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Unlike Leap Years, Regular Checkups Should Come Every Six Months

February 27, 2012

What makes 2012 different from the past few years? It’s a leap year, something we won’t see again for four more years. But unlike leap years, regular checkups should come every six months, not every four years. Regular checkups give Dr. Michel and our Topeka team a chance to do two important things.

The first thing regular checkups let us to is clean your smile and check it for signs of gum disease, tooth decay, TMJ dysfunction, bruxism, and oral cancer. The second thing it lets us do is help you plan for the future. Based on what we discover during your exam, we can recommend services that will help you improve your smile and secure its good health. That includes recommending one of our cosmetic services. We offer a range of great cosmetic services, including porcelain veneers, teeth whitening, and tooth-colored fillings, all of which can help patients from a variety of backgrounds.

Visit our cosmetic dentistry page to learn more about all the services we offer.

And if you’re ready to schedule your next visit with Dr. Michel, call our Topeka dental office today. Dr. Michel serves patients from Topeka, Emporia, Lawrence, or Manhattan. The next leap year may not be for four years, but your next visit is just around the corner.

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A Valentine’s Day and Heart Health Reminder from Michel Dental

February 10, 2012

Filed under: General Dentistry — Tags: Dr. Michel, Emporia, Lawrence, Manhattan, Michel Dental, oral health and heart health, Topeka general dentistry, Valentine's Day — tntadmin @ 8:18 pm

We recently talked about kissing and its relation to oral health. Today, we’re continuing our Valentine’s Day theme by detailing the connection between heart health and oral health.

Too often, we image a cute, decorative heart when we think about what a heart is. But, together with the brain, the heart is the body’s most vital organ. As such, a healthy heart is vital.

And one way you can help your heart stay strong is through a great oral care routine, which includes regular cleanings and checkups with Dr. Michel at our Topeka dental office.

As we’ve mentioned before, your smile has a direct impact on your overall wellbeing, which is why regular visits are so important. Even if doctors are still uncertain as to the exact nature of the link, the evidence points definitively towards a connection.

If you have questions about how the health of your smile can impact the health of your heart, Dr. Michel would be happy to answer any questions you might have.

Call our Topeka office to schedule a visit with us. Our friendly, helpful team wants to help you have the clean, dazzling smile you’ve always dreamed of.

If you live in Topeka, Emporia, Lawrence, or Manhattan get in touch with us today. Michel Dental is dedicated to your total health, not just your oral health.

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What Is Dr. Michel Looking for When I Come In for a Checkup?

January 20, 2012

Filed under: General Dentistry — Tags: Dr. Michel, Emporia, gum disease, Lawrence, Manhattan, Michael Michel DDS, oral cancer, preventive dentistry, TMJ dysfunction, tmj therapy, Topeka dentistry — tntadmin @ 4:49 pm

You’ve probably heard Dr. Michel or another dentist you’ve visited in your lifetime say it’s important to come in for a regular checkup every six months (or, twice a year). But do you understand completely why these twice-yearly appointments are so important? Or, to put it another way, do you know what we’re looking for when you come in?

The answer is, we’re looking for a variety of things. The two essentials are gum disease and tooth decay. Catching both of these early is important because of how much they can impact your oral as well as overall health. Gum disease in particular has been tied to a range of health problems, like:

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Enjoy the Holiday Season While Preserving Your Smile

December 13, 2011

Filed under: General Dentistry — Tags: Christmas season, Dr. Michel, Emporia, general dentistry, holidays, Lawrence, Manhattan, Michel Dental, New Year's, Topeka — tntadmin @ 3:46 pm

The holiday season comes with a dilemma. One the one hand, you want to enjoy all the season has to offer, from homemade cookies to candy canes, fruit cake, and any number of other treats. But you also want to keep your smile healthy, too. How is that possible, you might be wondering, when there will be no shortage of parties from now until the end of the year—including office parties, church parties, family get-togethers, nights out with friends?

The good news is it’s more possible than you may realize. By keeping just a couple of tips in mind, you can preserve your smile and avoid tooth decay and gum disease.

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Halloween Is the Perfect Time to Teach Your Little One about Brushing and Flossing

October 28, 2011

Filed under: General Dentistry — Tags: brushing and flossing, Dr. Michel, Halloween, oral care, oral health, oral hygiene, Topeka dentistry — tntadmin @ 1:41 pm

In about three days from now, the wait will be over—Halloween and all of its thrills will finally be here. That means costumes, of course, but more than that it means piles of candy.

Candy, of course, has a bad a reputation when it comes to teeth. As you’ve been told all your life, candy causes cavities. And it’s true. But while sugar can have a detrimental effect on oral health, where’s the harm in splurging now and then?

That’s why Dr. Michel and the rest of our team at Michel Dental would like to wish everyone a happy, safe, and fun Halloween.

But we’d also like to encourage you to use Monday as a time to reinforce the basics of good oral health. Brushing and flossing are essential to maintaining a healthy smile, and learning how to do each at a young age can go a long ways towards helping your little one develop healthy habits that will last well into adulthood.

Have any questions about how you can help your son or daughter learn to brush and floss? Feel free to give our Topeka office a call today. Dr. Michel and our team would be happy to answer any questions you might have or set up an appointment for you.

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Choose Michel Dental for Your Cosmetic, Restorative, and Preventive Dentistry Needs

July 29, 2011

Filed under: General Dentistry — Tags: cosmetic dentistry, cosmetic dentistry Dr. Michel, cosmetic dentistry Topeka, Dr. Michael Michel, Dr. Michel, Dr. Michel Topeka, general dentistry, general dentistry Topeka, restorative dentistry, restorative dentistry Dr. Michel, restorative dentistry Topeka — tntadmin @ 9:21 pm

Are you considering a service like porcelain veneers, teeth whitening, or cosmetic bonding? Does your smile need a crown, a fixed bridge, or inlays and onlays? Or maybe you just need a comfortable, caring office in the Topeka area where you can come for regular checkups and cleanings.

Regardless of whether you’re looking for help with cosmetic-restorative or preventive dentistry, Dr. Michel and his friendly team can help. We offer a wide range of cosmetic services to help you transform your smile and boost your confidence. And to help your teeth stay strong and healthy, we can help with checkups, periodontics, and even sleep apnea treatment.

Moreover, Dr. Michel knows that dentistry is an evolving industry and remains committed to expanding on his knowledge and experience through courses in continuing education. Among the classes he’s taken, many have focused on diagnosing and treating temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder. And as part of staying up-to-date with all the latest changes in the dental industry, he is an active member of both the American Dental Association and the Kansas Dental Association.

Quality, State-of-the-Art Care

To find out more about any one of our services, or to schedule appointment with Dr. Michel, contact our Topeka office. We serve patients from Emporia, Lawrence, Manhattan, and surrounding areas.

Give us a call today!

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