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No "Glee" in Tooth Grinding
Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Mar 04, 2017

Sure, it’s big news when celebs tweet selfies from the dental office… if you’re still living in the 20th century. But in Hollywood today, it’s harder to say who hasn’t Read more
Category: Oral Health
Nine Things to Expect During Your Appointment with the Dental Hygienist
Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Dec 11, 2011

We say that we are going to have our teeth cleaned — but a lot more than simple cleaning takes place during a visit to a dental hygienist. Contact us today Read more
Category: Oral Health
New Orleans Claim to Dental Invention!
Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Dec 30, 2014

Think of New Orleans, Louisiana, and what comes to mind? The sound of jazz pouring out from a nightclub in the French Quarter… the smell of shrimp boiling in a Read more
Category: Oral Health
Move Your Way to Happiness
Author: Parker Wellness updated: Mar 15, 2016

For those of you who are just tuning in now, Parker Wellness is focusing on what Hana Matt, therapist and world religion teacher at Berkeley, has outlined as the 20 Read more
Category: Health and Wellness
Mouthguards: Is Your Child Or Athlete Protected?
Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Apr 04, 2011

Nearly everyone who has ever played a sport, or had a child participate in one, has had that panic-filled moment when they witness an injury. And when you consider that Read more
Category: Oral Health
Mouthguards Reduce Risk of Concussion as well as Dental Injuries
Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Apr 14, 2015

Since boxers first began using them a century ago, athletic mouthguards are now standard safety equipment for most contact sports. Without them, dental injuries would skyrocket. But a recent study in Read more
Category: Oral Health
Mindful Awakening
Author: Parker Wellness updated: Jul 17, 2015

Everyone has experienced, at least once, a moment of anxiety, panic, stress, discomfort, restlessness, or negativity. It is human nature to have these feelings, however, they shouldn’t overwhelm our lives. Read more
Category: Health and Wellness
Mimicking Life With Tooth-Colored Fillings
Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Sep 18, 2011

The goal of restorative dentistry is to return the teeth to full form (shape) and function. For years, a key tool for achieving this goal has been through the use Read more
Category: Dental Procedures
Matching Game: Which Smile Design Technique Is Right for You?
Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Mar 02, 2012

When it comes to cosmetic dentistry, we have numerous techniques that we can use to produce a dazzling smile while restoring or helping you maintain optimal oral health. From tooth Read more
Category: Dental Procedures
Master Illusionist Benefits from the Magic of Orthodontics
Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Jun 25, 2017

Magician Michael Grandinetti mystifies and astonishes audiences with his sleight of hand and mastery of illusion. But when he initially steps onto the stage, it’s his smile that grabs the Read more
Category: Dental Procedures
Look at Your Options for Saving a Tooth First Before Replacing it
Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Apr 11, 2017

It's no exaggeration — dental implants have revolutionized teeth replacement. Life-like and durable, implants are the closest thing in design and function to a natural tooth. In fact, there's only one Read more
Category: Dental Procedures
Life Is Sometimes a Grind for Brooke Shields
Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Oct 12, 2016

Ever since childhood, when her career as a model and actress took off, Brooke Shields has enjoyed worldwide recognition — through advertisements for designer jeans, appearances on The Muppet Show, Read more
Category: Oral Health
Life Energy and Reiki
Author: Parker Wellness updated: Jul 24, 2015

As we continue our mindful and salutary journey this week, our focus will be on the Japanese technique of Reiki, as it relates to stress reduction, relaxation, and healing. The Read more
Category: Health and Wellness
Let's Get Juicy about Juice Plus+
Author: Parker Wellness updated: Jun 26, 2015

We are expected to go above and beyond in our careers, take care of our families and friends, pay the protracted list of bills every month, plan ahead for our Read more
Category: Health and Wellness
Learning About the Relationship Between Your Pregnancy, Hormones And Gum Disease
Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Aug 23, 2012

The beloved title of “mother” unfortunately does not come with a manual. If it did, it would certainly contain a section in which mothers-to-be could learn about the impact that Read more
Category: Oral Health
Laughter is the Most Valuable Elixir
Author: Parker Wellness updated: Jun 13, 2016

“Like a welcome summer rain, humor may suddenly cleanse and cool the earth, the air, and you.” –Langston Hughes Have you ever laughed so hard that barely any audible noise came Read more
Category: Dental Procedures