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Three Steps Towards Better Oral Health
updated: Mar. 26, 2017
As a family dentist in Salem, OR, our team at Willis Dental remains committed to providing our patients with the best care possible. While it’s easy to think of your oral Read more -
Gingivitis and Periodontitis
updated: Mar. 08, 2017
As a practice we believe that a healthy mouth begins with preventive care and dental education. Gum disease, like gingivitis and periodontitis, must be treated in order to prevent inflammation Read more -
Dental Insurance Benefits 101
updated: Feb. 08, 2017
Insurance benefits can be so helpful and so frustrating at the same time. What is the difference between a PPO, EPO and HMO? What policy do I choose? What insurance Read more -
Sleep Disorders
updated: Mar. 15, 2015
Did you know that 95% of sleep disorders are unidentified and undiagnosed? Sleep is critical for our learning, memory, children’s development, and our physical and mental wellbeing. Many physiologic consequences Read more -
Types of Gum Disease
updated: Feb. 15, 2015
Untreated gingivitis can advance to periodontitis and can eventually lead to tooth loss and other health problems. Gingivitis is the mildest form of periodontal disease. It causes the gums to become Read more -
Tobacco Use and Your Oral Health
updated: Jan. 15, 2015
It’s no secret that smoking is bad for your overall health but using tobacco products can have serious consequences on your oral health, too.By Connie BrichfordMedically reviewed by Niya Jones, MD, MPH In Read more -
Dentures
updated: Dec. 15, 2014
Dentures are dental appliances that can be removed from the mouth. Dentures replace missing teeth and help to restore your smile. If you’ve lost some or all of your natural Read more -
Implants
updated: Nov. 15, 2014
If you are self-conscious because you have missing teeth, wear dentures that are uncomfortable or don’t want to damage adjacent teeth in order to make a bridge, talk to Dr. Read more -
Autumn Welcome
updated: Oct. 18, 2014
This month, we are excited for all the changes happening in our practice. We are glad to have a hygienist – Liz, and dental assistant – Taylor join our team. We Read more -
Diabetes and Dental Health
updated: Oct. 15, 2014
Diabetes is a chronic disease which affects your body’s ability to process sugar. The resulting high blood sugar can cause problems with your eyes, nerves, kidneys, heart and other parts of Read more -
Wisdom Teeth
updated: Sep. 15, 2014
Wisdom teeth, also referred to as third molars, get their name by being the last teeth to come in during young adulthood, typically between 16 and 21 years of age. Read more -
Summer in Arizona
updated: Aug. 29, 2014
Shannon and I just returned from a very HOT Arizona. I have had my eye on a great continuing education course down there and finally the stars lined up for Read more -
Dental Insurance Overview Part I
updated: Sep. 06, 2012
So you’ve got dental insurance…great! Do you understand your dental benefit? If you’re like most of our patients, your knowledge of your benefits has a few gaps. Maybe you feel Read more -
Dental Injuries
updated: Jun. 26, 2012
Summer is upon us! Imagine sunny days, picnics, and lots of outdoor activities. Pull out the bicycles, skateboards, baseball bats, balls, and nets. You pack your kids (or yourself) in Read more -
Silverton Football
updated: Oct. 08, 2011
Just a quick note this week. The Silverton High School varsity football team played an awesome game Thursday night. We beat #3 Corvallis without our starting QB and had two Read more -
Summer Fun
updated: Aug. 04, 2011
Just returned from a family vacation/reunion. We had a great time on the lake. The kids enjoyed spending time with cousins and grandparents. We had an opportunity to go out Read more
Hours of Operation
Our Regular Schedule
Monday:
8:00 am-5:00 pm
Tuesday:
7:00 am-5:00 pm
Wednesday:
7:00 am-5:00 pm
Thursday:
8:00 am-5:00 pm
Friday:
7:00 am-2:00 pm
Saturday:
Closed
Sunday:
Closed