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

February 10, 2012

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.

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

January 20, 2012

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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Transform Your Smile with Porcelain Veneers from Michel Dental

January 5, 2012

If you’ve ever dreamed of giving your smile a makeover, Michel Dental has a service that can help you—porcelain veneers. With porcelain veneers, patients can transform a smile marred by cracks, chips, or slight misalignment into a smile that’s dazzling and confident.

What Are Porcelain Veneers?

Porcelain veneers are very thin, and because they’re made of porcelain they’re easy to care for. In fact, they require no special treatment at all—you can just brush and floss as you normally would. And what’s more, because porcelain veneers mimic the look of natural teeth, no one ever has to know about them.

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Enjoy the Holiday Season While Preserving Your Smile

December 13, 2011

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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