Local Dentist Loves Local Food

One of my favorite experiences of being a dentist is getting to know my patients. Many of our new patients are also new to the neighborhood or the St. Louis area in general.  Apparently, a lot of my conversations with new patients revolve around food—to the point where it became apparent I needed to put … Continued

Do you offer whitening?

I am asked frequently, “Do you offer whitening?”. First things first, I cannot stress enough—regular dental visits help to keep your smile healthy. My top priority is focusing on your oral health. While I understand that most patients want a whiter smile, tooth whitening is a treatment I am not quick to prescribe. Allow me … Continued

Your Little One’s Growing Smile

Friends of ours have asked me about everything from pacifiers to sippy cups when it comes to their little one’s growing smile. I wanted to use this opportunity to communicate some general guidelines on these matters. The ADA’s mouthhealthy.org website is a great resource for parents with questions and concerns. As soon as you see … Continued

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