Dental Problems Parents Pass Down to Children
Nature vs. Nurture: Dental Problems Parents Pass Down To Children Parents, in particular, want to know: does DNA predetermine dental health? It’s the classic nature vs. nurture question that dentists get asked often, but the answer doesn’t simply boil down to one or the other. The scary truth is that many dental problems are indeed […]
5 Ways to Maximize Your Dental Benefits Plan
Maximize Your Dental Benefits With terms like PPO, HMO, in-network, and out-of-network to describe dental benefits, it’s no surprise that many don’t understand how to make the most of their plan. This means you may be overlooking benefits that are critical to maintaining your oral health. Don’t settle for just what you understand as part […]
Bye-Bye, Buck Teeth! How to Overcome an Overbite
“Overbite”, “overjet” or simply “buck teeth”– protruding teeth can go by many names, but “pretty” isn’t one of them. And they aren’t comfortable either; upper teeth that extend well past the lower teeth can often make it difficult to close the mouth, chew or speak easily. It’s a common condition, but not one that people […]
The Dirt on “Dragon Breath” And How to Slay It for Good
There’s a reason people commonly refer to halitosis as “dragon breath”: it’s a beast of an oral health problem that can put off anyone within close range! Mints and mouthwashes can mask the issue, but in order to truly defeat it, you’ll need to treat the underlying cause. If you’ve dealt with morning breath, or […]
Toys for Tots Drop off at all Stellar Dental offices
All Stellar Dental Offices were a Drop Off Location for Toys for Tots. We welcomed our Stellar Dental Family to help families in need during the holiday season…. and they came through with a successful toy collection ! What is Toys for Tots? Members of the community may drop new, unwrapped toys in collection […]
Use it or lose it! Year end is fast approaching!
The end of the year is fast approaching and schedules are filling up! Have you made the most of your dental benefits this year? If an unused balance remains, there’s still time to use it before you lose it! From cleanings to cavity fillings, outstanding treatment, or even getting started on more complicated dental work, […]
Margo Wade McCumber, DDS
Education and ExperienceBachelor of Arts Degree from Franklin and Marshall College in Lancaster, PA Graduated Cum Laude from the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine in 2008 Completed a General Practice Residency at Erie County Medical Center in 2009 Certified Invisalign Provider Gained six years of experience as an associate at a private practice […]
Solving the Sweets Problem
Parent’s Cheat Sheet: 5 Steps to Solving the Sweets Problem Birthday celebrations, holidays, and countless school or extracurricular activities in between children’s social calendars can seem like endless fun, until you realize they can also translate into a non-stop, cavity-inducing sugar high. This doesn’t necessarily mean, however, that your child is destined for a long […]
Common Teeth Crises
Common Teeth Crises Dental nightmares can come true, as much as you hope it doesn’t happen to you! If you’re lucky, a quick call to the dentist can get you seen immediately, but what happens if disaster strikes when the office is closed, you’re traveling, or some other less than ideal scenario? Find out how […]
child’s first dental visit
A Child’s First Visit to the Dentist It can be shocking to many parents, if not perplexing: many dentists now recommend you schedule your child’s first visit before he or she turns one. Before you brush it off as a bit of overzealous advice, you should know it’s supported by the American Dental Association and […]