Grand Rapids police officer have started wearing body cams. These cameras are now part of every officer uniforms and are meant to protect both officers and civilians. The small cameras are barely noticeable and will pick up the actions and conversations during an arrest or anytime an officer is pursuing a suspect. Police departments around… Read More »
Your dentist can tell a lot about your lifestyle just by looking at your teeth. Sure, he can tell if you brush regularly, but also if you are stressed, what kind of job you have, what you like to eat and even where you live. Certain habits are made clear when a dentist checks your… Read More »
If you are scared of the dentist, you are likely more scared of the experience or a procedure than the actual dentist himself. A new treatment plan now means less drills and fillings and a less painful and scary experience. Man dentists are opting to treat their patients with less-invasive treatment of fluoride varnishes, sealants… Read More »
Not all families have insurance that covers dental work. That doesn’t mean they need or deserve dental care any less. One mobile unit in Florida has set out to help children who are uninsured. The unit visits schools and makes other stops and provides necessary dental care to those in need. Read the full article… Read More »
A Grand Rapids cashier is finding herself in the spotlight after a simple act of kindness was caught on camera. 3-year-old Paul Grandinette Jr asked if he could help ring up groceries at a Grand Rapids Meijers and the cashier, Kristen Baker, was happy to let him. She put the boy on her hip and… Read More »
Foster care is designed to help children all the way up to adulthood, but what happens after that? Many of the young adults in foster care will find themselves on the streets after they grow out of the system. A new apartment complex is being planned to help these young adults transition from foster care… Read More »
It is always important to remember the veterans who fought for our country, especially around the holidays. A group of volunteers in Grand Rapids did just that by decorating 2,000 graves at a Grand Rapids veterans cemetery with wreaths. The wreaths were donated or bought with donations and more than 150 veterans, cadets, Blue Star Mothers,… Read More »
Many children are scared of the dentist. They may be nervous about a procedure or they may just not know what to expect. The best way to make your child more comfortable with a trip the dentist is to choose pediatric dentist that they like and accept. This may not be easy and could take… Read More »
Grand Rapids is a great city to live, work and play in and if you don’t live here, you should plan a visit very soon. There are many reasons why you should make a trip to Grand Rapids a priority this winter, but here are just a few of them. Food Grand Rapids has some… Read More »
Snoring can be an annoying problem and can even disrupt sleep and relationships. If you have a snoring problem or have been told you have one by a spouse, you may be wondering what is causing it. Your dentist may be able to help you get to the root of the problem. In fact, a… Read More »