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The American Dental Association and dentists everywhere, including here at Wells Family Dentistry recommend that you schedule an appointment every six months for a cleaning and checkup. Despite this universal recommendation from the experts, some people believe regular...

Instead of dreaming about having straighter, whiter, brighter teeth some day, let us help you start rejuvinating your smile today!

When you’re serious about looking younger, more vibrant and optimizing your health, you need to be serious about getting regular dental che...

Everybody knows that smoking causes lung cancer, but did you also know that smokers and tobacco users are susceptible to a variety of oral health problems at a faster rate than non-smokers?

It’s true! Smoking is responsible for almost 75 percent of gum disease in adult...

You water the garden three times a week, you change your car’s oil every three months, and you replace the batteries in your smoke detectors once a year. Your teeth need to see your dentist on a regular schedule, too.

While daily oral hygiene habits are essential to g...

If I have braces, do I still need a dental checkup every 6 months?

Yes! In fact, it’s even more important that patients receiving orthodontic treatment visit our office regularly.

When you’re wearing braces, food may be caught in places that your toothbrush normally can’...

Many people who are careful about brushing and flossing their teeth wonder how they still end up with cavities or tooth decay. Several factors affect wear and tear on tooth enamel. Diet is a major factor, with certain foods increasing the likelihood that your enamel wi...

At Wells Family Dentistry, we know how tempting candy can sometimes be on our sweet tooth, but it’s important to remember that every candy and sugary treat you consume elevates your risk of developing tooth decay, which can break down your teeth.
While not all bad in m...

In dentistry, there are a wide variety of treatments, everything from elective procedures to those that are necessary and potentially lifesaving. So given the slew of treatment options, how do you choose what’s right for you? Our experts at Wells Family Dentistry have...

As 2015 comes to an end you may be focusing on things that you would like to do better in the new year. From eating right to getting more excercise, everyone sets goals this time of year. Make sure that your dental health ranks high on your priority list! 

Schedule a...

Everybody knows that smoking causes lung cancer, but did you also know that smokers and tobacco users are susceptible to a variety of oral health problems at a faster rate than non-smokers?

It’s true! Smoking is responsible for almost 75 percent of gum disease in adults...