For parents, seeing a child lose that first “baby” tooth is a landmark moment – something celebrated. However, the thoughts of our grown children losing a permanent tooth never comes to mind, probably since those thoughts concur up the outcome of an accident, injury or disease. While losing a natural… Read More…
We all tend to “back burner” the things we dread. Some people dislike doing the laundry, which piles up until there is no choice left but to do it. That can be true when it comes to having some of the common “dreaded” dental procedures. Im our Shelby Twp dental… Read More…
Recently, a friend made the investment of using a professional decorator to help makeover a great room. The friend had envisioned having the walls and carpet a certain color and arranging the furniture differently. However, the decorator recommended an entirely different choice of colors and arrangements. What the decorator came… Read More…
Do you have a fear of spiders? Of flying? Of tight spaces? While many people have intense fears about certain things, like a fear of dogs, others have no fear at all. For people who have fear or anxiety associated with dental visits, this can be a common reason for… Read More…
The body is a complex, impressive assembly of millions of parts. Yet, a body is just that – one body, a singular structure. The body’s parts are designed to work together. Thus, when a problem arises in one area, it tends to affect other areas. For instance, a slipped or… Read More…
I recently had a consultation with a gentleman I’d seen a couple of years back. In our initial consult, we discussed his potential need for a bone rebuilding procedure prior to placement of dental implants. The added procedure, and additional cost, deterred him from moving forward. Although we offer excellent… Read More…
Our nation is dealing with dire consequences of addiction. Whether alcohol, smoking or drugs, we are all paying the price. In this article, I’d like to focus on smoking and vaping. From information shared by the Oral Cancer Foundation… “Scientists have found that nicotine is as addictive as heroin, cocaine… Read More…
As a dentist in Shelby Twp for over 25 years, I’ve seen many happy moments originate with the betterment of a smile. Helping a patient replace missing teeth with dental implants, seeing a once-fearful patient overcome fear and anxiety that stood in the way of a healthy smile, and celebrating… Read More…
In 2018, the CDC reported that, in Michigan, a little over 71% of adults aged 18+ had visited a dentist or dental clinic within the past year. That leaves over one-fourth of Michigan residents who did not see a dentist for a 12-month period or longer. The eventual repercussions are… Read More…
As a dentist in Shelby Township, MI, I have devoted much training and commitment to helping those who have dental fear. As a matter of fact, our office has a widespread reputation for our gentle touch and unique commitment to those who struggle with dental fears. In addition to a… Read More…
