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November Marks National Diabetes Awareness Month
posted: Nov. 02, 2021.
Diabetes is a chronic disease that increases the risk for many serious health problems, including severe gum disease. November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and it’s a great time for us Read more -
Halloween: Candy, costumes, and more!
posted: Oct. 26, 2021.
All Hallows' Eve, more commonly known as Halloween, is a yearly event celebrated on October 31, and one that is anticipated by the young and young at heart all over Read more -
Make your child’s next visit to our office great!
posted: Oct. 19, 2021.
If you have been bringing your baby in for regular checkups since that first tooth arrived, you might expect that he or she is already familiar with the doctor and Read more -
Care for Your Dentures
posted: Oct. 12, 2021.
Just like natural teeth, the doctor will tell you that dentures have a tendency to get coated with plaque, which is a sticky, transparent film that attracts food and bacteria. Read more -
October is National Dental Hygiene Month: A simple oral health routine for your busy lifestyle
posted: Oct. 05, 2021.
Adults are no strangers to feeling like there is never enough time in the day to get everything done. Your alarm clock rings and within minutes you ping pong around Read more -
Are dental X-rays safe?
posted: Sep. 28, 2021.
YES! X-rays have been used in dentistry for a long time, and the amount of radiation has significantly decreased with advances in technology. While there is risk in every health Read more -
Oral Health Concerns for Infants
posted: Sep. 21, 2021.
Because babies’ teeth don’t appear until around six to eight months of age, it’s a natural misconception that they don’t need dental care. But the steps you take as the Read more -
Ease up on your gums — don’t brush your teeth too hard!
posted: Sep. 14, 2021.
A lot of patients go at their teeth like they were sanding an old floor—that is to say, way too hard! Brushing too hard is probably the most common mistake Read more -
Some Benefits to Giving Your Smile an Extra Boost
posted: Sep. 07, 2021.
For many individuals, autumn brings with it a number of new beginnings. Fall is the time that many people return to school, get back to the daily grind after an Read more -
Celebrate Labor Day by Getting Away
posted: Aug. 31, 2021.
Labor Day honors the contributions that workers have made to this country, and for many Americans, the holiday is a great time to relax at home with family and friends. Read more -
What’s in Your Backpack?
posted: Aug. 24, 2021.
Hiking is a great way to appreciate the beauty of nature, to get away from the stresses of daily life, and, of course, to challenge yourself physically. While you’re packing Read more -
Dental Fear in Children: Brought on by parents?
posted: Aug. 17, 2021.
Two studies – one conducted in Washington State, and whose findings were published in the Journal of Pediatric Dentistry in 2004, and another conducted in Madrid, Spain, and whose findings Read more -
Are you nervous about seeing the dentist? You’re not alone!
posted: Aug. 10, 2021.
With advances in modern dentistry, a trip to James E Mikula DDS these days is pretty routine. But visiting the doctor and our team still makes some patients anxious—so much Read more -
Smoking and Dental Implants
posted: Aug. 03, 2021.
Congratulations! You’ve made the decision to replace a missing tooth with an implant. While an implant will restore the appearance of your smile, you also know that there are many Read more -
There’s an App for That!
posted: Jul. 27, 2021.
We live in a tech-savvy world, and dental professionals take advantage of it! Digital imaging, convenient record storage and sharing, even more comfortable denture design—these are just some of the Read more -
Post-Procedure Care
posted: Jul. 20, 2021.
As with any surgery, post-procedure care is of utmost importance after getting periodontal surgery. Bleeding, pain, swelling, and other sensations are common and should be expected to a degree. This Read more