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Halloween is supposed to be fun, but when it comes to all the candy, you can definitely have too much of a good thing. If the extra sugar in your diet leads to cavities and other issues lurking in your mouth, then the holiday can go from fun to frightening pretty quickly. So along with your dental checkups, take a look at these teeth-friendly ...

If visiting the dentist feels just as terrifying as touring a haunted house or watching a scary movie, then your friends at McRae Family Dental want to help you overcome your fears for good. First, you should check out today’s video to hear Dr. McRae explain some of our strategies for relieving dental anxiety, including patient-friendly ...

Brushing and flossing each day takes effort, and having crooked, overlapping teeth only makes good oral hygiene more of a challenge.  That’s because your mouth will have even more hard-to-clean places for food particles and harmful bacteria to hide. So why not improve your smile’s appearance and health in one fell swoop with clear ...

We know that you have a lot of choices for your family’s dental care in Athens, GA.  That’s why we offer frequent specials and promotions as a way to thank you for trusting your loved ones’ smiles to our team at McRae Family Dental. Right now, we’re gearing up to host a Patient Appreciation Drawing on Friday, Oct. 22!  You ...

“Look out,” someone shouts. You turn your head just in time to get hit in the mouth with a baseball. “Sorry,” a young voice shouts. “I missed the throw. Hey, is that your tooth?” It is, and you now have a dental emergency. Do you know what to do? Do Some ‘First Aid’ Just like you would with any injury, you want to take ...

You could benefit from a dental crown for many reasons: Broken teethCracked teethDecayed teethDiscolored teethInfected teethMisshapen teethWorn-down teeth If you have any of these problems, you want to correct them as soon as possible. You can do that with a CEREC same-day crown at our Athens, GA locations. Visit McRae Family Dental ...

Dr. Angela has been one of our patients since she was at least 5 years old. The fact that she keeps coming back to see us for her oral care as an adult says a lot to us. We are doing something right! She discusses why she counts on us for general dentistry in the video below. We encourage you to take a few moments to watch it. Then, see what ...

When you feel good about your smile, you feel more confident. If you have crooked teeth, that can hurt your confidence. To improve your smile and your self-esteem, talk to one of our doctors about clear aligners. They could be just what you need to create the smile of your dreams. Aligners Work Clear aligners have a proven record as an ...

From late spring to late fall, engaged couples, party planners, and special event vendors are busy, busy, busy. That’s because it’s the most popular season for weddings in and around Athens, GA.  If you’ll be standing at the altar as a bride, groom, or member of the bridal party, or if you’re a guest at the nuptials of a ...

It doesn’t matter whether you’re the only one who can see the tiny imperfections in your smile. The fact is that even the smallest chip, the slightest gap, or the faintest stains can make you feel really self-conscious about your smile or even your overall facial appearance.  You don’t have to have highly visible problems with your ...