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What People Notice First When They Meet Someone
Whether we like it or not, we are often judged by our appearance. A person’s smile is arguably the most memorable feature after a first encounter. Most of us can easily picture someone we’ve met with a million- dollar smile. You don’t forget it. What’s more, we tend to equate their smile with a level of confidence or warmth or even intelligence. You may be surprised to hear that a smile is rated more powerful […]
The Toothless Wonder
The Toothless Wonder
By Phil Bolsta
Last night when I was sound asleep,
My little brother Keith
Tiptoed into my bedroom
And pulled out all my teeth.
You’d think that I would be upset
And jump and spit and swear.
You’d think that I would tackle Keith
And pull out all his hair.
But no! I’m glad he did it.
So […]
November
It’s hard to believe that the holidays are just around the corner and even harder to believe that the Midwest chill is here to stay. During this exciting time of year, it’s easy to get caught up in the chaos and forget about simple routines. Be sure that brushing your teeth doesn’t appear on your forgotten list. Better yet, adopt the habit of brushing and flossing more often during this time of heavenly meals and an […]
CEREC Smart Technology
Staying at the forefront of dental technology and making it accessible to you is a priority at our office. One way we do this is by offering same day crowns. Traditionally, getting a crown required an extensive process, multiple appointments and weeks of enduring discomfort. In short, it was a pain! And painfully expensive.
Crowns are necessary, however, because they save the function of the tooth and the dental health of many patients depends on them. […]
Trick-or-Treat
The US consumes more than 7 billion pounds of candy each year and spends approximately 9 billion dollars a year on Halloween candy. Let that sink in for a minute.
For many moms and dads, squashing the sugary childhood trick or treat dreams of their kids may seem like the best idea. But rather than eliminating the fun, consider teaching kids the best way to handle their loot. That way, the message isn’t “candy is bad”, […]
Fact or Fiction
Most of us have grown up hearing old wives’ tales or spent time scouring the internet for the latest dental advice, so it’s likely you’ve believed a myth or two about dental care. Here are a few common myths debunked:
Myth#1 : Brush your teeth immediately after eating.
Debunked: Actually, saliva is your mouth’s natural way to offset the acids in the foods you eat, so it’s better to wait 30 minutes.