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• posted: Oct. 17, 2023

We all want to live our healthiest lives. We know that part of keeping ourselves healthy is regular visits to our Mc Lean, Virginia office for checkups and necessary dental Read More

• posted: Oct. 10, 2023

Xerostomia, otherwise known as dry mouth, can be a side effect of many common medications. Drugs used for blood pressure, birth control, antidepressants, or cancer treatments may cause the dry Read More

• posted: Oct. 03, 2023

the doctor, as well as our team at McLean Dentistry, would like to give those patients with flex spend, health savings, or insurance benefits a friendly end of the year Read More

• posted: Sep. 26, 2023

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: Sep. 19, 2023

If you notice every imperfection in your smile and you are aiming for a more ideal-looking smile, veneers might be for you. Veneers are common tools in cosmetic dentistry for Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2023

the doctor and our team at McLean Dentistry understand that many of our patients have a fear of dentistry. You may be concerned about experiencing pain from sensitive teeth or Read More

• posted: Sep. 05, 2023

For many individuals, autumn brings with it a number of new beginnings. Fall is the time that many people return to school, get back to the daily grind after an Read More

• posted: Aug. 29, 2023

Labor Day honors the contributions that workers have made to this country, and for many Americans, the holiday is a great time to relax at home with family and friends. Read More

• posted: Aug. 22, 2023

A dental crown, otherwise known as a cap, covers an infected tooth and can vary in function, depending on the position of the tooth. Crowns cover all the visible parts Read More

• posted: Aug. 15, 2023

Dental floss is similar to a lot of products that depend mainly on the consumer’s preference. Fact is, floss comes in a wide variety of flavors, coatings, and other variations, Read More

• posted: Aug. 08, 2023

Xylitol tastes sweet, but unlike sugar, it is not converted to acid that can cause your teeth to decay. It’s a naturally occurring sweetener found in plants, fruits, and vegetables; Read More

• posted: Aug. 01, 2023

A lot of patients go at their teeth like they were sanding an old floor—that is to say, way too hard! Brushing too hard is probably the most common mistake Read More

• posted: Jul. 25, 2023

Having a nice, bright smile can affect the way you look, and in turn, improve how you feel about yourself. With the help of the doctor to provide you with Read More

• posted: Jul. 18, 2023

“What is the strongest substance in the body?” If this question comes up on trivia night, be prepared to impress your team when you confidently answer, “Tooth enamel!” Tooth enamel? The Read More

• posted: Jul. 11, 2023

At McLean Dentistry, 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 most Read More

• posted: Jul. 04, 2023

The Fourth of July is a great time to get together with friends and family members for BBQ, games, fireworks, and other celebrations in honor of our country’s independence. While Read More