We all know that men and women are built differently, and that affects what health problems each gender is more susceptible to. At our dental office in Woodway, we also know that even though women are more open to visiting us regularly, they’re actually at more risk for dental problems throughout their lives than men…. Read More
Oral cancer diagnosis is on the rise with an estimated 51,540 new cases expected in 2018. At our dental office in Woodway, we understand how serious this life threatening disease is. In fact, the American Cancer Society projects that over 10,000 people in the United States will die from it this year. However, while oral… Read More
We all know that calcium is an important ingredient when it comes to building and keeping strong bones. But your skeleton isn’t the only thing that relies on calcium. The truth is, each one of our teeth is made up of 70% calcium! That makes this mineral essential for a lifetime of good oral health…. Read More
What we put into our bodies can certainly affect how we feel and how healthy we are. But eating the right foods to fuel your body goes beyond enhancing overall health. During this National Nutrition Month, your Woodway dentist wants to let all of our patients know how proper nutrition can also benefit your oral… Read More
The team at our dental office in Woodway is committed to providing our neighbors with top-notch dental care so that each and every patient not only has a healthy smile, but a beautiful one too. However, there are some members of our community whose dental health is often overlooked…we’re talking about our beloved pets. And… Read More
Now that Halloween has ended, and the weather is cooling, it also means it is officially the holiday season! But before you meet to share gratitudes and turkey over your Thanksgiving table, and long before the kids tear into their presents on Christmas morning, it’s important to consider what you should be doing over this… Read More
As a parent, you have a lot of responsibilities vying for your time, but few are probably as important to you as helping to raise happy and healthy kids. In fact, you probably take great care to help them form healthy habits, from eating non-fried vegetables and drinking plenty of water to being active each… Read More
Do you sometimes wonder if the things you were taught as a child about how to care for your teeth are actually the best ways to maintain a healthy smile? Perhaps you overlooked dental appointments for several years, and only recently discovered that you were struggling with several oral health concerns, such as cavities, infections,… Read More
You do a lot to maintain great health, from visiting the gym, to drinking plenty of water, and even attending regular preventive checkups at your physician’s office. That is because you understand that staying strong and feeling great, as you age, requires taking excellent care of yourself inside and out! By eating well, resting each… Read More
In the United States alone, an estimated 30 million men and women have thyroid disease. The disease, which often goes undiagnosed, interferes with your body’s ability to produce and regulate hormone levels. Females face a higher risk for the disease than males, with age and family history increase the risk significantly. Dr. Corbet Locke, a… Read More