Dental Health and Nutrition Info & Counseling
The long-term success of your oral health depends on professional guidance, consultation and information. Our team provides the support, counseling and information you need to maintain a bright and healthy smile.
We deliver expert advice on how best to keep your teeth and gums both clean and vibrant. We take the time to listen to your concerns and to provide you with the best available treatment methods and information. Conditions like tooth decay and gum disease pose a very real threat to your oral health, and that's why we do our best to work with you to develop the most effective dental treatment possible. Most disease, decay and tooth loss are preventable conditions, and our goal is to provide as much prevention as possible.
Things like diet, at-home hygiene and regular visits to the dentist can affect your oral health. We provide professional dental counseling and information about the effects of nutrition and personal care on your teeth and gums. We use existing information on your dental health to make the recommendations most suitable to your unique dental situation.
Our team will sit with you one-on-one to discuss your best treatment options as well as how best to self-administer your at-home dental care. We will review any aspects of your diet and/or personal habits that could pose a potential threat to your oral health. We will work with you to devise a plan that best serves the prolonged health and appearance of your teeth and gums.
Education is a key component to good dental health. We want all of our patients to have the information and counseling they need to make the best-educated decisions they can about their dental health.
We want you to have the best smile possible, and will do what it takes to achieve that goal. Contact Us Today to schedule a consultation.
Dr. Macko and her staff have been WONDERFUL
One of the best sets of professionals I have had the pleasure to deal with. They have even helped me to learn to floss daily! Dr. McCann, Dr. Macko's predecessor in the practice was my favorite Dentist. I was slightly apprehensive when Dr. McCann retired- wondering how the "new Dentist" would be...It did not take long to discover the care and wisdom she possessed in choosing someone to take over her practice as Dr. Macko and her staff have been WONDERFUL. They may get tired of hearing me tell them this story every time I see them. :)
Frequently Asked Questions
Prevention is a key component in the fight against gum disease. A consistent at-home dental hygiene routine (regular brushing and flossing), when combined with biannual dental examinations and cleanings, can be a great way to prevent the build-up of the bacteria, plaque and gingivitis that lead to periodontitis.
A proper diet can also help with gum disease prevention and serve to supplement your existing dental care. We offer dental health and nutrition info and counseling that can help you make informed decisions about your diet and your dental care.
We can also remove and repair the damage caused by gum disease. Our professional periodontics treatments remove the plaque and gingivitis that can cause abnormal bleeding and swelling in your gums, helping abate the effects of gum disease and quickly putting your dental health on the road to recovery.
Bad breath can often be attributed to incorrect brushing, as well as the lack of a good flossing habit. Brushing without flossing only cleans about half of your teeth's surface, leaving bacteria and food debris that can turn into a source of bad breath. Gum disease and gingivitis are also known to be causes, and special treatment is often needed to eliminate their impact.
Dr. McCann can evaluate your dental health and determine any source of dental infection that may be causing your bad breath. If dental issues are ruled out, you may be in need of a medical evaluation, as certain problems can lead to halitosis (i.e. diabetes). Certain medications may also cause bad breath.
Meet Our Doctor:
Dr. Erin Macko DDS
For over 35 years it has been our aim to provide patients with high-quality, comfortable treatment because that is what we would want and expect as patients. Dr. Erin Macko seamlessly took over where Dr. Judy McCann left off. Erin is a compassionate and caring woman who has the extensive training and experience it takes to provide comprehensive dentistry for patients of all ages. Our staff are the best around; friendly, understanding and here to make your dental experience one you want to go home and talk to your friends ...