Dental Tips for Diabetes Patients
Did you know 1 in 5 cases of total tooth loss is linked to diabetes? Diabetes is a chronic disease which affects your body’s ability to...
Dental Concerns for People Over 50
As we age, our bodies change in addition to the way we look. Our hair can turn gray, and we might even develop a few wrinkles with our...
10 Dental Myths Debunked
With so much information out there about dental health, it can be hard to distinguish what information is accurate. Today, our team at...
Smoking is bad for your teeth, too!
According to The Center of Disease Control, more than 16 million Americans suffer from a disease caused by smoking and another half...
The ALS Oral Care Guide
With all of the recent awareness of ALS, at Shane McDowell, DMD., we want to provide some tips on how patients who suffer with ALS can...
The Best and Worst Foods for Your Teeth
We know that celebrating with friends and family can sometimes come in tandem delicious food, which may or may not be good for your teeth...
I lost a tooth: now what?
When you’re a kid, losing teeth is not a big deal—it’s another chapter of your life that is exciting and indicates you are growing up....
White Spots on Your Teeth: What are they?
Most people are familiar with occasional yellowing or discoloration of teeth. Yellowing of the teeth is caused by forgetting to brush...
The Hard, Cold Truth about Sensitive Teeth
Most people are familiar with the sensation: you take a sip of hot coffee or dig into some frozen yogurt and experience a unique pain in...
Maintaining Dental Health with Age
At Shane McDowell Dentistry, we understand that as you grow older it can be challenging to maintain not only your health, but also your...
