Staying fit and healthy is often viewed as trendy. Although each generation has produced varying approaches to wellness, there is no doubt that a focus on health is a consistent part of our culture. However, staying healthy can become an individual fad when you find yourself one day up and ready for the gym and…
I once had a stroller with the label, “Remove child before folding,” on it. There was also a sleep aid box that had the warning “may cause drowsiness.” And, of course, we’ve all seen the hot coffee warning, “Caution, coffee may be hot.” Labels can be important, but some labeling can be misleading. Recently, many…
I am a strong believer in the free market. There are many products and services that offer great advantages when done as a DIY or at a better cost. However, we all know there are some things better left to the educated professionals. Here are three dental DIYs I recommend a second thought before jumping…
I’m beginning to slowly understand that there are many stages to parenting. Having just recently ventured into the teenage realm, I say to myself, “Surely I didn’t act like this when I was that age.” It’s hard to believe how quickly your once energetic and helpful child is suddenly stricken with these intermittent phases of…
With Easter egg hunts just around the corner, you would think this dental article will lecture on the importance of minimizing candy and sugar (which I am), but it’s also a great opportunity to reveal a few of our own “dental Easter eggs” of facts and tips related to your dental care. Egg 1: Flossing…
It’s once again that time of year when we schedule our annual spring cleaning, which is usually pleasant, as long as they don’t bounce all over the place. Dad jokes aside, spring does arrive with its own dental affairs, namely, sport-related concerns. As we venture into the athletic arena this spring, here are a few…
It’s a new year, and as I reflect on the intimate time spent over the holidays with family and friends, celebrating the season and appreciating those cherished moments of joy and giving, I can only sum it all up in four simple words: I ate too much. Yes, once again, we start the new year…
It’s a new year, and as I reflect on the intimate time spent over the holidays with family and friends, celebrating the season and appreciating those cherished moments of joy and giving, I can only sum it all up in four simple words: I ate too much. Yes, once again, we start the new year…
The New Year will soon be upon us, and with that comes new opportunities for declarations of improvement and resolve. As we usher into the new year with innovative notions of self-development, the team at Country Lakes Family Dental would like to encourage all resolution enthusiasts to take on the New Year with a smile!…
If laughter is the best medicine, it seems insurance would only cover a giggle. Insurance appears to have shifted from its original purpose of helping with unexpected events to only covering preventative care and denying larger treatment cases. For dental insurance, many have witnessed an increase in premiums and copays but no change in coverage….