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Drooling On Your Dentist

Your mouth may water while thinking about a delicious meal or possibly while watching your celebrity crush on the big screen. When your saliva begins to drip out of your mouth, it’s called drooling. Many people are embarrassed when they drool, but one place you shouldn’t be ashamed of drooling is at Dr. Stewart’s dentist… Read more »

Patient Word of Mouth

Choosing a dentist is an important decision to make in order to ensure you get the best oral care possible. You want to find a dentist who is trustworthy and experienced. Dr. Stewart and our team are devoted to making patients feel comfortable and confident in their smiles. Take a look at why some of… Read more »

Young Musicians, Healthy Smiles

Is your child learning to play an instrument? So much has been said about the importance of wearing an athletic mouth guard during sports, but other extra-curricular activities can affect your child’s teeth, including band and orchestra. Problem Instruments Instruments played by biting onto a mouthpiece can cause problems with upper teeth alignment. The clarinet, especially,… Read more »

Livonia, MI Halloween Candy Buy Back

Halloween Candy Buy Back Dr. Stewart and our team are happy to announce that we will host another year of Halloween Candy Buy Back. The week following Halloween, any time our office is open, bring your child up with his or her unopened, leftover Halloween candy. Dr. Stewart will pay $1 per pound (limit 5… Read more »

What Kind of Brusher Are You?

What kind of tooth brusher are you?  Do you scrub vigorously, like you’re scrubbing tile grout to make it gleaming white?   Do you spend 5 or 10 minutes to “really do a good job?”  Or do you quickly whisk across your teeth, taking less than a minute? Chances are, no matter how much time… Read more »

Interesting Dental Facts From Livonia Dentist

With proper oral hygiene, teeth can last a lifetime.  Today, more than ever before, people are keeing their natural teeth throughout life.  When it comes to care and maintenance of teeth, here are some interesting dental health facts to keep in mind: 50 percent of people polled state they notice a smile before any other… Read more »

The Trouble with Halitosis

Halitosis, or bad breath can occur after eating odorous foods, or because of poor oral hygiene, taking certain medicines, or using tobacco products. However, halitosis also can be a symptom of an underlying health issue, such as periodontal disease, diabetes, gastroesophageal reflux disease, liver or kidney disease, chronic sinusitis, or chronic bronchitis. Through proper oral… Read more »

Creative Ways to Thank Mom on Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 8 is set aside to show mothers our love and appreciation. Instead of purchasing a generic card, try a few of these creative ways to say thank you: Start Mom’s special day off with a healthy breakfast in bed: Orange juice 12-grain toast with raspberry preserves Eggs Deli ham Coffee After… Read more »

Livonia Dentist Examines the Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment of Dry Mouth

Saliva plays an important role in maintaining good oral health. It washes away food particles, cleans teeth, and neutralizes harmful acids.  Without saliva, the risk of tooth decay and gum disease increases. When your mouth doesn’t produce enough saliva, you suffer from xerostomia or dry mouth. To determine the cause of dry mouth, your dentist… Read more »

Small Steps Lead to Huge Success

Research shows that maintaining proper diet and exercise can increase your overall well-being and life expectancy. Dentists encourage their patients to eat a healthy diet, not only to prevent cavities and gum disease, but also to promote good overall health.  Studies show good oral health contributes to good overall health. While the road to better… Read more »