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Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 21, 2023.

Quick trivia question: define “mamelon.” Some kind of warm blooded animal? No, not a member of the mammal clan, but good guess. A fruit of the gourd family? Nope! There Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 14, 2023.

Millions of people, around Grand Rapids, Michigan and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 07, 2023.

Capturing the Moment At esmiles we know that just about anyone who has taken on the challenge of planning her own wedding could tell you how important the little details can Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 28, 2023.

At esmiles, we have patients coming in asking us why a taste of ice cream or a sip of coffee becomes a painful experience, or why brushing or flossing makes Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 21, 2023.

At esmiles, we know many people have experienced some form of mouth sores or irritation. Some mouth sores are harmless and go away on their own after a few days, Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 14, 2023.

Valentine’s Day is best known as a celebration of love in all its forms. Pink hearts, red roses, and cute greeting cards adorn every surface you see. What many people Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 07, 2023.

If you’re happy with your manual toothbrush, read no further. But if you’re looking for more options than “firm,” “medium,” or “soft,” there’s a world of electric toothbrush innovations out Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Jan. 31, 2023.

Keeping on top of your oral health is key when it comes to making sure your whole body stays healthy. The bacteria that occur naturally in your mouth can produce Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Jan. 24, 2023.

With the doctor, emergency dental care is only a phone call away. Dental problems are uncomfortable and should always be treated as soon as possible to prevent them from getting Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Jan. 17, 2023.

Many parents have concerns about their children’s teeth not falling out on time. the doctor and our team are here to answer any questions parents may have about when children Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Jan. 10, 2023.

Despite the extraordinary claims made for charcoal toothpaste, most dentists think that the accuracy of these claims is a very gray area. So, what is the theory behind using activated Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Jan. 03, 2023.

It’s a new year, and it couldn’t come fast enough for many of us! Let’s do our part to make this a better year in every way—and you can start Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Dec. 27, 2022.

Watching the clock tick down the final seconds until midnight, many of us- esmiles included- feel nostalgic about the passing year and hopeful about the new one to come. New Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Dec. 20, 2022.

Have you ever watched to see if your child is breathing through his or her mouth? Breathing through the mouth instead of the nose may lead to trouble for youngsters. Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Dec. 13, 2022.

Nobody likes a dry mouth. It is an uncomfortable and sometimes oddly unexplainable sensation that most people like to avoid. It is not a condition that automatically sends you into Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Dec. 06, 2022.

Today’s crowns, veneers, and tooth colored fillings are very natural looking compared to early counterparts. There was a time when dentists placed silver fillings exclusively. This material is still used, Read more