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Welcome to the Dentist in McKinney Blog! When patients Dr. Paul Lawrence, your trusted dentist in McKinney, TX, think of the causes of stroke, many probably don’t realize that poor oral health can be a contributing factor. In recent years, a number of studies have found compelling links between an individual’s oral health and his or…

McKinney dentist Dr. Paul Lawrence knows that some of the worst foes we face are microscopic bacteria. The McKinney Dental team was intrigued to learn about a new study in which an amino acid is considered for deployment against bacterial invaders: arginine. Building blocks of proteins Amino acids are the the fundamental units of proteins that…

Interested in learning more about dental medicine besides the excellent preventive care practiced by McKinney Smiles patients (that would be: regular brushing, flossing, and visits to your McKinney, Texas dentist)? We’ve compiled a list for you that is both fun and easy to remember. Introducing: Dental Facts, in ABC format. A is for Allergies Did…

We all work hard for our oral health, but occasionally that strict schedule of brushing, flossing, and regular visits to your McKinney TX dentist doesn’t stop oral health problems. Occasionally, our patients suffer from other medical conditions that can affect their oral health. When this happens, McKinney Smiles is here to support our patients in…

Every January 1st, we reflect on the past year and resolve to make changes that will help us be the best people we can be. Sometimes they are big, like resolutions to get a new job, and some are small, like the resolution to remember to feed your fish. Well, sometimes small resolutions– small changes–…

Many of us celebrate the holiday season with a trek to the theater to soak in the richness and finesse of talented dancers performing the beloved Tchaikovsky ballet, The Nutcracker. If you’re familiar with the story, you may remember the scene at the beginning– before all the dancing flowers and sugar plum fairies show up–…

Traditional holiday meals feature a cooked bird, mashed potatoes, and pie. But as our patients know, McKinney Smiles is always thinking outside of the box to solve dental health problems! Here’s our latest idea: eat more vegetables. Wait, you’ve already heard this before? Your… mom used to say that? OK, ok– hold on! Listen to…