No More Metal Fillings!
A few decades ago, dental cavities were filled with a mixture of different metals. Today, dentists are using more tooth-like materials...
The Ugly Truth About Canker Sores
What are Canker Sores? Many people have canker sores on occasion, but most don’t really know what causes them. Canker sores, otherwise...
Pregnancy and dental health – What you should know
First, and foremost, if you are pregnant – congratulations! Pregnancy brings about a lot of changes in your body, and can also impact...
Wisdom Teeth – To keep or not to keep
Wisdom teeth are technically referred to as the third molars. These are the last teeth to come in during young adulthood at a time where...
Invisalign vs regular braces
Did you know that your smile is the first thing people notice about you? Without proper teeth care and taking care of those pearly...
Dental Tips 101
No matter your age, it is vital that you are practicing good dental hygiene. Whether you are pregnant and having your first child, or you...
Alzheimer’s Disease linked to poor dental health
A recent study done by the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) in the UK, has found that people with poor oral hygiene or gum...
Celebrating American Dental History
Happy July 4th to you and your family from the staff at Shane McDowell Dentistry! As we all celebrate this holiday with fireworks, BBQ’s,...
What your teeth want you to eat
They do all the work, yet how often do you think about what you should eat for your teeth? We all know to avoid candy and other sticky...
