Sleep-Disordered Breathing

Does your child wet the bed at night? Does your child show signs of daytime drowsiness, Attention Deficit Disorder, aggressive behavior, or is having difficulty in school? What about stunted growth, chronic allergies, mouth breathing, disrupted sleep and nightmares?...

Nitrous Oxide For My Child?

Nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas, is the most common form of sedation dentistry on the market. When laughing gas is inhaled, the patient instantly feels calmer and does not experience pain. Because it’s so easy to use, our Grand Rapids, MI children’s...

Dental Visits & Alzheimer’s

Alzheimer’s Disease is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States. More than 5.8 million Americans suffer from this devastating condition that results in a loss of memory and cognitive function. Luckily, new research may have unveiled the root cause: gum...

Save Money With CHD

We practice complete health dentistry, which means we treat patients with an understanding of how oral health affects the rest of the body. One of the best ways to protect your oral health (and wallet) is to see us at least every 6 months for a teeth...

Dental Care & Pregnancy

While many pregnant women think they’re protecting their unborn children by not getting dental care, the opposite is often true. Going to the dentist while pregnant is safe and is recommended by the American Dental Association, the American Congress of...

Dentist Medical Diagnoses

Did you know that your dentist can catch the early signs of diabetes and heart disease by examining your teeth and gums? Bleeding gums and other oral health issues often indicate a larger problem, which is why it’s important to see your dentist...

Relieve Dental Fears

If you are afraid or anxious about going to the dentist, you’re not alone. According to WebMD, between 9% and 20% of Americans don’t go to the dentist as often as they should because of dental fear or anxiety. Fortunately, there are many things you can do to feel more...