Whether you are going to the beach, shopping at the mall, or just driving around town, it's important that you always look your best.   Buying the right clothes, having a stylish haircut, and taking care of the way you look is important. But the most effective way to make a great impressi...

With the new year just a couple of weeks away, many people are thinking about their New Year's resolutions -- or the things they plan to do in the coming year to make their lives better.   At McCosh Family Dentistry, the new year brings a new schedule of patient appointments. And our appo...

It's the holiday season, the time when many people indulge their sweet tooths. There are so many opportunities to enjoy sweet treats that it's hard to pass them all up.   During the holidays, it's perfectly natural to reach for holiday cookies, sweet candy canes, or other holiday favorite...

Most people have dental insurance. But very few people can actually tell you what their coverage entails.   Dental insurance can be confusing. Some policies have deductibles while others may not. Some dental insurance carriers will put caps on the amount or types of services they will cov...

Going to the dentist probably isn't on most people's "Bucket List".   While today's modern dentistry is much more pain-free and comfortable than it was in the past, many people still have bad associations with dental office visits. Rather than looking forward to seeing their dentist, many...

Do you want to get an idea of what your teeth are going to look like when you are older? All you usually need to do is look at your parent's teeth.   Dental issues tend to run in families. Some of this has to do with genetics. If your parents or grandparents have crooked teeth, for exampl...

If there's one thing you can say about the holiday season, it's that it's busy. With all the holiday shopping, parties, and other demands on your time, it's no wonder that during the period between Thanksgiving and New Year's time just seems to move faster.   Before the holidays get into ...

Going to see the dentist is probably not on the top of the list of things most people want to do. Yet it is a necessary and important part of maintaining your overall health.   At McCosh Family Dentistry, we strive to make our patients as comfortable and stress-free as possible. We unders...

If you are missing a single tooth or multiple teeth, there are a number of options you can choose from that can restore your smile and help you chew food better. These options include implants, bridges, and partials. All have their advantages and disadvantages.   The best option for you m...

For older people, going to the dentist can still arouse feelings of dread and fear. That's because just a few decades ago, a dentist's office visit was often painful and unpleasant.   Most older adults can recall dental visits that were not very much fun. And apprehension from these long ...