Parker Wellness Blog

Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Mar. 07, 2013

Often perceived as a cancer that only affects older adults who have a history of heavy tobacco and alcohol use, oral cancer is now on the rise among younger adults Read more

Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Sep. 10, 2012

A number of factors can lead to dental caries (tooth decay). To find out if you are at high risk, ask yourself these questions. Is plaque visible in my mouth? Dental plaque Read more

Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Aug. 30, 2012

Gum disease, also called periodontal disease (from the roots for “around” and “tooth”) starts with redness and inflammation, progresses to infection, and can lead to progressive loss of attachment between Read more

Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Dec. 08, 2011

Yes, dental x-rays are a safe and vital tool we use for measuring and monitoring your oral health. We feel it is imperative to ensure that our patients have the Read more

Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Apr. 19, 2012

Dental implants are in much demand when it comes to replacing missing teeth. And although they have long-term success rates of well over 95% when properly placed, the dental profession's Read more

Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Aug. 29, 2014

Think of a contagious disease and you may picture one of the great outbreaks of the past: the terrible flu epidemic of 1918, the ever-present threat of polio in the Read more

Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Dec. 22, 2014

Pregnancy is an exciting time in a woman’s life — but it can also generate a lot of questions about both the mother’s and the baby’s health. The realm of Read more

Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Nov. 12, 2017

And so it begins…the holidays are rapidly approaching and in the blink of an eye we will be counting down to the first minute of a brand new year. Between Read more

Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Feb. 20, 2017

Should you decide that you want to straighten your teeth, it is valuable to know about your options. Straightening your teeth or closing a gap doesn’t necessarily mean that you Read more

Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Aug. 17, 2017

A recent episode of “America’s Got Talent” featured an engaging 93-year-old strongman called The Mighty Atom Jr. The mature muscleman’s stunt: moving a full-sized car (laden with his octogenarian “kid Read more

Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Mar. 10, 2015

For years preparing teeth for fillings or other restorations has required the use of a drill. Although quite effective in removing decayed structure and preparing the tooth for bonding, it Read more

Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Sep. 02, 2014

We now have amazing therapies to replace lost teeth with life-like replicas that look and perform like real teeth. But for oral health in general it’s still better to save Read more

Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Aug. 16, 2016

Cavities can happen even before a baby has his first piece of candy. This was the difficult lesson actor David Ramsey of the TV shows Arrow and Dexter learned when Read more

Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Jan. 02, 2018

The first week of a brand new year is a perfect opportunity to reflect upon the lessons you’ve learned, the feats you’ve accomplished, the hurdles you’ve cleared, and the happiest Read more

Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Feb. 19, 2016

Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Feb. 15, 2012

Projecting a healthy, radiant smile can help boost self-confidence and lead to increased comfort and success in both personal and career-oriented situations. Yet, many people are unhappy with their less-than-pearly Read more