Life in balance. This seems to be a new buzz phrase that describes the benefits of keeping work, family/social time, time for self, and spiritual reflection in a balanced “Jenga” of sorts. The goal of this balance is to help us fulfill the needs of our lives physically and psychologically…. Read More…

As a dentist in Shelby Township for over 25 years, I’ve seen a number of new patients of all ages who come with different issues and different reasons for their appointment. While we are welcoming of all new patients regardless of their need, it’s fairly common to see individuals who… Read More…

5 reasons to consider DENTAL IMPLANTS… 1. STABILITY – Because dental implants are held by the jaw (like natural teeth), they restore stability and biting/chewing strength. You’ll be able to eat the foods you love without worry. 2. LONGEVITY – The implanted portion is made of titanium, a biologically-compatible metal…. Read More…

Here’s an important “wake up call” for every individual… A 2022 report published by the National Heart, Lung & Blood Institute shared that an estimated 50 to 70 million Americans have chronic, or ongoing, sleep disorders with nearly 40% of U.S. adults admit to falling asleep during the day without… Read More…

The foundation of every dental office is general dentistry. While our Shelby Twp dental office offers complete dental services for all ages – including dental implants, cosmetic dentistry, crown & bridge, TMJ and Sleep Apnea therapy, and dentures/partials – every mouth needs to be healthy before we move forward with… Read More…

Replacing missing teeth is important for many reasons. When a smile reveals gaps where teeth are missing, it makes an impression on others that is anything but positive. In one study, college-aged students gave their perceptions of people in photos who were missing upper front teeth. Participants gave the most… Read More…

According to the American Psychological Association, approximately 40 – 50% of first marriages end in divorce. Second marriages fare worse, with 60 – 67% ending in divorce. The age group with the highest divorce rate is 25 – 39, with most ending within five years of marriage. This is followed… Read More…

We’ve all been there. Things like going to an upscale restaurant and being told by the hostess that your reservation is for the next night. Or, checking out at a busy grocery store only to realize our wallet was left at home. Being occasionally embarrassed is a given during our… Read More…

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…