Blog Articles
Periodontal Disease is No Joke
Periodontal Disease has many levels of progression. Early intervention , as well as prevention is key to an excellent long term prognosis.
Sep 6th, 2023
Hygiene
The Hygienist is the proactive Health Care Provider. The education and treatment that they render are priceless with creating stable health teeth.
Jun 23rd, 2023
Happy Memorial Day!
The Dental Team at Dental Care Center of Decatur Honors all that made the supreme sacrifice.
May 23rd, 2023
A Hygiene Visit is Worth It's Weight In Gold
The pro active approach taken by the Hygienist is priceless. Through patient education and clinical skill the Hygienist can achieve and maintain a healthy smile!
Nov 30th, 2022
Hygiene Visits
The most important proactive appointment a patient can make is an appointment with the Hygienist.
Nov 30th, 2022
Happy Halloween
After enjoying the DAY OF TRICK OR TREATING, make sure we brush and floss.
Oct 31st, 2022
End of The Year Insurance Benefits
Most Dental Insurances allot a fixed amount for maximum coverage of dental needs per year. If all of the amount is not used by the end of the year the amount remaining does not roll over to the next year.
Oct 18th, 2022
Happy Father's Day!
We are blessed to have great dads in our lives at Dental Care Center of Decatur. We appreciate all Fathers who really have taken the role to the HIGHEST level.
Jun 17th, 2022
Have a Smiling Day!
A smile goes a long way when it is healthy. Prevention is the key to stability.
Mar 29th, 2022
Covid Pro-Active Prevention
Dental Care Center of Decatur exceeds recommendations of being pro-active and taking the proper steps to ensure the safety of all who enter our facility.
Jan 12th, 2022
UPCOMING END OF THE YEAR DENTAL BENEFITS
Use your dental benefits before December 31st or you could lose the monies for that year. Do not delay treatment while you have coverage.
Oct 7th, 2021
Dental Homecare Is More Important Than Ever!
During the Pandemic we are all getting over loaded with information. We have changed our normal routines and this has driven increases in caries rate and fractured teeth. We at Dental Care Center of Decatur want to share the ADA published homecare.
Nov 17th, 2020
A Dental Assistant is an Important Member of The Oral Health Team
There are a multitude of assets a Dental Assistant brings to a Dental Team.
The ADA has outlined those job duties and the value created by this position.
We value our these people at Dental Care Center of Decatur and what they offer
to creating health.
Nov 10th, 2020
2020 has been tough and we still have Dental Anxiety. 7 ways that may help!
Do not let Dental Anxiety stop you from visiting the Dentist! Especially now when there is so much uncertainty in the world.
Oct 14th, 2020
Sensitive Teeth What You Need To Know
Sensitive teeth are on the rise, during these uncertain times. We are here to provide general information and tips via the American Dental Association
Sep 29th, 2020
Oral Health Has An Effect On Overall Health
The health of the mouth has a direct medical link to many systemic diseases.
Keeping a healthy beautiful smile lessens the risk that a person may
develop some systemic diseases.
Sep 2nd, 2020
Dental Hygienists Our Oral Health Saviors
The role of an excellent Hygienist will always be proactive in creating oral health.
Let's describe what they do for us in the below entry.
Aug 21st, 2020
Dental Sealants and the CDC. Why not?
Prevention has a no better starting point than Dental Sealants. This article written and published was worth sharing. Sealants do make a difference young or old. All Credits and references notated within Article.
Jul 17th, 2020
Dental Care Center of Decatur is here to help with All Dental Needs
During the government ordered shutdown to curve the pandemic, we offered emergency services only. Once the guidelines to reopen were established for Dentist, we superseded the baseline set by the CDC and ADA.
Jun 24th, 2020
Dental Care Center of Decatur a Safe Place for Dental Treatment! Read Why
Preparation that will benefit creating a safer environment during dental treatment as face the COVID-19 Pandemic is paramount for the staff and patients. We must be ready to gain the trust of the people and be transparent when they need us.
May 13th, 2020
Covid-19 Brings Stress To Crowns and Teeth!
During this Pandemic many patients are experiencing stress. There are many
ways people can react to stress. For Dentist the big concern is increased clenching/grinding of teeth. That pressure down the long axis of the teeth can
create weakness!
Apr 8th, 2020
Why Should The Patient Say Yes to In Office Dental Fluorides
To be proactive in the prevention of a disease is paramount for all healthcare providers. For Hygienist the use of Fluorides definitely support their efforts with the prevention of patients who are at risk. The risk will be listed within this article.
Feb 18th, 2020
A Hygienist Main Role
Being pro active with the assistance of the Hygienist creates a positive environment of prevention
Dec 15th, 2019
Back To School Exams
Healthy Smiles equals Healthy Students and focus on School Studies
Jul 29th, 2022
Thank You To ALL The Heroes on Memorial Day!
Our Freedom and choices are protected and have been protected by those men and women who have given their lives to ensure we had freedom! God Bless them
May 24th, 2022
Healthy Smile
A healthy smile is the portal to the body. To keep it healthy one needs to see a Hygienist a minimum of twice a year!
Jan 20th, 2022
Dental Bridge vs Dental Implant
The pros and cons of each treatment choice; Dental Bridge vs Dental Implants.
Each option must be explained well so that you the patient can make the right choice.
Jul 13th, 2021
April is National Oral Cancer Awareness Month
Head and neck cancer is a devastating disease. Dentist are at the front line
of detecting these types of cancers with their exams. Catching these types of cancers early creates a better prognosis for the patients.
Apr 9th, 2021
Coronavirus and Dental Care Center of Decatur
We practice at a high level of disinfection, barrier and sterilization protocols established by the CDC and ADA. All efforts are being made to disinfect pens, door knobs and any item that would be shared by patients. Being Pro active is the key to minimize
Mar 12th, 2020
Flu and Cold Season is here
Keeping your oral health matters during the flu or a cold and here is how you do it.
Dec 26th, 2019