posted: May 08, 2019.

At Michael McCarthy, DDS, we know that hormones affect a woman's mood, but did you know they can also impact the health of a woman’s mouth? Women are susceptible to Read more

posted: May 01, 2019.

Periodontal health — which refers to the condition of the structures that support your teeth — is an important part of your oral and overall health. However, periodontal health becomes Read more

posted: Apr. 24, 2019.

From the clinical perspective, dentistry is similar around the world. Dentists, like Dr. McCarthy, go to school, obtain a license, and work hard to prevent and treat tooth decay, gum Read more

posted: Apr. 17, 2019.

A shopping mall is a great place to get lots of errands done in one trip. Department stores, clothing boutiques, specialty shops? So many tempting options all in one place. Read more

posted: Apr. 10, 2019.

What do you think of when you hear the term dental or oral hygiene? Brushing and flossing tend to come to mind, since that is what the terms imply. What you Read more

posted: Apr. 03, 2019.

Happy Oral Cancer Awareness Month! We know oral cancer can be kind of a scary topic, but it’s worth using this opportunity to learn about the disease and spread knowledge Read more

posted: Mar. 27, 2019.

Many smokers believe that chewing tobacco is a safer alternative to smoking cigarettes. This simply isn't the case! In fact, smokeless tobacco can cause serious health concerns. Smokeless tobacco comes in Read more

posted: Mar. 20, 2019.

Your teeth were once naturally white and bright. Wouldn't it be great to keep them that way all of your life? Unfortunately, everyday living can dim our smiles. Food, coffee, Read more

posted: Mar. 13, 2019.

At Michael McCarthy, DDS, we work to find a dental plan that will work best and most effectively for you. But we’ve found that three treatments tend to be the Read more

posted: Mar. 06, 2019.

Pregnancy involves a lot of alterations in your health. Michael McCarthy, DDS is here to help you understand the oral health aspects of your pregnancy. As you may already know, your Read more

posted: Feb. 27, 2019.

Children’s oral health differs from that of adults in a variety of ways. Dr. McCarthy and our team want you to understand how you can provide the best care for Read more

posted: Feb. 20, 2019.

Congratulations! Your pregnancy is a time of joy and excitement—and a time to take special care of yourself. You’ve discovered that pregnancy brings many physical changes, but it may still Read more

posted: Feb. 13, 2019.

posted: Feb. 06, 2019.

Have you ever wondered why people have wisdom teeth? These are a third set of molars that come in behind the rest of all your other teeth, usually during early Read more

posted: Jan. 30, 2019.

Oral surgery can be intimidating, especially if you show any signs of an infection afterwards. Dr. McCarthy and our team want you to be informed about what to watch for Read more

posted: Jan. 23, 2019.

Inflamed gums are a fairly common dental issue, but unfortunately, many people don't take the problem seriously enough. If you ignore inflamed gums and continue your usual routine, you could Read more