If you’re a senior experiencing fear and anxiety about having dental procedures performed, you’re not alone. According to Dr. Robert Carimi of Sedation Dentistry of Charleston, this is fairly common for a lot of people, including seniors. In fact, he compared the prevalence of dental fear to fear of heights or arachnophobia. Fortunately, Carimi’s practice offers various … [Read more...]

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...]

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. Bob Morris started his dental “education” early in life. Having had extensive dental treatment as a teenager — followed by crowns and bridges as an adult — Dr. Morris is intimately sensitive to the concerns of his patients and understands the experience from both sides of the dental chair. “We have all the current technology to encourage our patients to be active … [Read more...]

For Dr. Ted Melchers, Mount Pleasant is home, and he wants his patients to feel that way, too. “When you walk into the office, you’re greeted with a handshake and a ‘hello,’” Dr. Melchers said. “We want our patients to feel as if they are guests.” A second-generation resident of Mount Pleasant – both of his parents grew up here as well – Dr. Melchers has helped improve … [Read more...]

Dr. Nicole Dahlkemper and her staff at Water’s Edge Dentistry don’t just want to help their patients have beautiful, healthy smiles – they want to form long-lasting relationships. “We provide the best dental care, and we treat every patient like a member of our family,” Dr. Dahlkemper stated. ”I believe in honesty, equality, kindness and compassion, and I strive to live … [Read more...]

Whenever you drop by the office of Dr. Kari Ryan and Dr. Kristi Dillard for an appointment, you can count on the fact that you’ll get high-quality treatment utilizing the latest technology – and, undoubtedly, that you’ll be greeted by smiling faces. “There is no reason why people need to be scared to come into our office,” exclaimed Dr. Ryan. “We have such a welcoming, … [Read more...]

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...]

At the dental offices of Dr. Jennifer Lohse, the difference starts at the door. “We have candy on our front desk! If you are coming to us, we think you need something sweet,” 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. Lohse’s office specializes in … [Read more...]