by Shelby Township Dentist | Jan 13, 2013 | Ask The Gentle Dentist
Shelby Township Dentist Answers Patient’s Questions Question: I received a mailer that said that my insurance benefits will run out by the end of the year and I should get into their office. I am nervous about this and a little worried. Answer: Most insurance...
by Shelby Township Dentist | Jan 11, 2013 | Ask The Gentle Dentist
Macomb County Dentist Answers Patient’s Questions Question: I found an article titled “How Your Dentist can Save Your Life” in the December issue of Reader’s Digest that describes the overall role that play in the bodies health. Could you comment on the article....
by Shelby Township Dentist | Dec 20, 2012 | Ask The Gentle Dentist
Shelby Township Dentist Discusses Oral Health At a recent presentation at our Shelby Township office I was asked questions about oral health and the frequency of toothbrushing. I recommend brushing teeth at least 3 times per day for at least 1 minute preferably after...
by Shelby Township Dentist | Dec 4, 2012 | Ask The Gentle Dentist
Shelby Township Dentist Explains the Benefits of Fluoride Question: Fluoridation affords benefits to children’s teeth is a given, but why adults? The compound has a downside. It is classified by the federal government as a rat poison, and, hence, has a...
by Shelby Township Dentist | Dec 2, 2012 | Ask The Gentle Dentist
Why are so many people afraid of the dentist? I was recently asked by a patient of ours who is a psychiatrist on how we treat those who have an incapacitating fear of the dentist. Our discussion went on to determine what is common with dental and other fears. She said...
by Shelby Township Dentist | Dec 1, 2012 | Ask The Gentle Dentist
Shelby Township Dentist Answers Commonly Asked Questions Question: I have pain on my lower denture that seems to get worse over the last 6 months. Could you tell me why they hurt now as compared to before? Answer: It is difficult to say exactly why your denture is...
