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General & Preventive Dentistry

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month
added on: April 26, 2017
oral cancer awareness

Nobody likes talking about any type of cancer. It’s a scary epidemic that continues to take the lives of thousands each and every year. Oral cancer, specifically, is a fairly common type of cancer in the United States with over 45,000 cases diagnosed every year. Of those diagnosed, about 9,700… Read More…


“Why Don’t I Get Numb at The Dentist?”
added on: April 18, 2017
numb

Sometimes we get asked why certain patients have more difficulty getting numb before a dental procedure than other people. At our dental office in Valparaiso, we wish we could provide one, solid answer as to why this happens. But the truth is, the reason can vary from person to person,… Read More…


Common Dental Emergencies & What to Do About Them
added on: March 21, 2017
dental emergency

Nobody ever wants to experience an emergency of any kind, and dental emergencies can be particularly concerning and confusing. What’s the right thing to do? What shouldn’t you do? Don’t worry, our dental office in Valparaiso is here to help. Different Emergencies Require Different Care Not all dental emergencies should… Read More…


How to Become a Dentist
added on: March 9, 2017
become a dentist

At our Valparaiso dental office, we love what we do and we find our jobs rewarding. We get to help our patients’ mouths stay healthy, which can directly affect their overall well being, and we even get to see some dramatic smile transformations and change lives. We’d go as far… Read More…


Top 7 Ways to Show Your Smile Some Love
added on: February 24, 2017
love your smile

At our dental office in Valparaiso, we love helping our patients get a smile they’re proud of. But visits to our office twice a year are only part of what you can do to make sure you’re showing your smile the love it needs to stay healthy. If you want… Read More…


Does Your Toothbrush Need A Little TLC?
added on: October 21, 2016
toothbrushes

Toothbrushes aren’t meant to last forever. The brushing that you do to keep your smile looking great can really take a toll on your toothbrush. My dental office in Valparaiso wants to remind patients using a brush with frayed, worn-out bristles that it may be time for a change. Make… Read More…


It’s All About The Straw
added on: October 10, 2016
straw

When we’re on the go, it’s easy to grab a beverage from the nearest fast food restaurant or convenience store. My dental office in Valparaiso wants to talk about an important, handy accessory that commonly comes with these to-go drinks – the straw. How Can Straws Help Teeth? It might… Read More…


Toothache Tips From Your Valparaiso Dentist
added on: August 16, 2016
toothache

When you have a toothache, all you want to do is make it go away. At my Valparaiso dental office, we’re always willing to help ease your toothache pain, but what can you do if a toothache strikes when you’re on vacation or when we aren’t open? What is a… Read More…


Are You Using the Right Toothpaste?
added on: July 8, 2016
toothpastes

Toothpaste serves a very specific purpose — to brush away bacteria and plaque that collects on teeth. But with all the developments in toothpaste technology, many options offer additional benefits like whitening, decreasing sensitivity, and adding an extra boost of freshness. With all the options available to you, how do… Read More…


Why Men Don’t Visit Their Valparaiso Dentist
added on: June 23, 2016
avoid

We all need to see the dentist regularly — kids, men, and women. But one of those demographics is avoiding regular dental appointments. We’re looking at you, men! Statistically, men don’t visit the dentist as often as their female counterparts. At my Valparaiso dental office, we wanted to know why,… Read More…


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