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Don’t Be Fooled By Fruit Juice
EVERY CHILD LOVES sugary treats! But most parents understand how bad they can be for a developing smile. Unfortunately, some sweet things are more deceiving than others. As your trusted dental team, we’re here to make sure your kids can get the nutrients they need to...
Some Of History’s Fun And Bizarre Dental Stories
History is full of outrageous dental tales about teeth! How many of these dental facts have you heard before? Even most of our staff here at McOmie Family Dentistry have not heard some of these. Let's start the new year with a fun post. The Dental Woes That Won...
How To Make Flossing A Priority For Your Child
Is flossing part of your child’s oral hygiene routine? Daily flossing is just as important for a child’s dental health as it is for an adult’s. As parents, you play a major role in helping your children learn to floss correctly and understand its importance from...
Do Dental Fillings Last Forever?
YOU MAY BE SURPRISED TO LEARN that dental fillings don’t last forever! While they are extremely durable and can last years, there will come a time when they will have to be replaced. We Check Your Dental Fillings At Your Regular Visits You may be wondering, “If...
The Giving Season Is Upon Us
HOW DID THE VETERAN DENTAL PROJECT GO? Many people have been asking about how the Veteran's Free day went here at McOmie Family Dentistry. So we thought we would give a brief re-cap. Dr. Mark McOmie has wanted to do something special for Veterans for years. Not just...
Top four baby teeth myths BUSTED!
YOU MIGHT THINK that baby teeth don’t matter because “they’re just going to fall out anyway,” but think again! There are a lot of myths about baby teeth out there, so we’re going to set the record straight: here’s a list of the top four baby teeth...
How Much Calcium Do We Need For Healthy Teeth?
WE’VE ALL HEARD calcium builds strong bones and is key to preventing osteoporosis. But did you know taking in the right amount of calcium also has a huge effect on our oral health? Calcium Benefits Our Oral Health Does calcium really make a...
Plaque vs. Tartar: What’s The Difference?
WE OFTEN GET THE QUESTION from our patients at McOmie Family Dentistry, “What’s the difference between plaque and tartar?” Many people think they are the same thing. There is an important difference between the two, however, and it can help explain just why a...
Smoking Puts Your Oral Health At Risk
DID YOU KNOW that smoking is the leading preventable cause of death and disease in the United States? Here in Chattanooga, TN we have some of the highest concentrations of smoking in the country. It’s well known that smoking can lead to a number...
Take Care Of Your Tooth Enamel
Tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the human body. But don’t let that fool you, tooth enamel is far from invincible. In fact, there are things you may be doing on a regular basis that weaken your enamel, which could lead to more frequent cavities, tooth...
Diabetes And Your Oral Health
DIABETES IS ONE OF THE MOST prevalent chronic diseases today. In fact, 29.1 million people in the U.S. have diabetes and millions more living with the condition don’t even know they have it. Chattanooga, Tennessee is one of the leading cities in the country for...
What Are Dental Implants?
Many people have heard about a dental implant. Most of us probably know somebody with an implant, but what are dental implants? Do they hurt? These are common things to wonder about. In today's blog post we are going to answer all your questions about dental implants...