Enamel is the first defense against tooth decay and problems. The hard surface of the teeth can wear down over time due to acids and sugars found in some foods. Dentists and researchers are still working to learn more about tooth enamel in hope of protecting it better and even helping to regrow it someday.… Read More »
Staying is shape is a great way to keep a healthy body and an attractive appearance. Could it also help improve your oral health? Many people know the physical benefits of working out and staying fit, but don’t notice the effects it has on their smiles. When you exercise and stay active, your blood pumps… Read More »
A ski resort in Michigan was recently given a grant for $463,370 in Community Development Block Grant funds to expand and update the current facilities. Crystal Mountain near Thompsonville in Weldon Township is planning to use the grant for two new projects that will help make the resort more appealing. The first project will be to… Read More »
The Grand Rapids Art Museum was about to end their 9 year run of having a lighted Christmas tree. They said they were simply unable to afford the tree. Luckily, donors were able to raise enough money to save the tree and the event. An estimated $50,000 is needed to fun the lighting of the tree.… Read More »
Earlier this spring a white-faced fawn was born at the Deer Tracks Junction farm near Cedar Springs. The piebald deer’s rare coloring made it an instant sensation and many people have wondered if the fawn would live and grow up differently than other deer. The farm recently gave an update on the fawn named Dragon… Read More »
It seems like everyone has something to say about the effect of Halloween candy on teeth. Everyone knows that sugar can cause tooth decay and that too much sugar can result in other health problems as well. But how bad is it? Will eating a little bit of candy really hurt your teeth? A dental… Read More »
Everyone knows that too much sugar is bad for your teeth, but how much is too much? With Halloween only a few weeks away, kids are getting excited about loading up on candy. Dentists however are warning parents that too much candy can lead to cavities and tooth decay. One dental practice in California is… Read More »
Many people use chewing sticks to help clean their teeth but dentists warn that they may actually be causing more harm than good. Chewing sticks are common in many different cultures and some people use them as alternative to brushing while others simply chew on them to assist in removing food that the toothbrush missed.… Read More »
A junior at City High Middle School won the top prize in the Consumers Energy SmartArt student ArtPrize competition. The winning piece was a drawing titled “Flower Power” entered by Zoe Bultman. “There were so many good pieces that I thought were absolutely amazing,” said Bultman, who received an Apple laptop computer and a $1,000 college… Read More »
If your big day is approaching you probably have a lot on your mind. One of the things you may not have thought about is your teeth. It is important that your smiles looks good on your wedding day and if you haven’t had a chance to whiten your teeth you may be a little… Read More »
