Four Benefits of Deep Teeth Cleaning: Achieving Optimal Oral Health

Maintaining good oral health is crucial for overall well-being. Why? Because the quality of your dental health is a good indicator of your overall physical health. Poor dental health can also contribute to poor health as a whole. While regular brushing and flossing are essential, a deeper level of dental cleaning is sometimes necessary to […]

Signs of Periodontal Disease

Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, is a common oral health condition that affects the gums and bones that support the teeth. If left untreated, this problem can lead to tooth loss and other serious health problems.  Understanding periodontal disease symptoms is essential to prevent its progression and maintain good oral health. Here are […]

What to know about cavities

Cavities are an oral health issue that many of us start dealing with at a young age. Most people who have gotten a dental filling know that a cavity is a hole in the tooth—and to an extent, they are correct, but there is a lot more to the process than that. Here is some […]

How to prevent and avoid discolored teeth 

Avoiding discolored teeth is much more complicated than one might think. While discoloration of the tooth can occur when the root dies due to injury, we often see discoloration stemming from eating certain foods and drinking certain beverages.  So what do you specifically need to avoid if you don’t want discolored teeth? Are there treatments […]

New Year, New Smile!

New Year’s Resolutions are a great way to identify a goal that will better your life. They come in many forms, ranging from something as simple as reading a book to as extreme as finishing an ultra marathon. At Mark X. McCarthy DMD we often see a popular resolution in dentistry: New Year, New Smile. […]

What is an FSA, and How Do You Use it?

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) are a great benefit offered by employers. On top of traditional health and dental insurance, these handy accounts allow you to pay for dental expenses that traditional plans may not cover.Many jobs offer FSAs, but you may need clarification about how to access the money to pay for dental expenses, if […]

Choosing a Dental Insurance Plan

Choosing a dental insurance plan can be more complicated than you’d think. With the hundreds upon hundreds of programs available, there may be only a few that can fit you and your family’s needs.But where do you start? It’s counter-intuitive, but the last thing you want to do is start punching different keywords into Google. […]

Dentophobia: How to Face Your Fear of the Dentist

There is zero shame in being nervous or afraid of oral health treatment. It is hard to know what is happening as Dr. McCarthy and his team work to help your smile.These are very normal reactions when going to an appointment for your teeth. Feeling trapped and claustrophobic is something a lot of patients go […]