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The dreaded sour candies
By: Paige Quillin
On: June 12, 2021
It’s no secret that sweet, sugary candies and drinks have an adverse effect of the health of your smile, but what about sour or tart candies? We thought you might want to know what kind of an effect does eating or drinking something sour have on your smile? Recent research from the Minnesota Dental Association […]
Can you prevent plaque?
By: Paige Quillin
On: May 17, 2021
You may be used to being lectured about needing to practice proper oral hygiene each time you go for your dental check up. Your dentist emphasizes the fact that you need to properly brush your teeth, and floss on a regular basis to prevent tooth decay, gum diseases, and plaque buildup. You know enough about […]
10 Reasons to Visit Us!
By: Paige Quillin
On: May 3, 2021
Sure, regular cleanings with our office promote good oral hygiene, but did you know they can also prevent a multitude of diseases? That two o’clock chair-side rendezvous may not seem nearly as exciting as a late lunch with a friend, but we have 10 great reasons to make it well worth it! 1. It Prevents […]
Velscope technology and early oral cancer detection
By: Kathleen Mullaney
On: April 15, 2021
APRIL IS ORAL CANCER AWARENESS MONTH Our technologically advanced Velscope is best known for it’s ability to assist in the discovery of oral cancer and precancerous lesions. Every hour of every day in America someone dies of oral cancer. The disease claims over twice as many lives as cervical cancer. Unlike most types of cancer, […]
What do you think about your smile?
By: Paige Quillin
On: April 2, 2021
Smiles ~ Everyone has one, but everyone feels differently about their own. Consider a few interesting facts about smiles:. 62 – The number of times a day the average woman smiles. 8 – The number of times a day the average man smiles. 63% – The percentage of people who say they look best in […]
Team Mullaney Fully Vaccinated!
By: Office Admin
On: March 5, 2021
We are happy to let our patients know that our entire team has been fully vaccinated! One of our fabulous patients brought each of us a bottle of wine to celebrate this milestone. We continue to provide our patients with a safe environment for their dental care with pre-screening, temperature checks, mouth rinses and […]
Alexandria’s Most Inspiring Women 2021
By: Office Admin
On: February 12, 2021
Recently Alexandria VIP Magazine named me one of Alexandria’s Most Inspiring Women of 2021-WOW, what an honor! I hope you will visit the online issue and read more about the other women chosen-they are amazing and have such wonderful stories! https://www.vipalexandriamag.com/alexandria-s-most-inspiring-women
A bright smile for Valentine’s Day
By: Office Admin
On: January 20, 2021
This Valentine’s Day, forget the candy hearts and roses and give yourself the gift of a brighter, whiter smile. As we age, our smiles can get dingy and stained. There are many reasons, including tooth trauma, food and drink choices, tobacco use, childhood illnesses, and even chemotherapy. Stained teeth can make a person look aged […]
Top 6 questions we get about Invisalign
By: Office Admin
On: December 18, 2020
If you live with crooked teeth, you may have considered orthodontics in the past. However, the appearance of metal braces does not sound appealing. Now, individuals can get a better smile in less time with Invisalign. This system uses a series of removable aligners to gradually shift your teeth. Invisalign has quickly become one of […]
Why do I need scaling and root planing?
By: Office Admin
On: December 5, 2020
If you haven’t been to the dentist in a while or if you have difficulty sticking to a regular brushing and flossing routine, Dr. Mullaney might recommend root scaling and root planing. While it might sound scary, scaling and root planing is simply a deep cleaning below the gum line to help treat gum disease. […]
