With low-cost dental clinics popping up all around the country, you might be wondering if you should receive dental care at one or a private practice location. Although both low-cost dental clinics and private practices serve the noble purpose of keeping the community healthy, both forms of dentistry offices have their advantages and disadvantages. Ownership…
If you grew up like most Americans, your parents probably warned you that eating too much sugar would “rot your teeth.” As a concerned parent, you’ve probably found yourself admonishing your own children to limit their sugar intake or run the risk of developing cavities. Unfortunately, reducing the amount of what scientists call “free sugars”…
Did you wake up late this morning and rush out the door on an empty stomach because you didn’t have time to eat breakfast? You’ve always heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and it’s true! Dr. Young can offer healthy tips to keep your body and smile healthy in the…
Milk was first delivered in bottles on January 11, 1878, but Dr. Young wants to remind you that milk is not just for children. In honor of National Milk Day, let’s discuss why drinking milk is so important for a strong smile for life. Milk is an excellent source of calcium. Calcium is important to…
Teeth are usually the first thing others notice about you. Misaligned teeth can be a source of embarrassment for some people. Fortunately, Dr. Michael Young offers Invisalign, a revolutionary form of orthodontics proven to straighten teeth without any metal brackets or wires necessary. Invisalign moves your teeth into position in a fraction of the time…
With the holidays quickly approaching, you may be starting to prepare travel plans. No matter how busy you are or where you go, you should never neglect your oral health. If you’re like most people, you’ve forgotten your toothbrush more than once. To end that habit, keep a small dental travel kit packed and in…