Insurance seems to be quite a hot topic these days. Whether it is medical, dental, or, especially in North Texas, roofing insurance, there is no doubt that trying to stay ahead of the ever-changing policies and regulations seems to require a scholar’s level of legwork. While different types of insurance operate differently based on their…
Venturing into your child’s infamous teenage years is definitely not for the faint of heart. When we engage in their usual teenagerly mannerisms, we can often find appreciation in recognizing that they are no longer a child, yet not quite an adult. Though, in our attempt to empathize with them, we may find the greatest…
I grew up in an agricultural town to an agricultural family. One of our family traditions involved making our own linked sausage. We would work from beginning to end including seasoning, preparing, and ultimately linking the sausages. A process like this required cohesive work and coordination because it could easily fall apart since everyone knew…
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…