Parker Wellness Blog

Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Nov. 26, 2013

Nothing conveys confidence quite like a bright, white smile. Unfortunately, not all smiles are created equal. And, some smiles are much whiter than others. Whether your teeth have become discolored Read more

Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Oct. 11, 2012

Getting enough sleep is necessary for good health. We all know how energetic we feel when we are sleeping well at night. Yet, many of us do not feel rested, Read more

Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Apr. 12, 2013

When it comes to childhood injuries — cuts and scrapes, growing pains, even wounded pride — it's often a parent's job to try and make things better. But sometimes it's Read more

Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Aug. 29, 2013

Halitosis (bad breath) is a major personal and social concern — so much so that Americans spend nearly $3 billion annually on rinses, mints and gum to freshen breath. While Read more

Author: Parker Wellness updated: Mar. 24, 2019

The secret has long been out that green tea is antioxidant-rich and packed with health-boosting benefits. Green tea comes from the plant Camellia sinensis and is so beneficial to our Read more

Author: Parker Wellness updated: Jun. 03, 2016

Way #14: Observe your unpleasant feelings with nonjudgmental awareness. “It is not worth our while to let our imperfections disturb us always.” Henry David Thoreau We tend to be our own worst Read more

Author: Parker Wellness updated: Jul. 02, 2017

Summer is in full bloom and the 4th of July is right around the corner. Summertime is synonymous with BBQ’s, backyard and beach parties, cruises, and family vacations. While all Read more

Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Sep. 16, 2016

Everyone loves a concert where there's plenty of audience participation… until it starts to get out of hand. Recently, the platinum-selling band Fifth Harmony was playing to a packed house Read more

Author: Parker Wellness updated: Feb. 05, 2018

Did you know that cardiovascular disease accounts for around 810,000 deaths in the United States every year? That’s around 2,200 Americans every day and 1 every 40 seconds. Over 90 Read more

Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Oct. 19, 2012

No one participates in sports or recreational activities with the goal of oral or facial injury. However, the facts reveal two things: sports injuries are the number one cause, impacting Read more

Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Nov. 20, 2011

While the long-term success rate for a dental implant is well over 95%, there are factors that can compromise their success. For this reason, our office has put together this Read more

Author: Parker Wellness updated: May 31, 2016

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Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Mar. 12, 2014

Dental implants are a popular and effective restoration for lost teeth, if there’s enough bone present to support the implant. That might not be the case, however, because without the Read more

Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Sep. 04, 2016

There's something universal about thumb sucking: nearly all babies do it, and nearly all parents worry about it. While most such worries are unfounded, you should be concerned if your Read more

Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Jan. 24, 2014

Sometimes what’s going on in the mouth may point to a deeper issue. Although unpleasant to address, a dental examination could reveal signs of an eating disorder. There are two disorders Read more