Introducing the new Under Armour Performance Mouthwear Looking to improve your golf game? Decrease your marathon time? Excel out on the football field, hockey rink, or tennis court? Your jaw holds the key, and our office can help! Dr. Mulder now offers Under Armour Performance Mouthwear – a new, innovative bite splint that can help… Read More »
Periodontal Disease and Your Health You already know that regular brushing and flossing are good for your teeth, but did you know that they are also good for your overall health? By taking good care of your teeth and gums you help prevent periodontal disease; and research has shown that preventing periodontal disease may have… Read More »
Over 35,000 people each year are diagnosed with oral cancer according to The Oral Cancer Foundation. When diagnosis and treatment are performed early, the survival rate is more than 90 percent – that’s the good news. Unfortunately, oral cancers are hard to discover, and the majority of cases are not diagnosed until they are in… Read More »
Question: “If I get veneers, what will my temporaries look like?” That question comes up quite often when discussing cosmetic dental work, and for good reason: it’s much more difficult to picture the temporary phase than the final results! Understanding what your smile will look like in temporaries – between the before and after –… Read More »
In August, Dr. Mulder took some time away from the office to accompany his daughter Michelle on a volunteer relief trip to Honduras. As a sophomore at Albion College, Michelle wanted to gain valuable experience in the health care field as part of her pre-med studies. She signed up to take part in Albion’s student-run… Read More »
About Sedation Dentistry Sedation dentistry is one of the most effective ways to deal with issues such as dental phobia and anxiety. This option is also ideal for patients who will be required to remain seated during longer procedures or those who have: An overactive gag reflex Difficulties getting numb A dislike of the sights,… Read More »
The benefits of sedation dentistry If the thought of a dental visit makes you nervous – you aren’t alone! According to the American Dental Association, over 100 million Americans experience some form of fear or anxiety about going to the dentist. Feeling uneasy over an upcoming visit is normal, but that feeling can be reduced.… Read More »
Am I a good candidate for porcelain veneers? Veneers usually work well for patients with healthy teeth who just need a little cosmetic change. Dr. Mulder will need to evaluate your current dental health before making a treatment recommendation. Schedule your free smile evaluation today to find out if porcelain veneers are right for you.
Journal of the Michigan Dental Association – February 2014 By Franziska Schoenfeld, DDS (Contributing Editor) The age-old question – is it heredity or is it the environment? – will probably never be completely answered, However, after meeting the Mulder family of Grand Rapids I am tempted to ponder that question again. Dentistry in the Grand… Read More »
RISING HERO Dr. Allyson B. Mulder, 29, dentist and owner of WestSide Dental; partner at A Life of Smiles Dental Office Nominators said: She is the definition of an entrepreneur and philanthropist. After graduation from dental school, she worked with her dentist father, Jerry Mulder, and after only five months bought a dental practice. She… Read More »
