Keeping Our Teeth Healthy as We Age

May 27th, 2024

Decades ago, it was just expected that getting older meant losing teeth. But today’s dental practices and treatments help us defy expectations. How can we keep our teeth healthy as we age? Here are some great habits to continue or begin at any time of life: Brush and Floss Regularly Brushing and flossing two minutes…
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Wishing all our moms a happy Mother’s Day!

May 8th, 2024

"Motherhood: All love begins and ends there." - Robert Browning We would like to take this moment to thank all the great moms out there for being so great during their child’s visits to Compassion Dental Care. Whether it’s driving their kids to regularly scheduled appointments or for “being there” while their child is treatment,…
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Spring Cleaning

May 1st, 2024

Just like that, it’s almost summertime. As the spring season ends, perhaps these lighter, brighter days are inspiring you to do a bit of last-minute spring cleaning. Or perhaps they’re not. No judgment here! What we can recommend wholeheartedly is finishing the season with a clean, sparkling smile. And we have some bright ideas for…
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What's the connection between gum disease and diabetes?

April 24th, 2024

People who have diabetes are usually familiar with many of the other health risks they face, including damage to the nerves, eyes, heart, and kidneys. But did you know that if you have diabetes you also have a much greater chance of developing gum disease? It's true, and like other diseases related to diabetes, the…
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