Age shouldn’t deter you from visiting your family dentist. Children as young as one and seniors as old as 102 should consistently attend general checkups and cleanings to ensure optimum oral health. Dr. Stewart and our team believe in building lasting relationships with our patients, educating them on oral health, and providing comprehensive care that… Read more »
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Happy Holidays From Your Dentist!
Dr. Stewart and our team want to wish you a Happy Holidays filled with friends, family, fun, and smiles! Remember to choose tooth-friendly treats and protect your smile through your holiday activities. After your celebrations, be sure to stop by our office for a cleaning and checkup to keep your mouth safe into the New… Read more »
Teeth Chattering in the Cold
The cold weather is upon us, and you need to keep your body warm. When you’re cold, you may notice your body shivers and your jaw shakes, causing your teeth to bump against each other. This action, called chattering, helps your body stay warm. What is chattering? The hypothalamus part of your brain helps keep… Read more »
10 Tips to Avoid Over-Indulging This Thanksgiving
Overeating makes you feel sick, sluggish, and uncomfortable. After eating your large Thanksgiving meal, you may feel too full – and if you keep overindulging on leftovers, treats, and holiday sweets, you might pack on the holiday pounds. Here are 10 quick tips to help you avoid overindulging on Thursday and throughout the season. Watch… Read more »
Sweet Tooth vs. Oral Health
A balanced diet is key to overall health, and the USDA’s guidelines encourage us to limit our intake of foods and beverages high in added sugar. No matter the age- young or old- we all get those got-to-have-it cravings for something sweet. If we stop and think about indulging in this sinful treat, however, we… Read more »
You Are What You Eat
Just like with all aspects of our world, science changes daily thanks to new research and studies. What’s the hot topic of this week, you may ask? The answer: How closely what we eat impacts our health. The most recent adaptation of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s food pyramid recommends 2 ½ cups of vegetables… Read more »
Go back to school with a stellar smile!
With summer coming to a close, the first day of school is just a few weeks away. For any family with school-age children– whether they’re a first grader or a freshman in high school- this can be an exciting and busy time. What has to be done before school starts: New clothes and shoes for… Read more »
Advanced Technology Provides Better Dental Care for You
For Dr. James Stewart, a dentist in Livonia, Michigan, staying on the cutting edge of technology helps him provide his patients with the highest quality dental care. For diagnostic precision and patient comfort, Dr. Stewart uses DIAGNOdent during dental checkups. This advanced technology allows Dr. Stewart to detect tooth decay by passing a “wand” over… Read more »
Dental Care for Kids
Children are special people that have special needs, including special dental needs. With a young patient, Dr. Stewart and his team have the opportunity to lay the foundation for lifelong dental health. We teach our children patients about the importance of taking care of their teeth, gums, and entire mouth. Most of all, we try… Read more »