The renowned philosopher Socrates spoke two famous quotes on the topic of individualism. The first is, “To find yourself, think for yourself,” and the second, “Only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing.” At first glance, the arguments seem contradictory in that “knowing nothing” creates a danger in “thinking for yourself” since a lack…
The New Year is 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 CountryLakes Family Dental would like to encourage all resolution enthusiasts to take on the New Year with a smile! Believe it…
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!…
The end of the calendar year is full of important planning. From Thanksgiving dinners with the family to Christmas vacations and gift-giving. While taking advantage of all the year-end planning, don’t forget to plan to take advantage of all your dental benefits. Not only does this include insurance, but for many, it also includes utilizing…
Without a doubt, the effects of social media have changed the way we look at aesthetics. With the advent of social influencers, photo filters, and the constant appeals for “shares” and “likes”, the demand for beauty is at an all time high. In dental care, this relates to the ever desirable cosmetic smile. The real…
There are some lessons in life that are learned quickly and early. For instance, don’t let your mom brush your hair when she is mad or don’t trust your dog to guard your food. Other lessons are learned over time and sometimes too late. One of the most important concepts that is beneficial to acquire…
For those who don’t know me, I have six daughters (yes six) and they are all blond. Why do I mention their hair color? Because I know some of us have been conditioned to jump to certain conclusions thanks to our sufficient exposure to blond jokes. Well, in the same way that my very intelligent…
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 in….
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…
Country Lakes Family Dental has long established itself as the area’s premier familydental practice. The Country Lakes team — including founder, general dentist, andowner Dr. Matthew Artho and his three-year associate Dr. Lauren Smits, has beennamed the Best of Denton County for ten years. The elite dental practice has alsoreceived additional recognition from DFW moms, Who’s…