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Smile with Invisalign

12 Days of Christmas – Day 8 On the eighth day of Christmas my true love gave to me…straighter teeth with subtle aligners The holidays are often a time to reflect on our smiles. Whether you find yourself gathered around a Christmas tree, table, or chimney, smiles abound. So do photographs. If the lights and… Read More »


Get Comfy in the Dentist Chair for Christmas

12 Days of Christmas – Day 9 On the ninth day of Christmas my true love gave to me…a stress-free dental visit Take a cue from the warm holiday spirit and start the new year with a new approach to your dental visits: stress-free. We know that a visit to the dentist can bring about… Read More »


Fill the Stockings to Help Prevent Tooth Disease

12 Days of Christmas – Day 10 On the tenth day of Christmas my true love gave to me…periodontal prevention One of the best gifts to give yourself and your loved ones this holiday season is the gift of smile health. A few steps (and stocking stuffers) can make a big difference in preventative care.… Read More »


12 Days of Christmas – Day 1 from A Life of Smiles

We’re celebrating the twelve days before Christmas in the best way we know how – with a celebration of healthy smiles! Stop by each day through December 25th to help us count down the ways we love to care for your teeth. Our Twelve Days of Teeth starts how. On the first day of Christmas… Read More »


TMJ Treatment – 12 Days of a Happy Dental Christmas

12 Days of Christmas – Day 4 On the fourth day of Christmas my true love gave to me… relief from TMJ Recurring neck pain, headaches, jaw tension, and mouth soreness may be symptoms of a serious disorder called TMJ, or Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome. TMJ encompasses many jaw misalignment problems and affects millions of Americans.… Read More »


A Tradition of Quality Family Dentistry

12 Days of Christmas – Day 2 On the second day of Christmas my true love gave to me… two wonderful dentists from the same family! Whether gathering around a Christmas tree or a Menorah, the festivities of the season are filled with friends and family. We celebrate that spirit today and we feature the… Read More »


Advanced Dental Technology for Healthy Teeth

12 Days of Christmas – Day 11 On the eleventh day of Christmas my true love gave to me…the best dental technology We keep up to date (and training) on the most advanced dental technology available to offer you high quality care and the best experience around. For the eleventh day of Christmas, we thought… Read More »


Happy Holidays from All of Us at A Life of Smiles!

12 Days of Christmas – Day 12 On the twelfth day of Christmas my true love gave to me…a new year of smiles We are so honored to have served the Michigan community for four generations and we look forward to all the days and patients to come.


What is Bruxism?

Bruxism is the medical term referring to the grinding of teeth or the clenching of jaws. It’s a condition that affects many people though not many are aware of the problem. You can clench and grind without knowing it. Bruxism often occurs during sleep though it can take place any time of day. The cause… Read More »


Six Surprising Foods That Stain Teeth

Certain food and drinks work against us when it comes to keeping a shining white smile. Brightly colored beverages and bites are often the biggest offenders, yet you may be surprised at some of the other culprits that make the list. Most teeth staining is caused by chromogens. Chromogens are intensely pigmented molecules that latch… Read More »