It's a joyous occasion! Our very own Dr. Stenvall has welcomed a new baby. We are thrilled for Dr. Stenvall and her growing family, and we wanted to share this wonderful news with our Queen City Dental Arts community. Emma joins big sister Hannah in this exciting new chapter of their lives. Both the mother and baby are doing well.... read more »
June is National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month. Over 3.1 billion people, or 40% of the population, were affected globally by headache disorders in 2021. More women suffer from headache disorders than men, most likely due to hormonal factors. While there are many causes as to why people get headaches and migraines, it may be something that you should mention to... read more »
We may only take care of human teeth here at QCDA, but we do love our furry friends as well! Many of us have pets of our own at home, and we know how much a part of the family they can be! In honor of National Pet Week, we decided to showcase some of our team’s favorite fur babies.... read more »
When we think about going to the dentist for cleanings and fillings, we typically are focused on the prevention of future problems with our gums and our teeth. But one thing that often gets overlooked or forgotten is oral cancer. April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. Here's what you need to know. Every year, about 53,000 people in the U.S.... read more »
It's that time of year again! Clean the baseboards, change the air filters, vacuum under your bed... and re-invigorate your dental regimen! Here are a few easy tips for keeping up with spring cleaning for your mouth. Spring Clean Your Smile 1) Replace your toothbrush: That cool new toothbrush that you got in your stocking this Christmas... it's time to... read more »
It's the time of year when we show love to all of our friends and family by giving them cards, flowers, chocolates ... however you show them that you care. But what do you do to show your mouth love? Well, there are lots of things that you can do to show your mouth that you care. 1) Brush: It... read more »
January 26th is Dental Drill Day! Although the sound of the dental drill isn’t most people’s favorite sound, we can appreciate the evolution of the dental drill over the years. There is evidence of dentistry being performed as far back as 7000 BC… I wouldn’t want to see what their drills were like! In the mid-1800s, dental drills were powered... read more »
'Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the house I couldn’t find my toothbrush … was it taken by my spouse??? The stockings were hung by the chimney with care. In hopes that maybe I’ll get a new Sonicare! And I need some more floss, all tied up with a bow, So the fact that mine has been empty... read more »
We all know someone with diabetes or may even struggle with diabetes ourselves. We also know that diabetes is a disease that affects our entire body, including our oral health. One of the main challenges of diabetes is controlling blood sugar. People with high blood sugar also have a higher concentration of sugar in their saliva, which puts them at... read more »
October is National Dental Hygiene Awareness Month so we wanted to share with you a few fun facts about our two amazing hygienists! Lisa has been a hygienist for over 30 years, and 15 of those are right here at our practice … so many of you have known Lisa for years. Lisa and her husband, Greg, have a son... read more »