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Dental technology is always evolving. With new equipment and devices being designed to improve patient comfort and satisfaction, it’s no surprise that dentists throughout the country are looking to outfit their offices with the latest and greatest.

Dental technology is always evolving. With new equipment and devices being designed to improve patient comfort and satisfaction, it’s no surprise that dentists throughout the country are looking to outfit their offices with the latest and greatest.

There is mounting evidence showing that the mouth and body are closely interwoven. When a problem occurs in one area, there is a good chance that an issue will develop in the other.

Individuals living with tooth loss understand the challenges that come with eating, speaking, and smiling. Not only does your body not receive the nutrients it needs because of the inability to consume healthy foods, but speech can be slurred, and bone deterioration can lead to changes in the facial shape, resulting in an aging appearance.

The dental implant process has come a long way. At the McCarl Dental Group, our team of experts is committed to advanced dental education.

Now that it is springtime, seasonal allergies are quickly becoming a troublesome occurrence for many people. Although itchy, watery eyes, sneezing, and a runny nose are the most common symptoms, the truth is that there are far more effects of seasonal allergies that occur within the mouth and throat, negatively impacting an individual’s teeth and gums.

Since the first cases of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), medical professionals have warned patients with systemic health concerns that they may be at greater risk to contract severe or life threatening cases of COVID-19. Recent research indicates that periodontal (gum) disease is one of the high risk conditions related to increased COVID-19 risks.

Porcelain veneers have a wide range of uses from concealing dental discoloration to decreasing sensitivity after gum tissue recession, porcelain veneers don’t only deliver smiles that look great, they also promote improved oral health. Before we answer the question about whether or not porcelain veneers can give you straight teeth, it’s important to understand just what they are.

Most people have one or more things they want to change about their smiles, but they worry that cosmetic dentistry will be complicated, painful, or look unnatural. Porcelain veneers offer a simple cosmetic dentistry option that can be completed in just a few visits to our dental office, the treatment is comfortable and conservative, and the results are gorgeous.

Many people think of periodontal (gum) disease as simply being an infection or inflammation in the soft tissue, but actually, this complex condition can negatively impact a patient’s entire smile, leading to serious repercussions for a person’s oral health and overall wellness. While gum disease can be effectively treated in the early stages, advanced periodontal disease, often called periodontitis, can’t be reversed.

Stopping oral health concerns before they begin is essential year round, but during Thanksgiving and the holiday season, it’s especially important to show your smile a little appreciation by taking extra preventive dentistry steps. Keep reading to the learn the top five tips from our dentists to keep your smile healthy at Thanksgiving, through the holiday season, and year round.

https://youtu.be/pjy4Fn8iz6E Every October, we celebrate a really important holiday – National Dental Hygiene Month! It’s a big deal at McCarl Dental Group, but for a lot of other families, another holiday overshadows this annual awareness month dedicated to oral health – Halloween.