Tooth whitening might not be a black and white choice
Everyone wants whiter, brighter teeth, but not all solutions are created equally
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, UnionvilleTimes.com
There has been a lot of hype and controversy about dental whitening recently. Tooth whitening (bleaching) is one of the most frequently asked about dental procedures in most dental offices. We all want whiter teeth and an awesome smile. I never once in...
Was that my tooth?
A cracked or broken tooth is not something to ignore
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD, FAGD, Columnist, UnionvilleTimes.com
Rarely a day goes by that I don’t hear about a broken tooth. Broken or cracked teeth are the most common reason that tooth needs crown or even root canal treatment. A broken tooth is one of the most common dental emergencies. Why does this happen?
There are several reasons that...
Health starts at your front door, your mouth
Your oral health has a bigger impact on your overall health than you might think
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD, FAGD, Columnist, UnionvilleTimes.com
If the eyes are windows to the soul, then our mouths are talking about us behind our backs. What I mean by that is so many medical conditions are related to our oral health. I’m going to take today’s column to show how important good oral health is...
It’s that time again: back to school and back to sports
Mouthguards can take a bite out of sports injuries, but it’s important to make the right choice
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, UnionvilleTimes.com
Today I am wearing both of my favorite hats, the dentist hat and the mom hat. As a dentist with more than 20 years of experience, I know how incredibly important it is to wear a well fitting mouthguard during activities that can pose...
Why did my dentist ask me about my swimming pool?
A dip in the pool can take a bite out of your smile, so watch your chemistry
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, UnionvilleTimes.com
It may seem odd that when a patient sits in my dental chair I might ask about their swimming habits. This summer thousands of folks will be splashing away in their backyard pools. Some of these people may be putting their dental health at risk.
Why? Pool...
