices throughout San Diego to hear Greg Clowminzer, a noted business and life coach, speak about how to grow one’s practice. The message focused on how leadership, at all levels, and self-awareness can lead to increased productivity and ultimately a better patient experience. Do you ever […]
Play Hard. Play Safe. Prevent Facial Injury. Did you know that most sports-related facial fractures among children occur when they’re trying to catch a baseball or softball? According to new research, these injuries are relatively common, and they can be serious. Study Leader Dr. Lorelei Grunwaldt and colleagues at the Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh examined […]
Teeth Care = Health Care Okay. So all of us have been told that regular visits to the dentist are good for us and good for our health. Here are a few reasons why having your teeth cleaned regularly is a good idea. 1. To Help Prevent Bad Breath: Persistent bad breath, or halitosis, has […]
It is that time of the year here in San Diego — Comic-Con International: San Diego 2013. The city swarms with fans, gamers, celebrities, animators, artists, filmmakers, and media-types focused on the biggest and newest in popular culture. Of course, superheroes are always part of the attraction. And here is where the intersection of oral […]
Dental Implants – A Solution of Choice for Replacing Missing Teeth Today, dental implants are often the best solution for missing teeth. This was not always the case. Two decades ago, patients would likely have dentures or a permanent bridge to fill the gaps caused by the loss of adult teeth. Nowadays, patients are fortunate […]
What is Orthognathic Surgery? Simply put, it is corrective jaw surgery. It is surgery to correct conditions of the jaw and face related to structure, growth, sleep apnea, TMJ disorders, jaw misalignment, or congenital problems like cleft palate that cannot be easily treated with braces. While an orthodontist uses techniques to straighten out teeth, those approaches […]
What Does Obstructive Sleep Apnea Look Like? A daytime nap on a long, summer day is a beautiful thing. However, too many naps can be a red flag. Why? Well, daytime sleepiness can be a sign of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a serious condition that can lead to heart and other health problems. While there […]
Like our Secret Patient last week, have you ever discovered a strange or unexpected growth in your mouth near the jaw line, on your gums, on the roof of your mouth, or under your tongue? While they can look scary or gross, an exostosis or torus (plural: exostes or tori) can […]
Chapter I – Mt. Brushmore I’ve had it since I was 22 years old. I could feel it on the left side of my mouth every day of my life—it was…well, just there. However, this was different from the right side of my mouth and I had a daily, sometimes painful reminder of that with […]