We are excited to share our blogs with you. Each blog post is written by a member of our staff, never purchased from a company. In these posts you’ll find information about pieces of equipment our office uses, tips and tricks, Dr. Matt’s family Christmas letters and even some history about Pike Lake Dental Center. There’s so much to talk about and share with you!

Time Flies When You’re Cleaning Teeth
Many of you read Stephanie’s recent post about the history of Pike Lake Dental. As she mentioned, she began her employment there in 1998, and

Are Dentists Typically Pack Rats?
In a word: YES!!! I pulled open a drawer in our office lab a couple months ago and found this note on a cardboard box

Does Our Dental Technology Cost YOU More?
Absolutely not. It actually SAVES you time and money. I know that may be hard to believe, but let me explain… The technology inside Pike

The Short Story of Pike Lake Dental Center, 1999-2018
When I started at Pike Lake Dental Center in 1998, I worked for Dr. Carter Johnson in the geodesic dome across the street from our

Thoughts About Teeth From a Dentist’s Wife
I often get asked about teeth because people know my husband is a dentist. Luckily, I rarely get the full, open mouth view with a

Is an Electric Toothbrush Really That Amazing?
I’m sure you’ve seen television commercials and online advertising for electric toothbrushes that promise a superior clean and a fresh-from-the-dentist feeling in your mouth after

Breaking Down Dental Implants
Have you ever wondered what a dental implant is? Maybe you’ve had a tooth removed and your dentist has offered implants as a replacement option.

“I’ve got TMJ.” • “We all have TMJ. Let’s talk about Bruxism and Occlusal Guards.”
Bruxism (BRUK-siz-um) is a condition in which you grind, gnash or clench your teeth. -Excerpt from the Mayo Clinic website, www.mayoclinic.org Do you

Athletic Mouthguards and Your Athlete
Now is the best time for your athlete to wear an athletic mouthguard.