posted: Jul. 11, 2018.

The average adult has 32 teeth, a combination of molars, canines, and incisors. By middle age, however, most adults are missing at least one tooth due to an injury, decay, Read more

posted: Jul. 04, 2018.

Summer brings sunshine and warm weather, and many of our patients begin thinking about brightening their smiles this time of year. A whiter smile is one just one visit away Read more

posted: Jun. 24, 2018.

It’s possible to develop tooth decay even when you take great care of your teeth. Brushing and flossing may not be enough to keep your teeth healthy, depending on your Read more

posted: Jun. 20, 2018.

By no stretch is it rare for your gums to hurt during and after flossing. Even some bleeding is to be expected. This is especially true if you have not Read more

posted: Jun. 13, 2018.

Xerostomia, commonly known as dry mouth, is a condition in which the salivary glands in the mouth don’t produce enough saliva. Saliva keeps the mouth moist and cleanses it of Read more

posted: Jun. 06, 2018.

You just crunched down on a piece of hard food when you suddenly realize there is something hard still in your mouth. Your nightmare is confirmed when you retrieve a Read more

posted: May 30, 2018.

They’re refreshing and tasty. They’re easy to find and pretty cheap. They help us get through a long day or a long workout. They’re everywhere. We know it’s hard to say Read more

posted: May 23, 2018.

Sometimes cavities are hard to avoid. Our team at Michael McCarthy, DDS wants you to know you aren’t alone when it comes to getting cavities. They can appear in both Read more

posted: May 21, 2018.

Toothaches can come in many different forms, but no matter which, they’re always uncomfortable. Dr. McCarthy and our team want you to know there are simple ways to cure this Read more

posted: May 16, 2018.

Cavities are the reason why most people fear going to the dentist. But they’re also the reason you should be visiting Dr. McCarthy on a regular basis. Specifically, cavities are the Read more

posted: May 14, 2018.

As the field of dentistry advances and the use of technology in the field increases, the concept of minimally invasive dentistry has emerged. Preservation of a healthy set of natural Read more

posted: May 09, 2018.

A dental crown is often called a “cap.” A dental crown covers all of the visible parts of the tooth and has many functions and reasons for placement. There are several Read more

posted: May 02, 2018.

Some foods are just terrible for your teeth — think cookies and candy bars — but there are certain foods that are beneficial to your oral health. Below, Dr. McCarthy Read more

posted: Apr. 25, 2018.

Remember hearing about George Washington and his wooden choppers? Not his tools for cutting down cherry trees, but his false teeth. Actually, George’s teeth were made of ivory but were so Read more

posted: Apr. 18, 2018.

We know how frustrating it can be to discover your child has one or more cavities when you come to visit Michael McCarthy, DDS. There are several ways to prevent Read more

posted: Apr. 11, 2018.

Cigarette smoke contains more than 6,000 chemicals, and at least 200 of those chemicals are known to be harmful to your health. When smoke is inhaled, moist oral tissues are Read more