Diet is a word that can be everywhere, but what you eat matters and can have an important effect on your oral health. The U.S. Department of Agriculture advocates that for a healthy diet, fruits and vegetables should make up half of the food you consume every day. In addition, you should try to eat whole grains whenever you can and stick to dairy products that are low-fat or … [Read more...]
Life Smiles Dentistry
Dr. Judy Villanyi and her staff at Life Smiles Dentistry have been helping Mount Pleasant smile brighter for over nine years. After working as an associate dentist in a downtown practice, Dr. Villanyi decided that the time was right to start her own, so she opened the doors of Life Smiles Dentistry in August 2005. The experience of becoming an entrepreneur has been exciting … [Read more...]
Dr. Robert J. Morris
Dr. Bob Morris started his dental âeducationâ early in life. Having had extensive dental treatment as a teenager â followed by crowns and bridges as an adult â Dr. Morris is intimately sensitive to the concerns of his patients and understands the experience from both sides of the dental chair. âWe have all the current technology to encourage our patients to be active … [Read more...]
Dr. J. Ted Melchers
For Dr. Ted Melchers, Mount Pleasant is home, and he wants his patients to feel that way, too. âWhen you walk into the office, youâre greeted with a handshake and a âhello,ââ Dr. Melchers said. âWe want our patients to feel as if they are guests.â A second-generation resident of Mount Pleasant â both of his parents grew up here as well â Dr. Melchers has helped improve … [Read more...]
Waterâs Edge Family and Cosmetic Dentistry
Dr. Nicole Dahlkemper and her staff at Waterâs Edge Dentistry donât just want to help their patients have beautiful, healthy smiles â they want to form long-lasting relationships. âWe provide the best dental care, and we treat every patient like a member of our family,â Dr. Dahlkemper stated. âI believe in honesty, equality, kindness and compassion, and I strive to live … [Read more...]
Dr. Kari Ryan & Dr. Kristi Dillard
Whenever you drop by the office of Dr. Kari Ryan and Dr. Kristi Dillard for an appointment, you can count on the fact that youâll get high-quality treatment utilizing the latest technology â and, undoubtedly, that youâll be greeted by smiling faces. âThere is no reason why people need to be scared to come into our office,â exclaimed Dr. Ryan. âWe have such a welcoming, … [Read more...]
Garner Family Dentistry: Dr. Cynthia L. Garner
A trip to the dentist is no longer a dreaded experience. At Garner Family Dentistry, patients are welcomed into a stress-free environment by friendly staff, expert professionals and gentle, caring assistants. Raised in Omaha, Nebraska, Cynthia Garner earned her degree at the Creighton University Dental School, a nationally recognized institution noted for its academic … [Read more...]
Periodontics and Implantology: Dr. Jennifer Lohse
At the dental offices of Dr. Jennifer Lohse, the difference starts at the door. âWe have candy on our front desk! If you are coming to us, we think you need something sweet,â said Dr. Lohse. She and her employees want to create a warm, inviting space where their patients feel comfortable discussing any dental issue. Since the team at Dr. Lohseâs office specializes in … [Read more...]
Periodontal Associates
Many people think that brushing and flossing is all they need to do to keep a picture perfect smile. Thatâs a good start, of course, but most of us are not as thorough as we think we are â and the result could be gum disease. Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is an inflammatory condition which, left untreated, can cause serious problems. In advanced stages, … [Read more...]
Pleasant Family Dentistry
From state-of-the-art technology to flexible office hours and all the comfort a patient could ask for, Pleasant Family  Dentistry is all about making a trip to the dentist as pleasant an experience as possible. In the reception room, patients find a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere where they can read, use the Wi-Fi or watch a TV thatâs usually on the PFD channel … [Read more...]