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How Often Should I Brush and Floss?
January 8, 2014
We recommend that you brush your teeth three times a day. Many times it is hard to squeeze in that third time so make sure you at least brush before bedtime. Your saliva production slows down while you sleep so it does not protect your teeth as well at night. Flossing is recommended once a […]
Read MoreHealth Care Professionals
December 31, 2013
A recent poll has shown that health care professionals (physicians, dentists and nurses) were among the most trusted people in the US. The least trusted? Lobbyists and congressmen, of course.
Read MoreCelebrating Christmas
December 18, 2013
The staff of Park Crossing Dentistry celebrating at our annual Christmas Party.
Read MoreBrushing/Flossing
November 6, 2013
The average American spends 38.5 days brushing their teeth over a lifetime. Although more Americans would rather go grocery shopping than floss, it is a very important task that we should strive to do EVERY day.
Read MoreTooth Enamel
October 23, 2013
Some interesting facts about tooth enamel: It is the hardest substance in the human body. Enamel is not comprised of living tissues; therefore, if damaged, it cannot be healed. Chewing on objects such as ice cubes and pen caps damage enamel by abrasion.
Read MoreXrays
October 16, 2013
Did you know that digital x-rays have less radiation than walking from your car into our office. Digital x-rays are very mild compared to old fashioned processed x-rays. We are proud that all of our digital x-rays are taken with the highest level of technology and software. Your x-rays are the safest available.
Read MorePardon our Construction as we Repair our Building!
September 25, 2013
We really don’t need hard hats but thought it would be fun to have them around while our construction team repairs the front of our building. Our staff (left to right), Cheryl, Addie, Heather, Wendy, Evelyn, Pam, Dr. Neubauer, Dr. Bateman, Colleen and Dayna. Not pictured: Dr. Pendse, Lorna, Gosia and Maryann.
Read MoreOur New Contest!
September 4, 2013
This contest will test your knowledge of the staff at Park Crossing Dentistry. The winner will receive a new Sonicare Power Flosser (an $85 value)! If there are any ties, we will place those finalists into a hat and draw a winner. The question is: “How many children do our staff members have, in total?” […]
Read MoreWe Take Sterilization and Cleanliness Seriously!
July 26, 2013
Sterilization is important in a dental office and we follow all CDC guidelines and more to keep our patients safe. We first clean and scrub all instruments then place them into biological indicator bags. The instruments are then wrapped in containers for the autoclave. The basic principal of steam sterilization is to expose all items to […]
Read MoreAssistants and Hygienists
June 12, 2013
Many patients ask about the duties of dental assistants and hygienists. Assistants work primarily with the dentist by assisting them with procedures, making temporary crowns, adjusting dentures, placing sealants and bleaching teeth. Hygienists work primarily on your semi-annual checkups. They chart your gum depths (periodontal charting), scale and polish the teeth and perform an exam […]
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