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Dental health

Protect Your Smile with Mouth Guards

The importance of a radiant smile transcends aesthetics; it’s crucial for self-esteem, social interactions, and even career opportunities. Mouth guards are unsung heroes in the world of dental protection. These custom-fit guardians of your pearly whites can be the difference between preserving your smile or facing costly dental repairs. Whether you’re an athlete or a

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Early Detection Saves Lives: Oral Cancer Screening

Many people overlook oral cancer and think that it isn’t going to affect them. In reality, it affects thousands of people every year and is a significant health concern. Unlike other types of cancer, this can usually be easily identified through an oral cancer screening at your dental office. You can have the peace of

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Who Needs Senior Dental Care?

Similar to family or pediatric dentistry, there is a specific type of care designed for seniors. This is because as we age, our dental health becomes more at risk due to dry mouth, tooth loss, and teeth becoming more porous. Senior care is designed to protect your gums and teeth. It is care that is

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How Can Flossing Benefit My Oral Health?

Taking proper care of your teeth is essential to protecting your oral health but one part of the regimen is often overlooked: flossing. Brushing twice daily, using mouthwash, flossing, and routine dental checkups together create a barrier against tooth decay and bacteria. Take control of your dental health and schedule an appointment with our dental

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How Does Smoking Impact Your Dental Health?

While smoking increases your risk of many health problems, it can be overlooked in oral health. Smoking can cause many significant issues for your dental health. The effects it has on someone’s teeth include gum disease, tooth decay, oral cancer, and bad breath. What is the Impact of Smoking on Dental Health? Many health issues

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Why Tongue Cleaning Creates Good Dental Hygiene

Most people consider proper dental hygiene to consist of flossing, brushing twice daily, regular dental visits, and mouthwash. But tongue cleaning, a significant part of the oral hygiene routine, is often forgotten. This process is a vital part of dental health and can help our ability to speak and taste. The tongue is a haven

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Can Dental Anxiety Affect My Oral Health?

Dental anxiety is a common fear that no one should feel embarrassed about. Many dental offices know that dental anxiety comes with the territory, so they have provided information and options to help their patients with the transition so that they can get the treatment that they need. Symptoms of Dental Anxiety Symptoms of dental

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Efficiently Protecting Oral Health in Bakersfield

McCullough Dental aims to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere where our patients receive exceptional care without sacrificing comfort. We know that dental treatment is not on everyone’s to-do list, so we offer same-day treatments to save you time and money. We strive for an efficient and successful visit for you and your smile. Safeguarding

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How to Combat Tooth Decay

A common cause of toothache is tooth decay. We use our teeth constantly, and, let’s be honest, we don’t always take the best care of them. As humans, we eat a lot of sugary, carb-rich foods that taste good, but can cause problems for our teeth. Sugars in your food mix with your saliva and

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Your Guide to Tooth Decay and Cavities 

Ever wonder why Dr. McCullough regularly checks your teeth for cavities? Cavities are a very common dental problem, and when caught early, they can be easily treated. Without proper treatment, cavities can cause tooth decay and other health problems. At McCullough Dental, we care about our patients and want to keep you as healthy as

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