As you know, we have had a somewhat quiet yet very attentive visitor here at the office – the elf. While he’s usually saving his thoughts up for Santa (letting him know whether you have been a nice or naughty dental care patient), he made a special exception to offer a little advice to us. After taking note of the areas of hygiene that give our patients some difficulty – and hearing how many of them are short on ideas for stocking stuffers – he thought he would offer up some helpful suggestions straight from Mr. Kringle himself. So, while Santa is taking care of the big gifts, you can gather up some little presents that will help your friends and family enjoy long-term oral health.
Creature Encounters – Coyote!
Are you a big fan of all of nature’s creatures? Do your children want to spend time in the great outdoors, taking in the sights of new and interesting animals? If so, you will love attending these upcoming events that promote the protection of wild animals, while offering some very enjoyable education.
Holiday Alert: Elf Sighting
As our team prepared for a day of treating the smiles of our wonderful patients, we noticed a new visitor who had recently made a very long journey: It was an elf! He was propped up on the shelf! If you are familiar with elves who come in from the North Pole to keep an eye on the goings on of daily activities (and the dental hygiene of the boys and girls in Livonia) then you will delight in this guest of ours. Surely, he will be reporting to Santa about the wonderful job you’ve been doing with your smile. Right?
End Of Year Flossing Review
As the year comes to a close, we reflect on the things we enjoyed for 2015 and those aspects of our lives we would like to improve. When you’re a dental professional, a lot of those resolutions tend to center on preventive care and associated benefits. As a result, we like to review dental hygiene routines and habits with our patients to ensure they are ready for a wonderful 2016 that includes continued oral health. Allow us to ask a few questions to make sure your flossing is on track.
Party Planning With Prevention
Are you planning a holiday party this year but you are starting to feel stressed? Do you feel that every direction you turn and every decision you make is in some way damaging to your oral health and to that of your party guests? No worries, we have some helpful preventive care tips on hand that will minimize the risk associated with the foods and beverages you choose to serve. Keep in mind that rinsing after eating (followed by brushing 30 minutes later) is a surefire way to protect one’s oral health. In addition, some thoughtful choices can help.
Chronic Headaches? See Us ASAP.
Do you find that you are taking pain relievers on a surprisingly consistent basis to address your headaches? Are you doing things the way you always have (or have you been enjoying a more healthy lifestyle lately, but your head pain is the one thing that remains)? If so, it is important to realize that problems with your oral health can commonly result in headaches. We encourage you to schedule a consultation with us, so we can diagnose the underlying factor. For now, answer some quick questions to find out which dental-related issue might be affecting your daily comfort.
Garden Club Holiday Boutique
Are you a member of the Livonia Garden Club? Are you a gardening fanatic – or, perhaps someone with a brown thumb who still deeply adores plant life and all the beauty that nature has to offer? Whatever the case, the Garden Club is hosting an enjoyable upcoming event that will help you kick start (or add to) your holiday shopping.
Tips: Holiday Time TMJ Protection
Here comes your favorite time of year! Well, as far as the company and gifts are concerned, anyway. If you also feel extremely concerned as the holidays roll around because your TMJ disorder tends to worsen, we have some tips for you. Fortunately, by considering some simple ways to alleviate tension and irritation, you can treat your TMJs with the tender loving care they need. In addition, we always suggest you schedule a visit with us, so we can provide you with personalized suggestions and therapy to keep your oral health in excellent condition.
A Look at Dental Care Through the Centuries
In today’s world of dentistry, our collective dental knowledge of is vast enough to require separate dental specialties to address the numerous aspects of oral health. For instance, endodontists deal specifically with issues concerning the interior of the tooth (i.e., tooth pulp infections, severely damaged teeth, root canal treatments, etc.), while periodontists address concerns of gum tissue damage and infection. With such a vast wealth of knowledge, one may wonder just how we came to learn so much about dental health through the centuries. (more…)
Blessings In A Backpack
If the gift of giving is the aspect of holiday time you love most, you likely look for ways to provide some extra joy during this season. Fortunately, in addition to giving presents to friends and loved ones, there’s an enjoyable upcoming event that will provide assistance to a non-profit raising money to address weekend childhood hunger. Learn more, so you can take part!