Use Them or Loose Them

The Holiday Season is here! Can you believe we have only 37 days left until Christmas? Thanksgiving is just around the corner. Mmmm, smell those hot, buttered rolls and spiced pumpkin pie.

Along with our celebrations of home, family, and friends comes the end of 2010. Out with the old, in with the new. Good year or bad, either way there is something important to remember—if you have dental insurance, there’s a good chance your benefits will end December 31^st.

This means if you have unused benefits, you need to use them before the end of the year. Benefits start from scratch in 2011 (erasing any you may have left from 2010) and that includes paying brand-new deductibles as well.

Why not take advantage of those benefits? After all, you paid for them. And besides, isn’t it time for a new denture anyway? Give us a call and we’ll give you a new smile–just in time for Christmas.

760-471-1003 or email doctor@mcbridedental.com

No Wooden Teeth Here

Our first president, George Washington, was famous for many things. A daring nighttime Potomac crossing and the chopping of his mother’s cherry tree are two examples (even though that particular story is just a myth). He also had size thirteen boots and was a fabulous dancer.

But the one thing he was most famous for were his dentures. Legend says he had wooden teeth. The more accurate rendition is that Washington had several sets of dentures, made out of ivory, gold, and lead. The teeth themselves were a mix of human and animal teeth, most likely cow, horse, and donkey.

Washington had a single tooth left when he was sworn into office. Being the first president of a fledgling America, socializing and public speaking were a constant must. Imagine his discomfort and embarrassment when his dentist noted that the false teeth had “turned very black”, most likely port wine stain.

If only George Washington had access to McBride Dental at that time. Dr. McBride regularly sees patients whose dentures are badly stained, fit poorly, teeth ground down, or simply in need of replacement. You should see how nice the brand-new ones look, and our patients say they fit great.

Today, dentures aren’t made out of wood and ivory, lead, or even gold, and we never use animal teeth! In our office, we pre-make your dentures in a wax base for you to review in your mouth for your cosmetic approval.

Dr. McBride insists on using strong, dental-grade acrylics and premium teeth—nothing less. We custom-construct each denture in our lab using heat and pressure, and fit them to your personal specifications.

Take a look at your dentures. If they’re more than 8 years old, they probably need replacing. Why not give us a call? We’d love to make you happy with your smile again.