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Earth Day
posted: Apr. 16, 2024.

The idea for Earth Day was the brainchild of Gaylord Nelson, a senator from Wisconsin. He envisioned an Earth Day that would be a kind of environmental teach-in. The first Read more
Should You Be Concerned about Your Child’s Bad Breath?
posted: Apr. 09, 2024.

The short answer to this question? Yes. Because your child’s breath is a reflection of his or her oral health, you should talk to the doctor if you notice any Read more
Oral Cancer Awareness Month
posted: Apr. 02, 2024.

Happy Oral Cancer Awareness Month! We know oral cancer can be kind of a scary topic, but it’s worth using this opportunity to learn about the disease and spread knowledge Read more
There’s an App for That!
posted: Mar. 26, 2024.

We live in a tech-savvy world, and dental professionals take advantage of it! Digital imaging, convenient record storage and sharing, even more comfortable denture design—these are just some of the Read more
A Word to the Wise about Wisdom Teeth
posted: Mar. 19, 2024.

There are some pretty exciting rewards to look forward to as you transition from your mid-teens to your 20s. Driving! Voting! Graduation! But there is one rite of passage that Read more
Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
posted: Mar. 12, 2024.

Millions of people, around Mc Lean, Virginia and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it Read more
Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths
posted: Mar. 05, 2024.

At McLean Dental Care, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest to prevent. One Read more
Don’t Let Craze Lines Faze You
posted: Feb. 27, 2024.

You’re getting ready for a night out, or you’re checking to make sure you removed every bit of spinach after eating, or you’re practicing your best selfie smile . . Read more
The Perks of Dairy
posted: Feb. 20, 2024.

We all remember hearing this: “Finish your milk, it’s good for your bones!” If you have kids of your own now, you may catch yourself repeating many of the things Read more
Choose Chocolate on Valentine's Day
posted: Feb. 13, 2024.

From a student handing out sweets for her classmates to an older married couple exchanging boxes of candy, Valentine’s Day is the time of year when people like to show Read more
Diabetes and Dental Care
posted: Feb. 06, 2024.

When most people think of complications of diabetes, they think of an increased risk of blindness, limb amputation, heart disease, and neuropathy. However, the doctor and our team want you Read more
Are dental X-rays safe?
posted: Jan. 30, 2024.

YES! X-rays have been used in dentistry for a long time, and the amount of radiation has significantly decreased with advances in technology. While there is risk in every health Read more
Does Your Filling Need Replacing?
posted: Jan. 23, 2024.

No matter how wonderfully something works for us, there comes a day when a replacement might be necessary. This holds true whether it’s the latest and greatest smart phone, or Read more
Are you nervous about seeing the dentist? You’re not alone!
posted: Jan. 16, 2024.

With advances in modern dentistry, a trip to McLean Dental Care these days is pretty routine. But visiting the doctor and our team still makes some patients anxious—so much so Read more
What kind of toothbrush and toothpaste should my child use?
posted: Jan. 09, 2024.

the doctor and our team know that as a parent, you want your child to be as healthy as possible. By now, you probably know that your son or daughter’s Read more
Tooth Protection and Winter Sports
posted: Jan. 02, 2024.

Just because it’s cold out there doesn’t mean you’ll give up keeping fit and active! Winter is the season for some of our favorite team sporting activities, and when you’re Read more